How Your Body Processes Alcohol: Understanding Blood Alcohol Levels
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) declines as the liver metabolizes alcohol. The average metabolism rate is about one standard drink per hour, but this varies widely based on:
- Age, weight, sex.
- Liver health and enzyme levels.
- Food intake (slows absorption).
- Medication interactions.
There is no way to accelerate metabolism; only time lowers BAC.
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