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Alcohol Myths

Mike Carruthers kicks off the discussion by addressing popular myths about alcohol. He explains that the belief 'beer before liquor, never been sicker' is false; it's the total amount of alcohol consumed and the speed of consumption that matter. Additionally, mixing caffeine with alcohol can alter one's perception of intoxication, leading to overconsumption 1.

All you really need to do is pace yourself about one drink per hour and you should be fine.

--- Mike Carruthers

He also clarifies that light beers are only lighter compared to their regular counterparts, and the only way to know their calorie content is by checking the label 1.

   

Health Impacts

Mike Carruthers further explores the health impacts of alcohol consumption. He notes that while it takes about an hour to sober up from one drink, additional drinks require more time due to cumulative effects. For instance, three drinks would necessitate four and a half hours to sober up 2.

The truth is that is true only for the first drink. For every drink after that, add an extra 30 minutes since the effects are cumulative.

--- Mike Carruthers

He also dispels the myth that old wine is always better, explaining that many wines are meant to be consumed within the first year or two of production 2.