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Alcohol Metabolism and Drinking Guidelines in Nutrition

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  • Which enzyme is primarily responsible for alcohol metabolism?

    Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) is the primary enzyme responsible for alcohol metabolism.

  • Where is alcohol dehydrogenase produced?

    This enzyme is mainly produced in the liver.

  • Where is most alcohol metabolized in the body?

    Most alcohol is metabolized in the liver.

  • What is considered a standard drink of wine?

    A standard drink of wine contains about 5 ounces with roughly 12% alcohol.

  • What is considered a standard drink of beer?

    A standard drink of beer contains about 12 ounces with roughly 5% alcohol.

  • What is considered a standard drink of distilled spirits or liquor?

    A standard drink of distilled spirits or liquor contains about 1.5 ounces with roughly 40% alcohol.

  • Define moderate drinking for women.

    Moderate drinking for women is up to 1 standard drink per day.

  • Define moderate drinking for men.

    Moderate drinking for men is up to 2 standard drinks per day.