Form Lcb-89 - Participant Manual - Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania Page 16

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WHAT IS ALCOHOL AND HOW IS IT ABSORBED?
Alcohol is:
A central nervous system (CNS) depressant
Absorbed into the bloodstream through the lining of the small intestine
Of no nutritional value but contains calories
1. What helps to slow down the absorption of alcohol?
Absorption Rate Factors
There are many factors which contribute to how quickly alcohol is absorbed, such as:
 Body Size
 Body Type
 Gender
 Amount Consumed/Time
 Concentration of Alcohol
 Food
 Carbonation
 Other Drugs
KEY FACT:
Absorption may continue up to 90 minutes after consumption has stopped.
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