Tag: Drinking and digestion

According to a 2023 study by the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education, the relationship between alcohol consumption and body weight is complex, yet many people wonder: should you eat before bed if you've been drinking? While eating before you drink can significantly slow alcohol absorption, the timing and type of food you consume after drinking matter greatly for your health and comfort.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, alcohol impairs brain signals that regulate appetite, making you feel full or even nauseated. This is a major reason why you can't eat when you're drunk, as the body prioritizes processing the toxic ethanol over digesting food.