Tag: Intoxication symptoms

According to a 2019 meta-analysis, the overconsumption of sugar, especially from sweetened beverages, is significantly associated with an increased risk of depression. However, the notion that soda can make you feel drunk is a common misconception, as its effects are rooted in high sugar and caffeine content, not alcohol.

Mad honey poisoning, caused by ingesting honey containing grayanotoxins from rhododendron flowers, affects the cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems. Its consumption in excessive amounts can result in significant health risks, from mild dizziness to life-threatening heart complications. This phenomenon, also known as 'deli bal,' has been documented for centuries, with historical accounts even mentioning its use as a biological weapon.