Do Carbs Affect Alcohol Absorption and Your Metabolism?
                                
                                
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                                According to research published in the journal *Alcohol and Alcoholism*, eating a meal before consuming alcohol can increase the rate of alcohol elimination from the blood by 25-45%. This critical effect highlights the crucial interplay between food, particularly carbohydrates, and how your body processes alcohol.