Tag: Safe drinking practices

Despite popular folklore suggesting otherwise, drinking milk as a chaser for alcohol does not speed up sobriety or protect your stomach from irritation. This common misconception has led many people to believe they can mitigate the negative effects of drinking, but the reality is more complex.

Approximately 20% of alcohol is absorbed through the stomach lining, while the remaining 80% is absorbed in the small intestine. Understanding the factors that prevent alcohol absorption can help manage its effects on the body.