Alchohol
By Alex Cognac
Alcohol facts
- Alcohol is a depressant derived from the fermentation of grains, fruits and vegetables
- A glass of wine, A bottle of beer and a shot of whisky contain the same amount of alcohol
- The legal driving limit in NC is .08
- There are more risks when you drink a lot and fast
- Damage done as a teen effects the rest of your life
- Each year about 5000 people die due to underage drinking
- Statistics show that more teens die from underage drinking than from illegal drugs
- Alcohol goes directly to the bloodstream, which is why it effects every system in the body
- Individuals with the same weight, but different muscle builds will differ in their BAC
- Heavier individuals will have a lower BAC than a lighter person even if they consume that same amount of alcohol