Facts About Alcohol
Brain Impairs coordination, memory, and judgment Affects decision making (common sense) Affects vision and speech
Lungs Slows respiration and impairs breathing
Stomach Irritates gastrointestinal tract (stomach & intestines) Can cause ulcers (holes) causing bleeding of stomach lining
Liver Damages tissues, causing organ to function improperly Chronic alcohol users can develop cirrhosis of the liver (scar tissue replaces healthy tissue and blocks flow of blood)
Small Intestine Most of alcohol is absorbed here
Cardiovascular System-Bloodstream Dilates blood vessels, causing heat loss Causes broken blood vessels in face Slows heart rate
Kidneys Causes increased production of urine Causes dehydration of body cells
Reproductive Organs Interferes with sexual function