A Trick That Many Of Our Members Can Probably Benefit From

[BrotherBart]

http://www.esquire.com/blogs/food-for-men/how-not-to-get-drunk

 

[Adios Pantalones]

I have heard more than one interview with him where he was absolutely rocked. Maybe this is a new thing for him

 

[yooperdave]

Don't drink and moderate.

 

[BrotherBart]

People do this sober?

 

[jatoxico]

Was pretty sure that wasn't the case.

 

[Butcher]

Drink and not get drunk? Whats the point then?

 

[Hills Hoard]

interesting read, thanks!

 

[Grisu]

interesting read, thanks!

Of course, the guys from down under will appreciate that advice. I don't think vegemite will work, though.

 

[osagebow]

I wish!
I don't think the yeast's Alcohol Dehydrogenase would work in the acidic environment of the stomach. Hate to be a.....


buzz kill.

 

[jatoxico]

Relatively little alcohol is absorbed in the stomach. Once food etc passes into the duodenum and upper part of the small intestine pH rises and keeps going up as you move along. You do have a point though osage. Break down of alcohol (oxidation) by ADH forms acetaldehyde and is only the first step in the process of metabolizing alcohol. Acetaldehyde causes more problems than alcohol (flushing, nausea) and if allowed to accumulate would cause you to become ill. Another dehydrogenase is needed, then citric acid cycle finishes up not to mention all the co-factors involved. So AFAIK you need a functional organism to do all that. I'd need to see that enough yeast remain functional to make a dent in the alcohol consumed but maybe they do. Or alcohol is oxidized to acetaldehyde by yeast and liver takes over, interesting.

 

[Hills Hoard]

Of course, the guys from down under will appreciate that advice. I don't think vegemite will work, though.

Vegemite on toast the next morning will help though...


..But what I find works best if you have a big event on (like my wifes 30th this weekend) is to alternate alcoholic drinks with a water or a coke at the start...I have used this trick quite a bit to make sure you don't get caught up in the moment too early and find yourself running out of steam at 10:00PM. It also saves money,and chance of hangover.......I remember one time I was at a friends wedding and after an afternoon of drinking in the sun I hit a brick wall at around 9:00PM..I couldn't stand straight......my lovely wife helped me stuff my pockets with some savory food, pointed me in the direction of our accommodation (5 minute walk), tied the key around my neck and set me on my way...hahah...

 

[tsquini]

I find the combination of drinking, eating and keep moving always works well. I tend to drink scotch more than beer.

 

[Warm_in_NH]

I looked at my buddy once in his very inebriated state and said, "you really should order some food" his reply, "Are you crazy? Kill a $40 buzz with a $10 meal, no way"
Maybe I'll try this trick on him before we go out drinking again.

 

[Jags]

Hmmm...I find it easiest just to adjust consumption and not get to that point to begin with. If it hurts me in the morning I am mad at myself.

 

[hossthehermit]

I only drink at home these days. Never go anywhere.

 

[BrotherBart]

I only drink at home these days. Never go anywhere.

The electronic ankle bracelet?

 

[hossthehermit]

The electronic ankle bracelet?

No, old fashion ball and chain

 

[valley ranch]

Hills Hoard, Vegemite is made with yeast, I know you knew that.

Ta. Richard

 

[smokedragon]

If it hurts me in the morning

Then you were doing it wrong

I have always preferred scotch, rye, bourbon (in that order). However, if I will be doing a considerable amount of drinking, I follow two rules.
1 - water between drinks
2 - only clear booze

Never had a headache the next morning if I follow both of those (and I have been staggering drunk with the boys).

I only drink at home these days. Never go anywhere.

I will have a drink with dinner sometimes, but never go to a bar. We will have friends over and sit and play cards and drink. The reason we bought a house with a guest bedroom is to have friends who need to stay the night