How much alcohol is oxidized by the liver?

My son asked me about this because he was having bad hangovers in college. I explained to him that the liver can only process a tiny amount, about one standard drink an hour, and overloading it is very harmful for young bodies.

The liver oxidizes roughly 10 to 15 grams of alcohol per hour, which is constant regardless of your size or how much water you drink. No shortcut will speed up this chemical process, so keep your consumption low.

According to health trackers, your body can only metabolize about one unit of alcohol per hour. Tracking this helped me realize why my sleep quality score drops drastically even after just two late-night beers.

Since the liver takes a full hour to oxidize just one drink, any excess alcohol raises blood pressure and strains the heart. If you are managing hypertension like me, keeping alcohol to a minimum is a must.

While the liver oxidizes most of the alcohol, the process creates toxins that can deplete your body's antioxidants. Eating a diet rich in fresh greens and beets can help support your liver health naturally.

I used to drink heavily thinking my liver would process it all fine. I ignored mild right-side abdomen discomfort until it turned into a major issue, so please get your liver profile checked regularly.