What happens if you drink enough?

If you drink enough alcohol, you can become intoxicated. This means that your body is affected by the alcohol in a way that impairs your physical and mental abilities.

Some of the effects of alcohol intoxication include:

* Slurred speech

* Impaired coordination

* Difficulty thinking and making decisions

* Reduced inhibitions

* Increased aggression

* Nausea and vomiting

* Diarrhea

* Headache

* Fatigue

In severe cases, alcohol intoxication can lead to:

* Loss of consciousness

* Coma

* Death

The amount of alcohol it takes to become intoxicated varies from person to person. Some factors that can affect how quickly someone becomes intoxicated include:

* Body weight

* Gender

* Age

* Health

* Food consumption

* Medications

It is important to drink alcohol in moderation to avoid the risks of alcohol intoxication. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) recommends that men should drink no more than two drinks per day and women should drink no more than one drink per day.

If you are concerned about your alcohol intake, please talk to your doctor.