HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -Because alcohol is a stimulant, it tends to pep you up. The liver is the organ responsible for “burning up” the alcohol in the body. The body can eliminate about 5 ounces of alcohol per hour. BAC or BAL refers to the amount of calories in an alcoholic beverage.

Detailed explanation-2: -As you can see, while alcohol does have some stimulant effects, it’s scientifically classified as a depressant. You’ll typically feel the stimulant effects at a BAC of under 0.05mg/l. But once you go over 0.08mg/l, the depressant effects will take over.

Detailed explanation-3: -Scientifically, no, alcohol is not a stimulant. Although it may have initial effects that are stimulating, it is classified as a depressant because of its long-term effects on the physical body and mind.

Detailed explanation-4: -Misconception 1: Alcohol is a stimulant Alcohol has been falsely thought of as a stimulant because its initial effects on some people include feelings of euphoria and lowered inhibitions. Alcohol is classified correctly as a depressant because it later causes sedation and drowsiness.