In China, the liquor culture has a long history, and liquor, as one of its representatives, is deeply loved by people. Many people habitually pour a small glass of liquor at dinner, thinking that this can not only add to the atmosphere of the table, but also relax the muscles and invigorate the blood. However, what is the effect of drinking liquor at dinner for a long time? This is a question that deserves to be in-depth.
Baijiu is mainly composed of alcohol, water, and a small amount of organic compounds. Drinking in moderation can indeed play a certain role in relaxing muscles and invigorating blood, driving away cold and warming up the body. In addition, some ingredients in baijiu also have certain medicinal properties, such as promoting digestion and refreshing the mind. However, the premise of all this is "drinking in moderation".
The liver is the most important detoxification organ in the human body, and long-term intake of a large amount of alcohol will lead to an increase in the burden on the liver, which in turn will lead to fatty liver, alcoholic liver and other diseases. These diseases may have no obvious symptoms in the early stage, but over time, the condition will gradually worsen and even progress to serious consequences such as liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Alcohol has a certain irritating effect on the gastric mucosa, and long-term consumption of liquor may lead to gastritis, gastric ulcers and other diseases. In addition, alcohol can affect the normal function of the pancreas, increasing the risk of pancreatitis. These digestive disorders not only affect the patient's appetite and nutrient absorption, but also may cause severe abdominal pain, vomiting and other symptoms, which seriously affect the quality of life.
Long-term heavy alcohol consumption can cause damage to the central nervous system, manifested by memory loss, unresponsiveness, mental decline, etc. In addition, alcohol can trigger peripheral neuropathy, which can cause symptoms such as numbness and weakness in the limbs. These neurological damages are irreversible and, once they occur, will seriously affect the patient's normal life and work.
Long-term consumption of liquor can lead to increased blood pressure, increased heart rate, and increased risk of cardiovascular diseases such as high blood pressure and heart disease. These diseases may have no obvious symptoms in the early stages, but when they occur, the consequences are often severe and even life-threatening.
In addition to the above four major systems, long-term consumption of liquor may also cause damage to the immune system, reproductive system, etc., leading to problems such as decreased immunity and fertility. In addition, alcohol is a carcinogen, and long-term high intake can increase the risk of cancer.
Drinking in moderation is the key to avoiding the harm caused by alcohol. In general, men should not drink more than 25 grams of pure alcohol per day, and women should halve it. This is equivalent to drinking no more than 50 ml (about 1 tael) of high-alcohol liquor and no more than 100 ml (about 2 taels) of low-alcohol liquor per day.
There are fewer impurities and harmful substances in high-quality liquor, and the harm to the body is relatively small. Therefore, when choosing liquor, you should try to choose products with good quality and good reputation.
When drinking liquor, it should be properly paired with foods rich in protein and vitamins, such as meat, vegetables, fruits, etc. These foods can slow down the absorption of alcohol and reduce the damage to the body.
Drinking alcohol on an empty stomach accelerates the absorption of alcohol and increases the damage to the body. Therefore, it is best to eat some food at the bottom before drinking liquor.
In short, the effects of long-term consumption of baijiu at dinner on the body are all-round and multifaceted. For the sake of our health, we should treat baijiu correctly, drink it in moderation, mix it scientifically, and avoid drinking on an empty stomach. Only in this way can we maintain the health of our bodies while enjoying good wine.