How does what people say about alcohol stack up against the facts? Let's take a look. Can you tell which of the following statements are true and which are not?
1. Sticking to one type of drink keeps you from getting drunk.
2. Alcohol is legal, so drinking a lot isn't that harmful.
3. You can drink as much as you want as long as you eat a lot.
4. A cold shower, deep breathing or black coffee will sober you up.
5. If you've been drinking, wait for half an hour before driving and you'll be OK.
6. Beer and wine are less intoxicating than whiskey.
7. You can sweat or exercise alcohol out of the body.
8. Alcohol warms the body.
9. Some people drive better after a few drinks.
10. People who drink too much only hurt themselves.
11. Alcohol wakes you up.
12. People are friendlier when they're drunk.
13. You can mix alcohol and other drugs as long as you keep amounts small.
LAST REVIEWED: Tuesday, March 20, 2007
