Becoming intoxicated more easily on an empty stomach than on a full stomach is due to __________.

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When consumed on an empty stomach, alcohol is quickly absorbed through the stomach lining and into the small intestine where it passes more rapidly into the bloodstream, leading to a faster onset and higher peak of intoxication. When consumed with food, alcohol is absorbed more slowly due to the food slowing down the passage of alcohol from the stomach to the small intestine, allowing the liver more time to metabolize the alcohol.

Becoming Intoxicated More Easily on an Empty Stomach Than on a Full