About half of all Asians and people of Asian descent have a greater level of accumulated acetaldehyde because they have __________.

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Asians and people of Asian descent have a genetic variation that results in less functional acetaldehyde dehydrogenase, the enzyme responsible for breaking down acetaldehyde (a toxic byproduct of alcohol metabolism). This leads to a buildup of acetaldehyde, causing symptoms such as flushing, nausea, and rapid heartbeat, commonly referred to as the "Asian flush."

About Half of All Asians and People of Asian Descent