Alcohol Damages Liver

Because liver metabolizes alcohol, it is vulnerable to damage, including a fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and eventually scarring, or cirrhosis.

Even a weekend of heavy drinking causes a buildup of fatty cells in the liver.

Long-term alcohol use often results in excessive weight gain, even though the person may consume less food. This is because alcohol is high in calories and is often consumed with fatty, high calorie foods like potato chips and salted nuts.

If there is a liver damage, protein intake must be monitored to prevent further liver problems.

I feel everyone should remind oneself of this clipart when alcohol is offered!