Question

Alcohol is
A. Appetizer
B. Gastric irritant
C. Stimulates gastric secretion
D. Speeds up digestion

Answer 1

Hint: Alcohol is formed by fermenting grains, fruits, etc. It comprises the drug called ethanol. Ethanol is a psychoactive drug that is responsible for mood, behavior, consciousness, etc. Neurotransmission level becomes lower due to the intake of alcohol that’s why alcohol is known as the central depressant drug.

Complete answer:
Alcohol is an appetizer. It is responsible for stimulating the brain cells, which increases hunger and appetite. The hypothalamus and AgRP neurons play a great role in eating. Alcohol directly affects the hypothalamus and the AgRP neurons that instigate the body to take more food.
The inflammation in the lining of the stomach leads to a condition called gastric irritation. Gastric irritation is of two types. These are acute gastric irritation and chronic gastric irritation. Gastric irritation can result in several body conditions like chronic stress, immunological disorders, etc. Many medicines, allergic food may cause gastric irritation.
The secretion of gastric fluids called histamine, acetylcholine, and gastrin under a specific controlled mechanism is called gastric secretion. Gastric secretion is initiated when food is taken and arrived in the stomach.
The process which involves the formation of water-soluble molecules from the larger molecules which can be absorbed by the process is called digestion. The factors which speed up the digestion process involve exercise, enough hydration, a stress-free lifestyle, proper chewing of food, a healthy diet, etc.
So, the correct answer is “Option A”.

Note: Alcohol intake has several impacts on the body. These are abnormal production of digestive enzymes, damage of several organs ( like liver, stomach, etc), low blood sugar level, damage of the central nervous system, nausea, irregular breath and heart rate, blood pressure increase, bloating, etc.