Occasional strong alcohol consumption effects?

Question

Hi, I need to know the long term effects of strong alcohol consumption, even if it is very rare, as once or twice per year.

My little brother came completely drunk to home yesterday and it doesn't matter what we tell him about the negative effects of alcohol, he keeps saying that only once or twice a year cannot be that bad.

I need the information from a reliable source, or he won't believe it, he is rather stubborn.

Thank you very much.

Answer 1

I hate to break it to you, but I think your brother is right..... Unless he's driving.

Sorry.   :(

Answer 2

Yes, he had a blackout.  This already is a negative effect.  It means brain cells have been destroyed even if it's only once or twice/year.  This is called binge drinking.

Every drink effects one's esophagus & liver.  The esophagus gets burned & does not regenerate.

Alcohol (ethanol) is a toxin or poison that has to be digested by the body.

If he doesn't have a problem, ask him why he has to go so "all out"  once or twice/year.