What Is Alcohol and Why Is It Regulated?
Alcohol is produced naturally by the fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches found in grains, fruits, and vegetables. An additional process of evaporation and condensation is used to create
Alcohol’s Effect on Individuals
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) BAC is the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream. For example, having a BAC of 0.10 percent means there is about one drop of alcohol for every 1,000
Levels of Drinking
Drinking in moderation According to the “Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025,” U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture, adults of legal drinking age can
Alcohol and the Brain
It is good to understand how alcohol affects the brain and its functions: Alcohol is a depressant. The more you drink, the more specific parts of the brain are affected. The cerebrum controls
Health Risks - Short and Long Term
Alcohol has immediate effects on health. Some of these are: Alcohol can cause dehydration. Consuming alcohol decreases the body’s production of the anti-diuretic hormone, resulting in the body
Women and Alcohol
The CDC reports excessive alcohol use is linked to more than 43,000 deaths among women each year. Because alcohol affects women differently than men, there are unique health and safety risks when
Alcohol and Other Drugs
Using alcohol along with other drugs is unsafe because the effects may be stronger and more unpredictable than one drug alone, and possibly even deadly. The health risks include: Overdose Injury
Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
"Understanding Alcohol Use Disorder" -National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. Alcohol use disorder is a medical condition characterized by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol
Ways to Reduce Risks
Excessive drinking is linked to many health and behavioral problems. (To learn more, see Alcohol and Your Health.) Anyone can take steps to reduce these risks. Keep track of how much you drink. Know
Hosting Parties
Hosts are responsible for making sure an event is fun and safe. The best way to do this is through careful planning. If serving alcoholic beverages at a party, consider these steps to reduce risks and
Safe Storage
According to the 2018 Washington Healthy Youth Survey, of those students who reported getting alcohol in the past 30 days, 46% of 8th graders and 31% of 10th graders got it at home with, or without
Producing, Selling, and Buying Alcohol Products
LCB has legal authority for licensing and regulating the production, distribution, and sales of alcoholic products in Washington State. Policies governing these activities are a mix of state laws and