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James, I read an answer you wrote that said alcohol stays in the system up to a year. That shocked me. I always hear that it's out in 3-10 days. Can you explain in a little more detail why the discrepancy in what I hear is typical versus a year?
Thanks,
Barbara
Dear Barbara
Physically, it takes the body an average of one hour per oz of alcohol to metabolize alcohol. This is effected by body weight, food, metabolism and other factors. The mental and emotional effects of alcohol take far longer to leave the body.
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| Comment | James, this makes perfect sense. And, it really helps me understand some things! I appreciate your taking the time to answer my question. What a wonderful service - so happy I ran across it! Barbara | ||
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Addiction to Alcohol
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james52144@earthlink.net
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I can answer any question about addiction, alcoholism, or recovery.
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I am a recovering alcoholic and a member of AA since 1980. I have been the COB and member of the Board of two recovery/rehab facilities.
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AA
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North Carolina State Bar Journal and Georgia State Bar Journal
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