Women Get Drunk Faster: Science Explains Why & Risks

• Women get intoxicated faster than men due to biological differences, despite consuming the same amount of alcohol.
• Lower body water content in women leads to higher alcohol concentration in blood compared to men.
• Women have less Alcohol Dehydrogenase enzyme in their stomach, allowing more alcohol to enter the bloodstream directly.
• Higher body fat and lower muscle mass in women mean alcohol remains concentrated in the bloodstream.
• Hormonal changes (estrogen, menstrual cycle, pills) can further increase intoxication and hangover severity in women.

Why It Matters: Biological differences make women more susceptible to alcohol's effects and health risks.