How does it affect the body?
Alcohol is a depressant, which means it slows the function of the central nervous system. Alcohol actually blocks some of the messages trying to get to the brain. This alters a person’s perceptions, emotions, movement, vision, and hearing. In very small amounts, alcohol can help a person feel more relaxed or less anxious. More alcohol causes greater changes in the brain, resulting in intoxication. People who have overused alcohol may stagger, lose their coordination, and slur their speech. They will probably be confused and disoriented. Depending on the person, intoxication can make someone very friendly and talkative or very aggressive and angry. Reaction times are slowed dramatically — which is why people are told not to drink and drive. People who are intoxicated may think they’re moving properly when they’re not. They may act totally out of character. When large amounts of alcohol are consumed in a short period of time, alcohol poisoning can result. Alcohol poisoning is exactly wha
Nicotine is an alkaloid found in certain plants, predominantly tobacco, and lower quantities in tomato, potato, eggplant and green pepper. The life of half cycle of diminishing is about 30 minutes. When absorbed in small amounts, nicotine can generate stimulation, a feeling of relaxation, calmness, and alertness. The nicotine is then quickly decomposed and discharged from the body, completing a cycle of “addictive satisfaction”.
