Question 1

does your alcohol tolerance level decrease as you age?

Accepted Answer

Not with age: Tolerance for any drug increases as you take more of it. The reason why old alcoholics can drink more is because they have spent far too many years drinking too much. Tolerance is not a good thing. It forces you to drink more and more, causing more and more damage to your body in the process.

Question 2

is it possible to have diminished alcohol tolerance as you've aged?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: especially if you have been a heavy drinker and your liver is no longer functioning as well.

Question 3

is decreased alcohol tolerance a side effect of liptor. i consume 4 drinks and i'm done. never use to be like that.

Accepted Answer

Lipids: Such a change in tolerance is likely to be multifactorial. It is possible Lipitor (atorvastatin) is playing some role.

Question 4

currently, my sgpt level is 108u/l. i don't take alcohol. i lead a normal lifestyle. how can i reduce this level to a normal level?
my age 30years?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the level is not too high. Do not take acetaminophen. You may repeat the test in 3-6 months as it may be a transient issue.    
Wish you good health!

Question 5

can excessive alcohol decrease zinc and iron levels in the body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Excessive alcohol intake impairs many stomach functions and can cause multiple nutritional deficiencies. For good heath - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 6

my sgpt 69 and my sgot 220...i take alcohol and smoke heavily... does the results mean i have liver problems... how to decrease my sgpt and sgot level?

Accepted Answer

Quit drinking: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Having said that, alcohol is the cause of bad lab results. Alcohol and tobacco are bad individually and they are more than twice as bad together.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 7

i am experiencing  fatigue, appetite changes (quality: increased appetite) , trouble sleeping (quality: unrefreshing sleep) (worsened by: varying sleep schedule, alcohol use) , night sweats, decreased energy level, difficulty staying awake during day, wei

Accepted Answer

Sleep is important.: Stop alcohol use and then contact a doctor about a sleep study.   If your night sweats are from a cold clammy skin, this is anxiety, if your skin is hot to the touch, your thyroid may be  working incorrectly.  In any case, you need evaluation by a physician to help get your sleep back on track.   Sleep problems can cascade into a lot of very nasty consequences.   Get help.

Question 8

do different race have different alcohol tolerances?

Accepted Answer

Yes there are ...: There are genetic differences in the levels of alcohol dehydrogenase enzymes. People with lower enzyme levels will be more sensitive to feeling the effects and side-effects of alcohol.

Question 9

is there such a thing as increased alcohol tolerance?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some have a high tolerance and can drink a lot without seeming intoxicated. Studies have shown that such people are the ones who can eventually develop alcoholism. Also, the more a person drinks, the higher his or her tolerance can become. Finally, certain folks may have a very low tolerance for alcohol and can hardly consume any at all without having adverse effects. Good question.

Question 10

what is the difference between high tolerance wrt alcohol and immunity to effects of alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Semantics?: "high tolerance" meaning can drink a lot and not appear intoxicated? (not necessarily a good thing) usually implies chronic use or use of meds that affect metabolism of alcohol. "immunity to effects" meaning no tissue or organ damage to liver, stomach, heart, pancreas, brain, nervous system,  etc.? Means
relatively protected by genes, luck, diet, or just moderate intake (or less).

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Currently, my sgpt level is 108u/l. i don't take alcohol. i lead a normal lifestyle. how can i reduce this level to a normal level? my age 30years?

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Can excessive alcohol decrease zinc and iron levels in the body?

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My sgpt 69 and my sgot 220...i take alcohol and smoke heavily... does the results mean i have liver problems... how to decrease my sgpt and sgot level?

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I am experiencing fatigue, appetite changes (quality: increased appetite) , trouble sleeping (quality: unrefreshing sleep) (worsened by: varying sleep schedule, alcohol use) , night sweats, decreased energy level, difficulty staying awake during day, wei

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