Well actually its a depressant, although it’s not quite as simple as that so read on.

This blog was inspired following a recent conversation with a friend, during which it seemed apparent that some people believe alcohol to be a stimulant. There is of course an element of truth in this, as there is a biphasic element of alcohol consumption in the early stages of the body processing it. The adrenaline glands are stimulated and the body dumps a load of sugar into the blood stream (the initial ‘glow’). Following this burst of activity, alcohol starts to slows down the Read the rest of this entry »