How can the metabolism of alcohol be increased in the body?

The metabolism of alcohol in the body is primarily managed by the liver, which processes alcohol using specific enzymes, predominantly alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) and aldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH). These enzymes work at a relatively fixed rate, meaning that the body can only metabolize a certain amount of alcohol per hour, typically around one standard drink.

This fixed elimination rate is largely independent of external factors such as hydration, exercise, or other lifestyle choices. Therefore, while staying hydrated and exercising may promote overall health and well-being, they do not substantially increase the body's capacity to metabolize alcohol beyond this stable rate. Understanding this concept highlights the importance of recognizing that the body has its own limits when it comes to processing alcohol, and these limits cannot be significantly altered by behavioral changes.