ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

Fatty foods are the best option to help prevent intoxication because they slow down the absorption of alcohol in the bloodstream. When fatty foods are consumed before or alongside alcoholic beverages, they create a barrier in the stomach that can slow gastric emptying, which in turn delays how quickly alcohol enters the small intestine and subsequently the bloodstream. This can lead to a more gradual rise in blood alcohol concentration (BAC), potentially preventing rapid intoxication.

While carbohydrates can also help mitigate intoxication to some degree, they do not have the same effect on delaying alcohol absorption as fats do. Sugars, on the other hand, can lead to quicker intoxication as they may speed up the emptying of the stomach. Salty foods do not significantly influence the absorption of alcohol and may cause increased thirst, prompting further drinking.