A doctor has issued a stark warning about Adele's supposed '25 bottles of wine diet' - and reveals if you can really stay sober after downing that much booze.
While on stage at her Las Vegas residency the British songstress - who aptly has a track titled 'I drink wine' - recently confessed her 'talent' for guzzling that many bottles and not be smashed.
She joked with the crowd that she's looking forward to 'retiring' in two weeks when her tour finishes so she can become a 'day drinker'. Although the 36-year-old is equally known for her pipes and banter, downing that much wine in one sitting can pose some serious risks.
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And now a doctor has debunked Adele's claim of drinking that much wine in one sitting, dubbing it physiologically 'highly unlikely'. But what does it mean if the iconic singer can actually drink that much - and stay sober? Well, nothing good of course.
In an exclusive chat Dr Lawrence Cunningham, medical expert at Help & Advice, explained: "In my experience, the claim of drinking 25 bottles of wine in one sitting and remaining sober is quite extraordinary and, frankly, in my view, highly unlikely from a physiological standpoint.
"The average bottle of wine contains around 750 ml, which means consuming 25 bottles equates to about 18.75 litres.
"The human body has a limited capacity to metabolise alcohol, and such a quantity would typically lead to severe intoxication, potentially resulting in alcohol poisoning.
"In my career, I've never encountered anyone who could handle that volume without severe consequences. It's crucial to remember that anecdotes like these may be exaggerated or misunderstood."
According to the Chief Medical Officers' guidelines, it is recommended that both men and women should keep alcohol consumption low.
This is to keep health risks from drinking low. If you want to drink, then it's recommended not to exceed over 14 units a week on a regular - which equates to 6 medium glasses. That means if Adele really consumes that much wine, then she's guzzling 4.5 times over the recommended weekly consumption - in just a day.
During her on stage monologue about her 'retirement plans', Adele said: "I don’t drink as much as I’d like to, but in two weeks I’m retiring, I’m going to become a day drinker
"The thing is, I can’t really handle liquor in general. “I can drink 25 bottles of white wine in one night and I’ll be fine.
"I will have a normal conversation with you. “Three liquor drinks, and I am 25 sheets to the wind. I am heading to another planet. I better find something else to do because if I don’t make any plans then I’m just going to become a drunk."
If Adele can really drink that much and stay sober, then it looks like she's some medical marvel!
What are the possible health implications?
However, all jokes aside, what would the actual health implications be if one were to drink that much. Even if you were able to stay sober after downing that much wine, your insides wouldn't look very happy.
Not only would excessive boozing cause harmful physical issues, but mental health risks too. Dr Lawrence continued: "Excessive alcohol consumption can have dire health implications.
"Regularly consuming large amounts of alcohol can lead to liver damage, cardiovascular issues, and increase the risk of mental health disorders like depression and anxiety.
"I've seen individuals struggle with alcoholism, leading to long-term health problems and affecting their quality of life. I always recommend moderation and seeking help if alcohol consumption seems out of control."
Can booze really change your mood?
Adele also noted that she's a wine drinker over spirits - especially tequila. The 'Hello' singer admitted that the liquor makes her "aggressive."
On stage, she added: "I’m ready to throw punches when I have tequila. It makes me f****ng vicious. I have hangover-anxiety for about five days after.
"I steer very clear away from tequila. I just can’t handle it, which is crazy because again because I’m a Brit and I can drink anyone under the table."
But can different types of alcohol really have that much of a swing on your mood? Well, sort of. The medical expert believes there are a number of factors that can result in your emotional reaction to booze.
Dr Lawrence shared: "Alcohol's impact on mood can vary significantly from person to person due to factors like genetics, environment, and individual tolerance.
"Tequila, for instance, is often associated with an energetic or even aggressive demeanour, but this is subjective and can also be influenced by the individual's mindset and the social context in which they're drinking.
"I’d say that your mood on alcohol often depends more on the situation and less on the specific type of alcohol consumed."
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