An alcohol substitute that mimics its pleasant buzz without leading to drunkenness and hangovers is being developed by scientists.The new substance could have the added bonus of being 'switched off' instantaneously with a pill, to allow drinkers to drive home or return to work.
The synthetic alcohol, being developed from chemicals related to Valium, works like alcohol on nerves in the brain that provide a feeling of wellbeing and relaxation. But unlike alcohol its does not affect other parts of the brain that control mood swings and lead to addiction. It is also much easier to flush out of the body. The new alcohol is being developed by a team at Imperial College London.
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