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A new gel stops mice from getting too drunk

The iron-milk substance broke down alcohol fast and protected the liver

mouse on beer bottle

A new gel made of iron and milk protein kept mice from getting too drunk and protected them from liver damage.

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By Darren Incorvaia

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could stave off the miserable effects from a night out drinking by simply popping a pill? Researchers are now one step closer to that reality, developing a gel that helped mice quickly and safely break down alcohol.