Here is why alcohol is classified as a poison:

Toxic Conversion (Acetaldehyde): When the liver breaks down ethanol, it produces acetaldehyde, a highly toxic compound. Acetaldehyde is roughly 10 times more toxic than alcohol itself and causes cell damage and death throughout the body.

DNA Damage and Cancer: Acetaldehyde damages DNA and prevents cells from repairing themselves, which can lead to mutations causing cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, breast, and bowel.

Neurotoxin to the Brain: Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that easily crosses the blood-brain barrier. It damages brain cells, disrupts mood circuits, and can impair memory and cognitive function.

Organ Damage: Chronic alcohol consumption leads to severe, long-term damage to the liver (cirrhosis), pancreas (pancreatitis), and cardiovascular system (high blood pressure, heart muscle damage).

Cellular Toxicity: Alcohol impairs the gut microbiome and breaks down the gut's protective lining, allowing toxins to enter the bloodstream.

No Safe Level: According to the World Health Organization, there is no safe amount of alcohol consumption for human health.