The liver breaks down alcohol by oxidization into acetic acid. On average, the liver of a 150-pound person can oxidize about 7 grams of pure alcohol per hour. This is the equivalent of how many ounces of beer, wine, and distilled spirits, respectively?

The MAC (Master Addiction Counselor) is a voluntary national and international certification intended for professionals working within Substance Use Disorders/Addiction-related disciplines wishing to demonstrate their skills gained through supervised work experience and specific graduate course work. 

A MAC (Master Addiction Counselor) is competent in skills related to:
Human growth and development
Social and cultural foundations
Helping relationships
Group counseling
Career counseling
Assessment
Research and program evaluation, and 
Professional counseling.