Affects or Effects?

[jofeb04]

Hi,

I'm trying to write a piece of work, and I always get confused over affects and effects.

Which one is which?

Thanks

If using as a verb, affects means to have an influence on, effects means to bring about. As in, heat affects me as it makes me feel faint. I am effecting a change in my lifestyle by exercising more. If using as a noun, it's effects. The effects of eating too much are getting fat.

Alcohol affects the liver.

Liver damage can be an effect of high alcohol consumption.

Excess alcohol consumption can effect liver damage.

TFM, you've just put me off pouring myself another glass of wine!

It's the glass of red by my side that inspired me

Thanks, at least I know understand it!

now