The weekend is upon us and gives us the perfect reason to let loose and party like there is no tomorrow! You are enjoying a beer or your favourite cocktail and it is all fun and games until you get hit by a massive hangover.
But you are not alone, about 76 per cent of adults may experience a bad hangover after a long night of drinking and partying, according to a study published in the journal ‘Addiction’.
Hangover symptoms can be the worst including fatigue, dehydration, a headache or muscle aches, dizziness, shakiness, and even rapid heartbeat.
Also, experts recommend not drinking on an empty stomach, which could worsen a hangover.
But don’t sweat it, here are some remedies to help you deal with your hangover:
Alcohol can impair your body’s absorption of certain nutrients. Heavy drinking has been linked in some studies to a decline in levels of vitamins A and B, zinc, potassium, and other key nutrients – but eating the right foods can play a role in replacing them.
Vitamin A can be found in eggs, meat, fish, and orange and yellow-coloured vegetables, such as sweet potatoes. Proteins, such as chicken or fish, contain B vitamins. Asparagus is rich in zinc and a B vitamin called folate.
Animal proteins are a good source of zinc, as well as nuts, whole grains, and beans. Avocados or bananas can offer a boost of potassium.
The easiest way to deal with a hangover is by staying hydrated.
The US National Library of Medicine even suggests having a glass of water in between alcohol for preventing a hangover. In turn, this may help you drink less alcohol and decrease dehydration.
Ginger works like magic in reducing nausea and vomiting. Take a small piece of ginger and nibble on it.
Honey can also work wonders to beat the harmful effects of alcohol. Mix a spoon full of honey in a glass of water and ‘bottoms up’.
Sleep and give your body some rest after a wild night of boozing. Nothing beats a hangover like a good long nap. (ANI)
