Drink too much last night? A few natural ways to feel better

by Lauren Greschner (Subscribe to Lauren Greschner's posts)
Aug 8th 2007 12:43PM

Categories: Diet & Weight Loss, Alternative & Green Health

Ah the hangover. Nature and your body's way of telling you you've gone way overboard. Unfortunately for some of us, it's a lesson we just can't seem to learn. I spent 8 hours driving home from a long weekend getaway yesterday and every one of my friends and I were feeling pretty rough in the car. I'm not naming names, but some had to pull over for a speedy emergency roadside pit-stop (I will say that it wasn't me!).

If you've known the pain of too much drinking and want help for similar situations in the future, or are currently suffering and need aid now, take a look at this article on natural remedies for the dreaded hangover. Sleep and gentle exercise are two easy suggestions, but if that won't cut it the piece also suggests trying B vitamins (B6 and B12) as they help flush out your overworked liver. For a few more ideas, you can see the article here. Of course, the best plan is moderation (but we all know that sometimes even the best of intentions can be ruined by a party that turns into a runaway).

Have you got any great hangover cures that you swear by?

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meshell 8-08-2007 @ 2:01PM

My mom swears by tomato juice and I have a friend who doesn't drink without a proper supply of pedialyte. I still stand by rest and Quizno's (once you can keep food down that is).

Barb 8-19-2007 @ 9:53PM

Rarely drink any more but my (almost) perfect hangover remedy starts the night before - if you can handle it. Before bed drink a glass of water AND a glass of milk with 2 aspirin and 2 pieces of bread.

You may feel slightly off in the morning but what would have been your hangover is about 80 percent gone.

Honestly, it works.

showmoor 8-19-2007 @ 9:53PM

My dad always told me to drink good liquor and it will cut down on hangovers. I have since found this to be true. Cheap liquor hurts too much the next day.

madison 8-19-2007 @ 9:53PM

Menudo is always good...

Emily 8-19-2007 @ 9:54PM

Eating eggs can also help with a hangover. There's a protein in egg yolks that neutralises the toxins that produce a hangover. This works best when the yolks are more liquid and easier to absorb. I have tried this remedy myself, and it works, and also gives you protein that will reduce the after-booze shakes and sweats.