Hangover-Home Remedies

A hangover is a condition caused due to the excessive consumption of alcohol or any other drugs, i.e. the consumption of the alcohol or drug more than the amount that the body can actually resist or take it. It is associated with the after effects of the over consumption of alcohol and drugs.

The only cause for a hangover is the excessive consumption of drugs and/or alcohol. The symptoms of hangover are many, such as:

  • Dry mouth and the urge to wet your throat and tongue.
  • Bloodshot or reddish eyes or swollen eyes.
  • Headache is also a symptom of hangover.
  • Dizzy feeling or a sleepy feeling continues even after you wake up from sleep.
  • Nausea or vomiting sensation will be experienced.

The hangover condition can be treated using various home remedies, such as:

  • Consume a lot of water before going to bed so that there is enough liquid to avoid dehydrating effect of alcohol. Drink water even after you wake up.
  • It is better to have good amount of food while you consume alcohol. Even after consuming alcohol, have some food. This reduces the rate at which alcohol enters your blood.
  • Consuming vitamin C tablets helps in breaking down alcohol content in your body. Consume citrus fruits, apples and bananas to come out of hangover.
  • Caffeine and chocolates help in preventing hangovers.
  • Consuming raw cabbage will relieve headache symptoms of alcohol. Try cabbage juice and tomato juice to come out of hangover.
  • Consume 3-4 tsp of honey if you have hangover. If it is severe, increase the intake of honey.
  • Consume fresh lemon juice prepared with cold water and preferably less sugar to get relief from hangover. Also try consuming sugarless lemon tea.
  • It is better not to consume alcohol in empty stomach. The food absorbs some alcohol and helps in faster digestion.
  • Food rich in starch slows down alcohol absorption.
  • Avoid adding carbonated drinks to alcohol as it speeds up the alcohol absorption. Try to limit the consumption of alcohol.
  • Avoid sweet drinks or sweet food items while consuming alcohol.

These tips or home remedies will help you to get relief from hangover. It is always better to avoid alcohol consumption or take very less amount of alcohol to avoid further health complications.

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