The Most Effective Way to Cure Hangovers is 'Sleep'
What is the most effective way to relieve a hangover?
Most family medicine specialists recommend 'sleep.' During sleep, there is no other physical activity, allowing the liver to 'focus' on metabolizing alcohol. The liver is responsible for eliminating 90% of the alcohol that enters the body.
Specialists advise sleeping on your side after drinking because alcohol can worsen sleep apnea.
Drinking a sweet beverage like honey water or juice before sleeping helps relieve a hangover. The sugars in the drink raise blood sugar levels, aiding alcohol breakdown.
Even if you feel uncomfortable in the morning, it is better to have a light meal. Taurine enhances detoxification ability. It is good to eat soups or dishes made with shellfish rich in taurine, such as bajirak (clams). Bean sprouts, a key ingredient in hangover soup, also contain asparagine acid, which helps produce enzymes that break down alcohol, making it effective for hangover relief.
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Using a sauna after the hangover has somewhat subsided is better for recovery. Light exercise that induces some sweating, such as walking, is also beneficial.
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