Summer is the time of year for merriment and all that it might entail. But indulgences of alcohol often lead to less-than-pleasant mornings after.
Since there’s no magic hangover pill (not yet, anyway), what can you do when you overdo it?
The answer, for many, lies in carbohydrates. A hangover is essentially severe dehydration and a drop in blood sugar, which leaves the overindulged feeling a range of symptoms: nausea, fatigue, irritability and aches.
In spite of this sobering reality, we still sometimes find ourselves feeling hungover on occasion, desperate for a “cure.” Tackling dehydration and elevating low blood sugar levels is key, and drinking plenty of water and fueling the body with carbs, healthy fats and protein can help.
Of course, the best way to avoid a hangover is to abstain from drinking. If that’s unappealing, you’ll have to find a way to power through.
A book by Lauren Shockey, Hangover Helper, is filled with recipes from around the world for the DIY crew among us. Most of the following food and drink items are readily available for purchase.
From currywurst to pickle juice and avocado toast, here’s a look at how people all over the world turn to food and drink to mitigate a hangover.
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