Hangover remedies

In jargon, the term "hangover" indicates a real alcohol intoxication. Acute alcoholism - a more technical synonym of hangover - is nothing more than a physiological state induced by an exaggerated consumption of alcohol, which causes it to accumulate in the blood much faster than it can be metabolized by the liver.

The symptoms of a hangover are proportional to the amount of alcohol consumed; however, each organism responds slightly differently to alcohol based on various factors such as sex, genetic predisposition, habit of drinking and simultaneous intake of drugs, drugs and food. However, despite the subjective variability of symptoms, the most common Hangovers include: vomiting, general malaise, apathy / euphoria, extreme fatigue, confusion, agitation, neck pain, ringing in the ears, heavy head, headache, bad breath, speech disturbances, red eyes, balance disturbances, ache stomach, gastric acidity, tired appearance and dehydration.

The published material is intended to allow quick access to general advice, suggestions and remedies that doctors and textbooks usually dispense for the treatment of hangover; such indications must in no way substitute the opinion of the attending physician or other health specialists in the sector who are treating the patient. Listen on Spreaker. is the first thing to do after a hangover. Water promotes the rehydration of the body and restores the fluids lost due to alcohol. Drinking plenty of water is also an excellent remedy to encourage the elimination of alcohol: even in small quantities, good hydration favors elimination of small amounts of ethanol through sweat and urine

Slowly sip a couple of glasses of water before going to sleep to keep your hangover under control when you wake up as much as possible

Have a healthy breakfast, based on bread, jam and rich in fruit: let's briefly remember that during a hangover, blood sugar is quite low

If you really can't do without it and if the hangover is light, you can indulge in light physical activity. Outdoor walks are recommended.

During the night's rest it is advisable to rest the head on a specific orthopedic pillow to alleviate cervical pain (in this case due to intoxication)

See your doctor when you are concerned that you have developed an alcohol addiction (or are at risk for it)

to try to stop the pain: remember, in fact, that a good part of painkilling drugs have side effects in the stomach and liver

Leaving the house (especially in winter) with light clothing. The hangover favors vasodilation, consequently the loss of body heat increases (with risk of hypothermia)

Dedicate yourself to sports after a hangover: after having swallowed industrial doses of alcohol, physical exercise is not particularly suitable since the hangover reflexes are significantly slowed down. In addition, sports after a hangover increases the risk of dehydration and hypoglycemia

Breastfeeding your baby after a hangover

Crackers, rusks and "dry" foods can somehow mitigate the feeling of nausea that accompanies the hangover

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If necessary, integrate the diet with a supplementation of B vitamins. We remember, in fact, that the body spends some important B vitamins for the detoxification of ethanol.

, such as dips, stir-fries and high-fat foods after a hangover

Nervine drinks (coffee, cola, etc.): it is strongly recommended to avoid the intake of these drinks after a hangover as they can promote the secretion of gastric juices, irritate the mucous membrane of the stomach and promote diuresis (consequently aggravating the evident dehydrated state of the body)

: herbal teas based on ginger, fennel, lemon balm and chamomile are particularly useful for this purpose

Natural hangover remedies can be used to improve the appearance and expression of the face, which is obviously fatigued and tired after a hangover. For this purpose, masks prepared with cucumber (or more simply by putting some slices of this vegetable on the eyes) can give the face a fresher expression.

silymarin contained in some plants with hepatoprotective action (artichoke and milk thistle) may be of help.

• In common parlance, the term hangover indicates a condition that, although disabling, resolves itself within 24-48 hours. For this reason, it is generally not necessary to take drugs to alleviate the symptoms. hangover vanishes only when all the alcohol in the blood is metabolized by the liver.

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Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach

Do not drink alcohol during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Do not drink alcohol before driving

Do not mix alcohol with drugs or drugs of abuse

, to eliminate alcohol that has not yet been metabolized

When the hangover is severe and the dehydration state of the body is particularly evident, it may be necessary to administer intravenous fluids and electrolytes (rehydration therapy)

When alcohol is addictive just like a drug, the treatment approach is different. In this case, we can no longer speak of a simple hangover: the more appropriate term is alcoholism or alcohol addiction syndrome. In such circumstances, it is highly recommended to undertake targeted medical therapy - aimed at alcohol detoxification - possibly supported by psychological treatment.

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