Nutritionist Karinee Abrahim and nutrologist Leandro Figueiredo share hydration, foods and juices for quick recovery.
Common hangover symptoms
Alcohol causes headaches, nausea and fatigue. It dehydrates and affects the body. Moreover, triggers systemic inflammation.
Leandro Figueiredo, from Instituto Nutrindo Ideais, explains the process. Ethanol turns into toxic acetaldehyde. Thus, activates pro-inflammatory cytokines.
Hydration as priority
Drink one glass of water per alcohol dose. After, choose coconut water and natural isotonic drinks. They replenish sodium and potassium.
Add salt and lemon to water if needed. Meanwhile, avoid excessive dehydration. On the other hand, it inhibits antidiuretic hormone.
Liver recovery foods
Banana restores lost potassium. Eggs break acetaldehyde with cysteine. Light broths ease digestion and minerals.
These stabilize blood sugar. However, combat post-alcohol hypoglycemia. Thus, speed up liver detoxification.
Recommended detox juices
Watermelon, ginger and mint: Blend 2 cups watermelon, grated ginger and mint. Rich in lycopene and anti-inflammatories.
Pineapple, cucumber and mint: Use pineapple, half cucumber, mint and lemon. Add salt for electrolytes. Next, strain and drink fresh.
Melon, ginger and lemon: 2 cups melon with ginger and lemon. Finally, hydrates and replenishes key minerals.
Analgesics with caution
Avoid paracetamol in first 24 hours. It burdens liver with alcohol. Prefer NSAIDs after eating.
Therefore, combine hydration and light food. This way, manage inflammation and fatigue effectively.