Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Aparna Singh
Who is not fond of partying while pouring down drinks till the wee hours of the night?
While all these sound like great fun, the hangover that follows the next day can be an annoying after-effect to deal with.
Hangovers can range from slight disorientation and nausea to severe headaches the following day.
It is almost impossible to consume alcohol without any chances of a hangover but there are ways you can limit its effects.
Alcohol is a diuretic. It means people tend to urinate at frequent intervals while drinking. Due to this, the body gets dehydrated. The solution is to drink more water.
Alcohol also flushes out vital electrolytes like potassium and salt from your system. You need to consume foods and drinks rich in these minerals.
Drinking too much alcohol can cause oxidative stress and inflammation. This worsens the hangover situation. Consume meals high in antioxidants to reduce this stress.
To get over a hangover, you need to get enough sleep and rest. Consuming too much alcohol at night may lead to sleeplessness, which leads to headache and fatigue.
Spring water is known as a natural hangover cure due to its hydrating properties and electrolyte content. It also contains potassium, sodium and natural sugars.