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Natural Home Remedies for Hangover
Natural Home Remedies for Hangover
Natural Home Remedies for Hangover
Now its official, you have a hangover after drinking or partying too much and drinking like there is no tomorrow. When you see the old lady walking and she appears to be very pretty or you can see your girlfriend or boyfriend twice plus you cant stand up to pee or you are saying things you can never say when you're sober, you know you have it, you're drunk. And then the hangover, you feel like crap, at times you get stomach upset, dizzy, you feel like vomiting and in general the feeling of not feeling well.
- Hangover is difficult as you can't perform the usual activity you usually do. It happens to us at times specially when there are special occasions, party or any celebration. yes, it is good to drink once in a while but we should be aware about the consequences of our actions if we overdo things. Learn the general rule : Always do things in moderation. What are you going to do when you have hangover? What is the best natural home remedies for it?
The Use of Natural and Herbal for Hangover
- Growing up in Asia, we have lots of herbal and natural remedies for hangover, leaves here and there, and concoction given by your mother and is available everywhere. In Western countries like the US where I am located at the moment, the usual herbal concoctions are not readily available. When you're alone in the house and you cant go out because you feel like crap, there are natural home remedies for hangover. This is the topic of this hub. Don't get me wrong I don't always get drunk but it happens to me and I will share tips about natural home remedies for hangover which I grew up with and taking lessons from friends, old people in the community and my mother who always have something for different kind of ordinary sickness. I also did some research about hangover and I am sharing with you about natural home remedies for hangover.
Hangover
- The term "hangover" is an expression simply meaning "morning after effect" of drinking too much. It was an expression in the 19th century where its is meant as unfinished business -- something left over form a meeting, In this case, something left over from too much drinking.
Approximately 25-30% of drinkers may be resistant to hangover -- others don't even experience hangover, but others do have experienced it most often than not, it really depends on the person
What are some symptoms and signs of hangover
- You know it when you have it but literature would say that the feeling of aching sometimes throbbing headache plus you seems like avoiding the light because it hurts your eyes, weak and feeling lethargic or dysporia - opposite of euphoria which is characterized as sadness, anxiety, irritability, or restlessness. One or two of these combination, you know its hangover. Sometimes you may have diarrhea, and the feeling of thirst. Dehydration is a cause of hangover. You feel like you're so tired, have body aches, vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea, cant sleep,hungry, lack of judgement, dizziness and at times lack of cognitive abilities.
- Blood sugar lost or hypoglycemia, dehydration, or poisoning of the brain because of too much alcohol, and Vitamin B12 deficiency are some consequences of too much drinking and signs of hangover.
Important things to do when you have hang over
- Replenish the lost vitamins minerals, and water in your body because that makes you weak
- Blood sugar is low that’s why you are feeling weak, so eat the necessary carbohydrates to regain your strength
- Rest and have some good sleep to be strong
- It is important to flush and discard the poison in your body due to excessive alcohol intake
Natural Remedies to hangover
- Bearing in mind the four things stated above you need to do things to replenish the lost vitamins and minerals in your body and to regain strength, flushing out the bad toxins and excess alcohol in your body
- Sleep is very important, rest, call your office and tell them you're sick. That is why it is advisable to get drunk on weekend not on weekdays, or else don't drink at all. But before you sleep, you should eat first and drink fluids
- Get body massage, if somebody can do this to you until you fall asleep it is the best way, Massage the back part of your body and the your forehead if you have headache, soothing massage relaxes muscle and the power of touch is very nice and it will calm you so you can sleep
- Drink water, this is very important. If you cant take in water other substitutes are juices like apple, prunes or tomato juice -- best for dehydration as well.
- Eat fruits, banana apple or orange is advisable
- When you have hangover and feeling weak it is best if you can eat carbohydrate rich foods and also foods which are rich in Vitamin B6 and folic acid, for the formation of blood and these are good for your nervous system as well-- sardines or fish in general is a good meal with rice, egg and beef as well.
- Have a warm bath, the smell of nice shampoo and body shower is soothing, so that you can sleep nicely
- Get a lime or orange, extract it and then put it in a glass of water with sugar, and then drink it
- Put an ice pack in your head if you have headache
- Peppermint and chamomile tea can also help with hangover
Never do these things when you have hangover
- Never resort to quick relief, like paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Advil or medication as it may worsen your condition and may react with alcohol and with your stomach
- Never engage in sex when you are drunk, it will make you more weaker and you find forget to put a condom
- Never drink coffee, you cant sleep and it will dehydrate you more
How to avoid hangover
- Drink moderately, don’t drink like there is no tomorrow
- Don’t drink in an empty stomach, fill it up with enough food before you drink
- Don’t mix your drink. Cognac, vodka, whiskey or beer in one night
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Good tips. Never had a hangover but know people who do. Is that sleeping beauty you in one of the pictures?
Love the pictures, they are hysterical. Another great hub with some awesome remedies. I can't keep up with you Maitia.
Great Job!
Sage
Thank you for this interesting information. I laughed at that photo, classic.
I could've really used this hub when I was in college, Maita! I loved the tips about how to cure hangovers and I think the one way to do so is to NOT DRINK! Abstinence works best :D Someone in college once asked:
"How do I avoid getting my girlfriend pregnant?" My answer? Don't have sex! Pretty easy right?
Whenever a conversation at work or at a party about how to cure a hangover, someone always thinks they have the best cure, bar none. Like you said in this hub, one of the best ways is to have food in your system before you drink as the food will absorb much of the alcohol. I found that bread and carbohydrates work best (just like you said). Drinking lots of water after coming home from drinking is also a very good idea (just make sure you don't we the bed, lol).
A great and fun and useful hub, Maita! Awesome!
I love the photos by the way :D
Hahahahaha!!! The poor dear on the broken toilet with the broken head! wowzie--is he ever going to have a headache-and a buttache! LOL
Good hub-I don't drink much-have not had a hangover in years! But you never know when I may take a sip-too-much! ;)
You are so cute! Love the last picture of you!! You are like a model in that picture!! Toooooooooo cute!!
I particularly appreciate your encouraging moderation Maita. There are too many deaths and domestic violence occurring in our society due to drunkenness.
I strongly agree with dohn121. The best way to avoid a hangover is simple DON'T DRINK.
You did an excellent research job and presented it well. Love and peace!
Forever His,
This hub had great info I loved it. I adored the pics of you too. You are so tiny and petite lol.
What a great photo at the top - that should be enough to inspire anyone to drink in moderation (but - sigh! it won't).
You are sooooo right about Asia and hangover remedies. During the time I lived in S. Korea, there were early morning restaurants designed specifically for people with hangovers - and they filled up quickly and served special foods depending on what you drank - it was a true art! Then all the home remedies.
What I liked most was - my first time there I stayed with a great family and the dad said it was his job to teach his children to drink responsibly - if they did not, society would blame him. He asked me if dads had that responsibility in the US. What could I say but 'no.' - But as parents we should.
Great hub!
Great point about juice as an alternative to water!
I like a drink but never to the extent to have a hangeover. Thank you for your great hub with tips for those who need it. hahaha
Great advice prettydarkhorse!
nice
Toilet one ! :)) ! great hub girl ! you're a hottie! great pix!
take care Bonnie
Ate' Maita I hope you do not give this advice from personal experience. Fortunately I never have enjoyed drinking of alchoholic spirits of any sort, that is not to say I have not at least sampled the various flavors of the various beverages, but I never liked it. I would rather get "Drunk in the Holy Spirit of My God" I guarantee there is no hangover in this.
Love Ate' Maita,
Brother Dave.
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Hi Kuya Dave, it has been years since I was drunk and had hangover, don't worry kuya. These things I have learned about from my mother, the community i lived in and from friends as well as from research, Thank you and Bless, I know you're concern for me, Salamat, Maita
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hi bl, hmm, I am glad you laughed at picture 1 hehe, Thanks dear, Maita
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hi rizwan, thanks, Do you also get hangover?? Maita
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Hi stricklyldating, thank you, Maita
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Hi hello, I am glad I could make you laugh hehe. Maita
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Hi Betty, yes juice is good alternative as well, Thank you, Maita
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Hi BK, yes in Asia, they are readily avaialble, anywhere you go and if you feel something is wrong with you, you can easily avail of herbal and natural remedies,
I agree with you, parents should be the one responsible for the behavior of their children, it is like that in most of Asia, people will blame the parents fpr their chidlrens attitude and behavior, Do you sill visit Asia BK??
Thanks dear and one day I wish we can go together in Asia, Maita
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Isabelle, thank you for your comment, I am small yes, but BIG in heart and wishes, I wish you now more blessings, Maita
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Hi RevLady, that's for sure abstinence is best, Thank you, I hope you are enjoying your day?? Maita
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Hey Ghost, thank you, and the first image here is just funny isn't it, me too, I haven't drink for almost years now,
You are QT and I just get my QTness from you, Maita
Just Curious, Why were You thinking of this topic ? LOL
Just kidding. Great Hub ! You really put it together .
Thank you!
Ron
As Always Also Rprcarz50 Keep on Hubbing!
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Hey DOHN< you nailed it hehehe, abstinence is best, hmmmmm, but at least you had it all when you were in college, drink, women and all, huh -- hangover is just crazy, and i hope many youths of today will realize that as well as those who are alcoholic, it also destroys mind - too much drinking aND hangove ris really the cause also of overpopulation, Wheb men get drunk in many societies they forced their wives to make love to them and BAM, another baby hehe,,,
Thank you Mr DOHN the great, Maita
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hi a2z5o, that was nice question from you, hehe, I joined a contest here at HP about health that's why,hehe. Thank you, smile for you, take care, Maita
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Hi sandy, thanks dear, that's a crazy pic, hehe Maita
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Sage, please keep up with me ok, hehe, Good day and take care, maita
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hi anglnwu, you're so sweet, and yes that's me, I utilize my picture here so that it will be put in use, to scare the readers hehe, Good day to you, Maita
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hi alexandriaruthk, thank you for always visiting my hub, and for your nice remarks! that's me and you better run now, hehe, TC, Maita
I try not to get a hangover in the first place, relying on a full glass of Club Soda or Tomato Juice before heading out for an everning with the boys. I try to limit myself to no more than 2 drinks, mainly Tanquerary Gin Up with an Olive. But, those few times when things get out of hand, first thing next morning, I down 1 more ounce of gin neat before breakfast and when breakfast is over, I'm fit as ever - kicking myself for the stupedity of the night before. David Russell
Good one, Maita. Give the body what it wants.
Great Hub for the drinking folks. I enjoy your style.
It's good to be back reading your hubs.
I like the pictures. It caught my attention. :-D
This is an informative hub. This is very useful to people who loves to drink a lot. Just a reminder to readers: Drink but don't get drunk and drive. Great hub!
Great tips, but I don't need them, thank goodness! I'm always the DD.
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hi habee, hmm we are the same, no use drinking actually! Maita
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Hi TinaV, you're right, and I am happy your back again, Maita
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hi alternative_ave, thank you, Maita
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Hi Katrina, hmmmm, that's a nice remark! Thanks, Maita
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Hi David, those are nice ips from you, thank you so much, but it is best to be sober isn't it? night, Maita
Maita it is too bad I did not know you like 25 years ago ! I used to party pretty hard in the Westside of Los Angeles. But good tips here. Fortunately I eat a lot of Bananas. I like em a lot and oranges too ! Have a great evening !
Ha ha I sure could have used this when I was younger. I just toughed it out. Great Hub!
Great advices. I use to drink a big glass of milk when I get home after a night out. I don´t really know if helps, but I feel much better the next day. Maybe it´s just in my head.
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Hi J.P. < it helps you sleep well as well, smeocailly warm milk, Thanks for reading this one, now next time you will know what to do, I hope this one helps you, Maita
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Hi Tammy, oh hehe, I never know you then so, but I guess you know what to do madame nurse, Thanks dear, Maita
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Hi Tony, bananas are great, they are wonder fruit, and orange is my fav fruit, as well as the color orange, maybe you will need this again during Super Bowl, thank you and TC, Maita
Good information - I am not much of a drinker, but this information will be useful if I am in the presence of friends who drink in excess. The gentleman on the toilet is a nice touch too :)
Great advice Maita, just in time for the everyone to stock up on the home remedies prior to St. Paddy's day. :)
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Hi cool, hmm share this informationm to them, Thank you, Night, Maita
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Hi Money, you're right dear, Hmmm, Do you get hangover as well?/ Maita
As you said the greatest advice is not to mix different kinds of alcohol, the second is to stop before it's too late, and water is really the best thing to drink the day after. Many times the headache is due to little water in the body.
Nice pics, especially yours. :)
WoW!! Looks like the toilet is broke. If that's the case, that means his head is laying in toilet water!! YUK!!!!!!
Fantastic information, LOVE that sad picture. Boy oh boy, I'm glad those days are behind me. If only people would heed your advice about moderation. Anyway, you have some interesting home cures here. I know I had a hangover or two where I would have loved this little page. Take care!
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Hi Tubbs, yes hehe, I am glad you came back again here, Maita
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Hi hypno, thanks and you've got it, Maita
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Hi word, thank you and for your nice compliment, what more can I say, Maita
That picture says a thousand words. I don't think I have every been that wasted (or at least that I can remember and know about it). Very sound advice and but thank goodness I have learned to control my intake and really never have a hangover. You are on a roll!
Thanks Maita, some interesting pictures. Now that I have your Remedies I guess I will go have a few drinks.
Wow I really could have used this advice on the weekend!:) Nice hub Maita!
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Hi ehern, am happy that you didn't experience this one b4, good, I am happy you're back, YAY, Maita
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Hey Kenneth, drink moderately, LOL< Maita
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Hey T, drink moderately, and YES you're back, YEHEY! Maita
pdh, I almost feel sorry for the guy on the broken toilet. Nah, not really. Of course the best way to prevent a hangover would be not to get drunk, but that wouldn't help the economy. Would it? :-)
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hehe, economy, forget it, Thank you, no more headcahe is better, maita
Thanks for This hub. Though I'm not really a heavy drinker but this will help me in times when of troubles. LOL.
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I'm still laughing about the poor, collapsed guy on the broken toilet. Ha-ha! They need to show that picture to the people who attend Alcoholic Anonymous meetings...as for good reasons to quit... :)
Those photos are too funny! Great info.
This is a greart topic and is very well put together, The best way I have found to get rid of a hangover is just not to drink for for tose how do this is good stuff
Great advice! Here is one more natural way to help with hangover. Its Kefir. I have written a hub about Kefir.In exSoviet Union Kefir was highly popular hangover remedy.
Very funny "toilet" picture!
I've found a great way to prevent hangovers is to drink a huge glass of water after every drink. It's slows down one's drinking a lot, and keeps one hydrated as well. Or one can just not drink in the first place. :)
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Sanreem, thank you, Maita
The guy falling off the toilet seat is pretty funny.
I find that B Vitamins kill any hangover.
Good hub my friend.
Daniel
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Carpet diem, thanks, Maita
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hi Inese, thanks, Maita
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Hi fester hehe, that's funny, yes, Maita
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Hi mockazoom, never drink that's it hehe, Thank you, Maita
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Obscurely diverse, I agree hehe, they will surely stop if they see this one, Maita
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Hi lovely paper, thank you, maita
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Hi borge, thank you and don't forget the pic here, hehe, maita
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Hi sexy rosham, thnaks for reading this one, Maita
The article is good to share the best home remedies for hang over.
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hi tulipkiya, thank you, Maita
Fantastic advice. i always tend to go straight for the Ibuprofen but now i know better. great work
I never had a hangover until I quit drinking for a month, then BANG even a few pints and I'm a gonner for a day.
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hi oli, I think you used to it for a time, but if you arent use to it, the more you get hangover, hehe! thank you, Maita
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hi complaicency, how many times do you have hangover in a week, hehe, thanks, maita
This is a great guide for avoiding the worst part of consuming drink.
I remember consuming two large bottles of romulan ale in one sitting...the next day I was seeing stars without consulting a port view.
In space no one can hear you moan from a hang over. ;)
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Hi IXXY, great you dropped by here again, TC, Maita
Good hub! I don't get hangovers anymore, but I used to.
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thank you janiek13, Maita
Now these tips are very helpful to many drinkers, especially those like me (that love my glass of wine).
I tend to drink water intermittently as i drink. i have found that this prevents me from having hangovers, or even from feeling tipsy.
However, i have just learnt from this great article that diarrhoea is a form of hangover too. I always thought it was the quality of the wine. Now i know.
Thanks for the enlightenment Pretty.
Cheers
I will havwe to make space besides my liquor, both in the fridge and the cabinet, for some of these items, I don't drink a lot, but when I do drink I drink a lot...LOL
Margaritas are one of my downfalls, perhaps I should just dip lime slices in it and suck on them, and perhaps avoid a hangover. Never heard of the apple trick, but hey, An apple a day keeps the doctor away...Great hub, I must bookmark it for my next splitting headache.~~~MFB III
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Hey MFB, don't drink then write at HP, just kidding have you tried that drinking then writing at HP? Thank you, Maita
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Viryabo, toast hehe, I am glad you learn something form this hub, Thank you Mam, Maita
I used to party when I was in my teens and up to early 20's, but over the years I've drank a lot less, to the point I'll only have a beer with a BBQ or something, or a glass of wine with a fine meal, that's about it. I suppose that's the best method for curing a hangover, don't drink much! :)
Thank you for this amazing advice. Perhaps you should add to the list a small tomato with salt before you go to sleep. It helps me a lot in decreasing the hangover that follows in the morning.
Funny stuff.
Maita,
Its me always late to the party tom- I have never ever ever had a drink of alcohol in my life- EVER-and I still had problems but my liver being 100% may have saved my life overall after all. So I will pass this info on to those I know that can use it....
great job
TH
Wow, more information here, Thanks for sharing.
Great hub, will keep this in mind next time I am off to a party.
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