Whether you’re only had a few drinks or you closed down the bar there are things you can do to avoid hangovers or at least lessen some of their symptoms. The following are some simple steps you can take to make sure you feel better the morning after drinking alcohol.
• Drink Water: Drinking water is a habit all of us should be in on a normal basis but when you’re drinking alcohol it is even more crucial to supplement yourself with adequate amounts of water as well. A good rule of thumb to abide by is to drink a glass of water after each alcoholic drink. Not only will this aid in keeping you hydrated it will also dilute the toxins in the alcohol which will result in less stomach irritation.
• Moderation: We’ve all heard it a thousand times but moderation is the key especially when it comes to alcohol consumption. It takes the body up to an hour to process just one alcoholic drink.
• Stick to One Drink: When drinkers switch from drink to drink each time they take in a new liquor it takes the body longer to absorb each different liquor. It also adds new toxins into the body which can make a hangover worse.
• Don’t Drink on an Empty Stomach: Drinking alcohol on an empty stomach is a recipe for disaster which ends with a hangover. Having food on the stomach slows down alcohol absorption and also decreases the chances of stomach irritation.
• Tylenol: Taking 2 Tylenol before going to sleep and then 2 more immediately after waking up can minimize the symptoms of a hangover.