Oktoberfest Blues
Hangover defined
A hangover, medically known as veisalgia, is caused due to the consumption of large amounts of alcohol or some other drug. Hangover is most commonly associated with the after-effects of large consumption of alcohol.
Hangover symptoms
Dry mouth: Your mouth will feel very dry and you will feel that strong urge for wetting your tongue and throat.
Bloodshot eyes: Your eyes may look swollen and will be slightly or very red in color. Your eyes may also dislike exposure to light.
Nausea and vomiting: Strange sensation in the stomach with a feeling of nausea and vomiting.
Dizzy feeling: You feel drowsy when you wake up. There is a very strong urge of going back to sleep.
Hangover cures
Hangover cure using water: Consume a lot of water before you go to bed. This should priovde some relief to the dehydrating effects of alcohol. Drink lots of water even after you wake up.
Eat some food: Its a good practice to eat something while and after you drink. This helps reduce the rate at which alcohol enters your blood and thus can help reduce the after-effects.
Vitamin C: These help break down the alcohol content in your body.
How to prevent hangovers
- Never drink on an empty stomach. Food helps to absorb some of the alcohol and aids the body in digesting it faster.
- Try to eat starchy foods to slow down the alcohol absorption.
- Limit yourself to less than 1 drink per hour.
- Try to alternate your alcoholic drinks with nonalcoholic beverages such as water
- Stick to non-carbonated drinks as carbonation can speed up the alcohol absorption.
- Try to avoid sweet drinks (and sugary foods) while you drink. The sweet taste of the drink can make it difficult for you to judge how much alcohol you’re actually consuming.
