Alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits are widely consumed worldwide. However, alcohol can have certain harmful effects. Binge drinking of alcohol can also lead to hangover. But, there are certain foods that you can eat to prevent or treat the symptoms of a hangover.

Symptoms Of Alcohol Hangover 

A Hangover comes with unpleasant physical and mental symptoms after alcohol consumption. These include:

• चक्कर आना 
• सिरदर्द
• Nausea and Vomiting
• थकान 
• Muscle pain
• Poor mental performance

These symptoms are due to dehydration, hormonal effects, and toxic effects of alcohol. 

Foods To Eat For Hangover

Herbal therapies for alcohol toxicity have been used for several centuries. Certain foods that are rich in antioxidants help suppress the symptoms of alcohol-related toxicity.

Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek seeds contain antioxidants such as polyphenols. These protect the liver from oxidative stress and have been shown to protect against alcohol-related liver damage.

Mango

Mango provides antioxidants. It also enhances the metabolism of alcohol.

Ginger

Ginger has liver-protecting and antioxidant effects. It has been traditionally used in China for the treatment of discomfort after excessive alcohol intake.

Pear 

Pear stimulates the metabolism of alcohol and prevents its toxic effects.

Coconut Water

Its hydration effects and electrolyte content prevent dehydration and associated symptoms.

Other foods to consider: Grapes and dates

Tips For Avoiding Hangover

• Take an antacid half an hour before alcohol consumption to avoid gastritis and stomach pain.
• Drink fluids like coconut water, water, juices, etc. along with alcohol.
• Consider taking a shot of ginger extract while drinking alcohol. 
• Nibble on some sprouted fenugreek seeds while drinking. 
• Drink coconut water when you wake up the next day after drinking. (Avoid coffee or tea)

संदर्भ

1. Natural Products for the Prevention and Treatment of Hangover and Alcohol Use Disorder.https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6274469/
2. Interventions for treatment and/or prevention of Alcohol Hangover: Systematic Review. Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental, 32(5). https://doi.org/10.1002/hup.2600