Holidays and Tet are the time when alcohol and beer appear densely in meetings and parties. Excessive alcohol and beer use causes the liver to overload, and at the same time causes dehydration, electrolyte disorders and irritation of the stomach lining. Although no drinks "relieve alcohol" immediately, some suitable drinks can help the body replenish water, reduce uncomfortable symptoms and support the alcohol metabolism process.
Group of drinks to help replenish water and support alcohol metabolism
Filtered water: Filtered water is the most important choice after drinking alcohol. Alcohol has a diuretic effect, causing the body to lose water quickly, leading to headaches, dry mouth, fatigue. Drinking water helps replenish the lost fluid, supporting the liver and kidneys to excrete the metabolic products of alcohol. You should drink small, steady sips, avoid drinking too quickly.
According to Dr. George Koob, Director of the US National Institute for Alcohol Abuse and Addiction, dehydration is the main cause of discomfort after drinking alcohol. He said: "Sufficient hydration is the simplest but most effective measure to reduce symptoms after drinking alcohol.
Electrolyte water: In addition to water, the body also loses minerals such as sodium and potassium. Electrolyte water or mineral-supplementing solution can help balance electrolytes, reduce fatigue and dizziness. However, you should choose low-sugar, avoid products with high sugar content because it can make the liver work harder.
Natural coconut water is rich in potassium and minerals, helping to replenish water and lightly electrolyte. This is a suitable choice for people who feel tired, thirsty and dry mouth after drinking alcohol. However, you should not drink too much for a short time to avoid bloating.
Drinks that help soothe the stomach and reduce discomfort
Warm ginger tea: Ginger has the effect of warming the body, supporting digestion and reducing nausea. Warm ginger tea can help soothe the stomach irritated by alcohol, and also improve feelings of bloating. Moderate amounts should be used, avoid mixing too thickly.
Thin lemon juice: Thinly diluted lemon juice provides vitamin C and helps stimulate the taste buds, reduce nausea. Drinking thin lemon juice also helps increase the amount of water intake into the body. However, you should not drink it when you are hungry or too sour, because acid can make the stomach more uncomfortable.
Harvard Chan School of Public Health Doctor Frank Hu, a nutritionist at Harvard University, said that drinks rich in water and minerals "do not neutralize alcohol, but help the body recover better by supporting hydration and liver function".
Important notes when "cooling down
It should be emphasized that no drink can immediately relieve alcohol or completely eliminate the harmful effects of alcohol. The liver needs time to metabolize alcohol, on average about one unit of alcohol per hour. Drinking more concentrated coffee or energy drinks does not help relieve alcohol, and even makes the heart beat faster and lose more water.
If signs such as continuous vomiting, severe headache, confusion, shortness of breath or loss of consciousness appear, the drinker should be taken to a medical facility immediately, and should not treat it at home.
Holidays and Tet are time for reunions, but the use of alcohol and beer needs to be moderate. Choosing appropriate drinks after drinking alcohol is only for support, the most important thing is still drinking in moderation to protect long-term health.
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