10 Effective Ways to Manage a Hangover and Feel Better

Sleep It Off • Drink Plenty of Water • Prioritize Whole Grains • Enjoy Some Grapefruit • Replenish Electrolytes • More ...

10 Effective Ways to Manage a Hangover and Feel Better
By Jennifer • Dec 15, 2009 MD

It’s inevitable: at one point or another, you might wake up with a rough hangover. Whether you're navigating the busy holiday season or recovering from a weekend celebration, knowing how to manage those symptoms can help you get back to feeling like yourself. Here are 10 effective, science-backed ways to beat a hangover.

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1. Sleep It Off

Sleep is often the best cure, though it isn't always easy to achieve. Before you doze off, try to drink a large glass of water. Proper hydration is key to recovery.

2. Drink Plenty of Water

A major cause of a hangover headache is dehydration. Keep a large bottle of water by your bed and aim to sip it throughout the morning to help restore your body's fluid balance.

3. Prioritize Whole Grains

Vitamin B can help your body recover. Incorporating whole grains or leafy green vegetables—which are naturally rich in these nutrients—is a gentle and effective way to start feeling better.

4. Enjoy Some Grapefruit

Just like Vitamin B, Vitamin C plays a role in how your body processes recovery. A fresh grapefruit or a glass of real orange juice can be a refreshing boost.

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5. Replenish Electrolytes

Sugar-rich sports drinks can help you feel better by restoring your electrolyte balance, which is often depleted after drinking alcohol.

6. Skip the Caffeine

That morning coffee or tea might seem tempting, but it can actually increase dehydration. Stick to water or herbal tea instead.

7. Try Eggs

Eggs contain cysteine, an amino acid that can help break down some of the toxins associated with alcohol. A simple omelet is a classic, easy-to-digest choice.

8. Get Fresh Air

A little fresh air can help clear your head and reduce that heavy feeling. If the weather permits, a short, slow walk outside can make a significant difference.

9. Gentle Movement

If you're feeling up for it, light movement can help boost your circulation. Avoid intense workouts, but a leisurely walk or some light stretching can encourage your body to process toxins.

10. Listen to Your Body

If you feel persistent nausea, remember that it is your body's natural way of protecting itself. Focus on gentle recovery and prioritize rest until you feel ready to get back to your day.

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  • Xannyyy

    2009-12-17T10:57:22.000Z

    My beat solution for a Hangoves is always two aspirins for the headache to come and a big glass of cold milk to settle my stomach. That always have a power :)
  • Rose

    2009-12-15T22:29:19.000Z

    lol i just love this post. great tips (:
  • zennmaster

    2009-12-16T08:23:32.000Z

    You missed the mother of all hangover cures... A full blown English fry up...
  • zennmaster

    2009-12-17T06:06:58.000Z

    @sheila: You don't really fry an English you know. :P
  • Meream

    2009-12-15T22:40:07.000Z

    Strangely, I always felt better after drinking a huge glass of ice-cold Coke...
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