A hangover is the experience of feeling sick following a session of heavy alcoholic drinking. Some of the symptoms of the condition include headache, nausea, dizziness, and a lack of ability to think clearly, among others. Many popular science websites and health magazines continuously propagate remedies that claim to magically help avoid hangovers. You may also come across certain claims that treat hangovers in a few minutes. However, several health authorites from various countries have warned that scientifically, there is no conclusive proof that a hangover can be cured. Although some remedies may treat individual symptoms of a hangover, like a headache, there is no cure for overall symptoms.
The best way to dodge a hangover is to avoid drinking. If avoidance is not possible, drinking alcohol on an empty stomach is not recommended. It is advised to drink water between alcoholic drinks to slow the absorption of alcohol into the blood stream.
The following are recommended for dealing with the symptoms of a hangover:
Being aware of your body and drinking responsibly is the best approach for alcohol consumption.
References
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U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (n.d.). Retrieved March 22, 2015, from http://www.fda.gov/food/foodborneillnesscontaminants/buystoreservesafefood/ucm085385.htm
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