9 Expert Tips for Recovering From a Hangover

Looking for relief from a night of too much partying? There’s no foolproof way to make a hangover disappear, but these home remedies will make you feel a whole lot better.

By Leslie BarrieMedically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD

Reviewed: February 10, 2023

Medically Reviewed

Hangovers are no fun, but fortunately, several do-it-yourself methods can ease the discomfort.

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If you’ve ever had too much to drink, you know some of the morning-after consequences can be less than pleasant: queasiness, tiredness, a splitting headache, dry mouth, stomach upset, and a fuzzy memory, to name just a few.

“There are three big complications to a hangover: inflammation, because it binds to different chemical enzymes in the body and changes the way they act; dehydration, because it causes you to urinate a lot; and sleep deprivation, because it interrupts your sleep architecture so you’re not really getting a good night’s rest,” explains Deep Bhatt, MD, an internist at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City.

The good news is you can take certain steps to prevent those symptoms if you’re planning to drink.

First, to prevent a hangover, keep in mind that drinking in moderation is half the battle. For women, that means one drink a day, and for men, it’s two drinks a day, per the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. One drink equals 1.5 ounces (oz) of liquor or spirits, 12 oz of regular beer, or 5 oz of wine. Drink in moderation to limit hangover symptoms, as well as all the other negative health effects of booze. Those include both short- and long-term damage, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes. (Whether any amount of booze at all is safe for your health is debatable.)

When you’re drinking alcohol, be aware that it can interact with certain medications and cause side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, impaired concentration, and an increased chance of overdose, according to the National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). These medications include antidepressants, stimulants, and certain medications that treat anxiety. Allergy medications may negatively interact with alcohol as well. Check with your doctor to make sure what you’re taking doesn’t have a harmful interaction with alcohol, the NIAAA advises.

And understand that what you eat before you start drinking matters. You’ll want to make sure you have a full stomach before you drink, because as Mayo Clinic notes, alcohol is absorbed faster on an empty stomach. Scientists are finding some interesting foods that may help too, like asparagus. Research has found that extracts of asparagus leaves and shoots contain amino acids and minerals that may help liver cells better metabolize alcohol and reduce inflammation. Those components may also provide liver-protective effects, which could help your body recover faster, the research suggests — but no studies have yet been done in humans.

In addition, make sure you’re well hydrated before you indulge, as alcohol causes you to urinate more than normal and depletes your body of fluids, per Cleveland Clinic.

What should you do if a hangover does strike? So far, science has not come up with a single magic natural cure that will solve the misery of having had one too many cocktails. But experts have pinpointed several practical remedies that may shorten the symptoms. Here, discover a few hangover hacks.

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Drink Lots of Water to Replenish Lost Fluids

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One of the easiest home remedies for a hangover? Drink water. “Alcohol itself is a diuretic, meaning that it causes you to urinate more,” says Shilpi Agarwal, MD, a family medicine physician in Washington, DC. “It does this by suppressing certain hormones that help the body hold on to fluid, and therefore you are losing fluids by urinating.” The Cleveland Clinic notes you can lose up to a quart of urine in the hours after you’ve had four alcoholic drinks.

While it won’t completely prevent the aftereffects, hydrating with water or other fluids — even if you can only get down a few sips at a time — will help. “Drinking water helps restore necessary fluids and can help the bloodstream and circulatory system carry nutrients and oxygen to the tissues and remove the wastes from a night of excessive consumption,” says Pete McCall, an American Council on Exercise–certified personal trainer and exercise physiologist in Carlsbad, California.

Some articles purport that fermented drinks like kombucha can be an antidote for hangovers, but the concept is just theoretical. Kombucha is rich in minerals, antioxidants, and good-for-you-gut bacteria, according to Colorado State University, and research shows that it might be energizing and aid a depressed immune system. If you drink to excess, a review of research found that your immune system may already be weaker than normal.

What not to drink? More booze. Scientists have debunked one of the most popular hangover cures — the “hair of the dog,” or a hefty swig of alcohol the next morning. “Hair of the dog will make you feel better temporarily because you feel that euphoria,” Dr. Bhatt says. “You’ll basically forget you’re hungover, but that’s going to lead to a cumulative effect where you’ll actually feel worse in the long run.”

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Guzzle Sports Drinks to Hasten Rehydration

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Want to gain an edge over plain old water to treat your hangover? Consider reaching for Gatorade, Pedialyte, Powerade, or a similar nonfizzy sports drink. This recommendation comes courtesy of Kelly Kennedy, RDN, the staff nutritionist at Everyday Health.

These sports drinks contain minerals called electrolytes — such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium — and are designed to help you replenish lost nutrients and quickly rehydrate, according to Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. “Sports drinks will elevate blood glucose and can elevate sodium levels, which help muscle cells uptake and use water, leading to quicker rehydration,” explains McCall. Some research backs this up, showing that drinking electrolytes after long periods of dehydration can significantly restore important minerals, like sodium, potassium, and calcium.

No sports drink in sight? Fall back on plain water and foods that are naturally packed with electrolytes, such as pretzels, which have 488 milligrams (mg) of sodium per oz, or a medium banana (422 mg of potassium), cooked spinach (157 mg of magnesium per cup), and almonds (385 mg of calcium per cup), according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). You can also reach for water-rich foods. “They can definitely replenish fluids and decrease the dehydration that contributes to a hangover,” says Kennedy, who recommends watermelon and cucumbers, which both have a high water content. “A sprinkle of salt on either can replenish electrolytes if someone has vomited,” Kennedy adds.

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Restore Energy With Vitamin B and Protect Immunity With Vitamin C

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Some hangover symptoms result from nutrient deficiencies, and vitamin B12 is particularly affected by alcohol use, according to a study.

B vitamins are responsible for energy, brain function, and keeping the immune system and nervous system acting properly, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Depletion of B vitamins has been associated with fatigue and low energy levels, though other factors may also or alternatively be in play. If you can’t get your mind off breakfast sandwiches, Maggie Michalczyk, RDN, a food blogger based in Chicago, suggests eating eggs — a great source of the energy-producing B vitamins that alcohol flushes out — with lean protein like turkey bacon and a whole-grain English muffin.

Another vitamin to potentially add to your hangover self-care routine is vitamin C. Research shows a connection between alcohol use and a weakened immune system, impairing the body’s ability to defend itself. To help prevent colds, viruses, and potential alcohol-related illness, load up on vitamin C with fruits and vegetables like broccoli, which is an excellent source, according to the USDA. Also reach for oranges, red bell peppers, kiwis, and strawberries, which are rich in vitamin C, notes the National Institutes of Health.

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Boost Your Blood Sugar With Carbohydrates

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Alcohol can interfere with your blood sugar levels, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, which may contribute to the fatigue, irritability, and weakness that are often consequences of intoxication. It also may explain why breakfasting on toast and honey has long been touted as a natural hangover cure. “Excessive alcohol consumption can negatively affect the metabolism of glucose, so having a snack like this that is high in carbs and sugars (the fructose in the honey) can elevate blood sugar and provide some immediate energy,” says McCall.

Contrary to popular belief, greasy foods will not help you combat a hangover. That grease is not going to absorb the alcohol — which has already made its way through your liver. “It might sound good at the moment, but it won’t actually make your body feel better,” Michalczyk adds.

Insead, Michalczyk suggests a bowl of chicken noodle soup. “Chicken noodle soup is hydrating and salty, which will help satisfy that craving. Plus, you’ll get some protein to help keep you satisfied, and the vitamins and minerals from celery and carrots will replenish those lost through drinking as well,” says Michalczyk. Not to mention, the noodles provide those aforementioned carbs for energy.

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Have Chamomile to Reduce ‘Hangxiety’

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For some people, hangover-induced anxiety can be as taxing emotionally as some of the physical symptoms of a hangover.

If this doesn’t sound familiar, it may be because hangxiety affects us all differently. In one study, researchers discovered that shy people had greater anxiety levels the day after drinking alcohol.

Although high-quality studies on the use of chamomile for hangover recovery are lacking, Michalczyk says some people report that chamomile calms overwhelming feelings brought on by drinking. After all, alcohol can leave you feeling rotten, mental healthwise, because of dehydration, low blood sugar, and out-of-whack hormone production, as the charity Alcohol Change UK notes. Research supports using this flowering plant to soothe those jitters, although study participants were given chamomile extract rather than tea.

As a bonus, chamomile may aid sleep and relieve an upset stomach, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health.

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Calm Your Immune System With an Anti-Inflammatory Medication

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In pain after a night of drinking? That’s probably your immune system at work. Research suggests that a bout with the bottle produces a clear immunological response, triggering the release of cytokines, which are proteins intended to help your body recover but that also contribute to post-drinking symptoms. Consider taking an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain reliever (NSAID), such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen sodium (Aleve), or aspirin for temporary help with a headache and that overall achy feeling, according to Harvard Health Publishing. NSAIDs may irritate the stomach, so skip them if you have a stomachache. You should also avoid NSAIDs if your doctor has advised you to do so.

Steer clear of acetaminophen (Tylenol), however, says Bhatt. Like alcohol, it’s metabolized in the liver and, in rare instances, could have toxic effects if you take a high dose and there is enough alcohol lingering in your system.

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Try Ginger to Ease Nausea

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Not sure how to cure hangover nausea? Many doctors and nutritionists alike agree that ginger is one of the best natural remedies for soothing an upset stomach, which is often a common symptom of a hangover.

“Ginger can aid digestion and in this way can ease stomach upset,” says Kennedy, who credits alcohol irritating the lining of the stomach as one of the reasons for hangover-related nausea.

The chemical compounds in ginger are believed to help ease stomach pain and aid digestion. A meta-analysis found that ginger reduced vomiting by 60 percent and fatigue by 80 percent in people with cancer who were receiving chemotherapy treatment. Another review found that ginger had potential antioxidant and liver-protective effects.

You can enjoy this superfood in many ways. For soothing an upset stomach, try brewing ginger tea or simply eating fresh ginger, suggests the Cleveland Clinic.

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Sweat Away Your Hangover Symptoms (if You’re Up for It)

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Of all the possible and popular hangover home remedies, experts say that exercise is one of the best because it ramps up oxygen flow to the brain and increases mood-boosting hormones that support energy levels. It also “increases the clearance of toxins from the body,” notes Bhatt.

If you can muster the strength to work out, McCall has this advice: “Exercising during a hangover should be limited to low- to moderate-intensity exercise, since the hangover will negatively impact cognitive ability, motor control, and coordination.” Bhatt also recommends low to moderate activity for young, healthy people (and if you’re unhealthy or not feeling well enough, skip it and rest). A review of studies on the effects of a hangover on the brain validated McCall’s caution regarding a hungover person’s potentially impaired attention, decision-making, and muscle coordination. So pass on a high-intensity workout and go for a walk instead.

And, even more than usual, it’s essential to drink water before, during, and after your post-bacchanal sweat session, since the body is already dehydrated from overindulgence in alcohol.

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Go Back to Bed to Restore Circadian Rhythm

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One of the most restorative hangover remedies you can try is simply to get more sleep. It’s believed that many hangover symptoms are due to poor sleep after drinking alcohol, the Mayo Clinic notes. “Alcohol initially can make you feel sleepy; however, it affects sleep because those who consume a lot of alcohol do not get into a deep sleep that is restorative,” says Dr. Agarwal.

The Sleep Foundation further explains that alcohol disrupts your circadian rhythm and prevents some of our crucial REM sleep; it’s unlikely that you’ll fall into a deep, restful sleep after drinking in excess. Poor sleep, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, is linked to irritability and depression, and alcohol, which is a depressant, can exacerbate these effects, notes the American Addiction Centers.

The best way to feel better sooner? Hydrate; eat a meal rich in complex carbohydrates, vegetables, and protein; and sleep as much as possible, says Agarwal. Just know that if you’re often drinking heavily and then sleeping in, this may amount to a problem, Cleveland Clinic notes, as you may start disrupting your day and night sleeping patterns. Bottom line? Try to avoid drinking to excess.

Additional reporting by Wyatt Myers and Brianna Majsiak.

Hangover cures: Most effective home remedies

A hangover can leave someone with fatigue, nausea, and muscle aches. People swear by certain hangover cures, but do home remedies really help?

Drinking alcohol can cause fatigue, nausea, brain fog, and low mood the next day. People who are experiencing a hangover feel these symptoms partly because of the after-effects of drinking alcohol, including:

• dehydration
• electrolyte imbalances
• alcohol withdrawal
• low blood sugar
• stomach and intestine inflammation
• sleep disturbances

Home hangover cures aim to treat these symptoms. There is no specific food, drink, or magic pill to cure a hangover, though certain remedies can ease the symptoms in some people.

In this article, we look at the effectiveness of some common methods people use to try to cure hangovers.

While there is little direct research into how effective over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are for people with a hangover, certain medicines may help tackle the symptoms, as discussed below.

Do anti-inflammatories help?

Aspirin and other anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen and naproxen, are effective at relieving aches and pains.

These drugs can reduce the inflammation in the body that alcohol causes to relieve headaches and muscle aches.

People should use anti-inflammatories with caution when hungover, as the medication can further irritate the stomach lining. Chronic use of these drugs can lead to stomach ulcers. Some doctors caution against taking ibuprofen on an empty stomach for this reason.

Do antacids help?

Antacids work by neutralizing the stomach acid to relieve an upset stomach. Taking antacids can reduce nausea, heartburn, and indigestion that drinking causes. This is a good option for people who tend to feel sick when hungover.

Does acetaminophen help?

Avoid medication that contains acetaminophen during a hangover.

The liver is the organ that breaks down acetaminophen, as it does alcohol. The body is more susceptible to the toxic effects of acetaminophen when a person drinks alcohol, and this can contribute to liver damage in severe cases.

People may prefer to use anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen or naproxen, for pain relief instead.

Rehydrating the body by drinking water may help to improve the symptoms of a hangover.

Alcohol is a diuretic, which means that it increases the amount of urine a person passes. The resulting loss in fluid can cause dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. These factors contribute to a hangover.

Staying hydrated while drinking alcohol could help to prevent or reduce a hangover. People can try drinking a glass of water between alcoholic drinks and just before bed.

Do rehydration powders help?

Many people also use sports drinks that contain electrolytes or rehydration powders to restore the balance of electrolytes in their bodies. There is no current research about whether or not this is an effective cure for a hangover.

Low blood sugar levels contribute to some hangover symptoms. Eating in the morning helps regulate blood sugar levels to relieve this discomfort partially.

When the body breaks down alcohol, lactic acid levels increase. This causes a drop in blood sugar levels, which can contribute towards a hangover.

Eating breakfast can help to restore blood sugar to a correct level and may improve some symptoms of a hangover.

A person’s body also needs nutritious foods that include protein, carbohydrates, healthful fats, and vitamins to repair and recover.

There is no current research to say that particular foods, such as greasy or fried breakfasts, are more effective than others. Many people believe that carbohydrates are particularly effective for “soaking up” alcohol, though research has not looked into this.

Share on PinterestEating food high in antioxidants may lessen the effects of alcohol.

The alcohol a person drinks causes oxidative stress, leading the body to produce free radicals. Antioxidants may help with this.

Research has linked oxidative stress to many health conditions, including heart disease and cancers. Antioxidants are compounds that help mop up these free radicals.

People may benefit from eating foods high in antioxidants to reduce the negative effects of drinking alcohol.

Good dietary sources of antioxidants include:

• berries
• cherries
• grapes
• pomegranates
• carrots
• spinach
• ginger
• dark chocolate
• nuts and seeds
• green and black teas

Coffee and other caffeinated drinks act as stimulants, which may improve the feelings of fatigue that come with a hangover.

Coffee, black tea, and green tea contain some antioxidants that may reduce the adverse effects of alcohol consumption.

However, drinks that contain caffeine are diuretics, which may worsen the effects of dehydration in the body. Caffeine does not alter a person’s blood alcohol content, so it does not reduce the health risks relating to drinking alcohol.

Despite the prevalence of hangovers, there has been little research into developing effective treatments. Of the studies that are available, most are of low quality and remain inconclusive.

Many factors can affect the severity and length of a person’s hangover, which makes it difficult for scientists to study potential hangover cures. Elements include:

• the type and amount of alcohol a person drinks
• how often they drink alcohol
• sex and age
• body type
• biological factors
• personality differences

Some people may even have a genetic disposition for worse hangovers than others.

Scientists have to rely on people’s self-reported hangover symptoms, which may vary between people and depend on day-to-day factors, and these are very difficult to control scientifically.

The lack of research has left room for a wide range of myths to develop about the best ways to cure a hangover, most of which rely on anecdotal evidence.

Businesses may also make claims about specific cures to sell their products, despite little or no scientific basis.

Share on PinterestEating a meal before drinking alcohol can reduce the effects of a hangover.

While there are no scientifically proven hangover cures, people can effectively prevent a hangover from happening in the first place.

Several factors may help to reduce the severity of a hangover, such as:

• Drinking in moderation. The one sure way to avoid a hangover is by not drinking alcohol. People can usually guarantee a milder hangover if they drink less alcohol the night before.
• Avoiding congeners. Some alcoholic drinks produce worse hangovers than others. Drinks with high congener content are more likely to cause a hangover, including whiskey, cognac, and tequila. Vodka, rum, and gin are low-congener drinks.
• Getting enough sleep. Alcohol can affect the quality of a person’s sleep, so sleeping more may help reduce a hangover.
• Staying hydrated. Drinking water while drinking alcohol can help counteract the diuretic effects of alcohol to reduce dehydration, which can contribute to headaches and other hangover symptoms.
• Eating food before drinking. Food can reduce the amount of time it takes for alcohol to enter into the bloodstream, keeping the blood alcohol levels lower. This could reduce the effects of a hangover.

The amount of alcohol that causes a hangover will vary from person to person. As a result, determining how much alcohol causes a hangover will involve some trial and error. It can help to be aware of alcohol guidelines set by the government.

There is currently no such thing as a cure for hangovers. Certain home remedies can help people manage some hangover symptoms, including taking anti-inflammatories or antacids, eating a nutritious breakfast, rehydrating, and eating foods that are rich in antioxidants.

However, there is little reliable research in this area. Until more systematic research is available, it is not possible to provide firm guidelines on dealing with hangovers.

Abstaining or drinking alcohol in moderation is the best way to avoid a hangover. People can reduce the severity of or prevent a hangover by getting enough sleep, staying hydrated through the night, and avoiding drinks with congeners.

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Nausea is one of the unpleasant symptoms that appear after drinking alcohol. It occurs as a result of the immune system’s natural response to poisoning as the body attempts to rid itself of toxins. Moreover, the type of drink drunk does not matter, since the concentration of ethanol in the blood is important. Therefore, it is worth figuring out what to do if you feel sick after alcohol, how to improve your well-being, and in which cases you need to immediately consult a doctor.

Why you feel sick in the morning after alcohol

Drinking, getting into the digestive tract, under the influence of liver enzymes, is converted into acetaldehyde toxin. Subsequently, it is converted into even simpler components for excretion from the body.

When the liver is unable to utilize all the breakdown products of alcohol, the body tries to get rid of them by itself through vomiting, which is preceded by nausea.

Studies have shown that in most cases this unpleasant symptom occurs after an adult consumes 4-5 servings of alcohol over a period of two hours, where one dose is 30 ml of fortified drink, a glass of wine or half a bottle of beer.

Causes of malaise, what factors can make it worse

Feeling sick after drinking alcohol as a result of some factors. An unpleasant symptom occurs against the background of dehydration of the body and is often accompanied by dizziness.

Important! Alcohol inhibits the formation of the hormone vasopressin, which is produced by the pituitary gland of the brain. But it is he who controls the level of fluid and sends a signal to the kidneys to keep it in the body.

Urination becomes more frequent after taking alcohol. This, in turn, accelerates the excretion of vitamin B in large quantities, which causes a violation of the digestive process. In addition, alcohol causes irritation of the stomach, and provokes increased production of acid.

The appearance of nausea after alcohol intoxication is also associated with the negative impact of its decay products on internal organs. This can provoke inflammation of the pancreas, stomach, intestines, liver, intestines.

What is the difference between peripheral and central vomiting

In alcohol poisoning, vomiting can be peripheral or central. In the first case, the frequency of seizures is no more than two times a day. Vomit contains toxins and undigested food. Peripheral vomiting brings relief and helps to quickly restore good health.

In the second case, the urge is frequent and accompanied by severe nausea. Central vomiting occurs when poisoning with toxins of the nervous system. Emptying the stomach does not bring relief, but only worsens the state of health, as it causes dehydration of the body. With this type, there is no formed vomit, it includes only bile and gastric juice.

Important! To prevent nausea in the morning, it is necessary to lean on vegetable salads, fruits during the party, but it is better to refuse mushrooms and fatty foods.

Types of nausea and possible complications

An unpleasant symptom after drinking alcohol can occur for various reasons, depending on the effect of the toxin on the body. Moreover, a pressing sensation in the throat area can persist throughout the day.

If drinking provoked inflammation of the mucous membrane of the intestinal or stomach walls, then reflex nausea is diagnosed in this case. It is accompanied by bloating and discomfort in the abdomen, colic.

Nausea due to excessive drinking can also be toxic. It develops against the background of circulation in the bloodstream of the breakdown products of alcohol. This is due to the inability of the liver to process ethanol in large quantities.

There is a certain feature that allows you to separate intoxication and addiction. In the first case, nausea is felt in healthy men and women while drinking alcohol or after 2-3 hours after drinking. And in the second, an unpleasant symptom practically does not develop immediately even after drinking a large dose of alcohol for a short time.

Important! In dependence, an unpleasant symptom appears in the morning and intensifies after a few hours. This is due to the body getting used to the action of ethanol against the background of regular binges.

In most cases, nausea in alcohol intoxication is accompanied by vomiting, which is quite natural. It can be single or continuous. Thus, the body tries to independently accelerate the process of cleansing from the toxin.

However, excessive vomiting after drinking alcohol for a long time causes dehydration, which leads to the loss of ions responsible for the balance of acid-base balance in the body and participating in the contraction of the heart muscle.

With insufficient amount of fluid in the body, the blood thickens, which negatively affects metabolic processes. Against this background, complications such as heart and kidney failure can develop, and the risk of coma and death also increases.

What causes vomiting of bile or blood

Often nausea after alcohol is accompanied by vomiting. Moreover, in some cases it can be with blood and bile.

The cause of vomiting with blood after alcohol is bleeding in the digestive organs. The most dangerous symptom is vomit, which has a shade of coffee grounds. It indicates that blood is poured out in the stomach and, when interacting with hydrochloric acid, changes its color.

It also happens that nausea after alcohol is accompanied by bile, and the vomit has a green tint. Most often this happens with prolonged drinking. In this case, the load on the gallbladder increases significantly, which leads to the throwing of its contents into the stomach.

With a one-time vomiting of bile after alcohol, it is enough to take measures to cleanse toxins in order to normalize the functioning of internal organs and systems. A repeated reaction of the body indicates a worsening of the situation.

Important! If a person has frequent vomiting with blood after alcohol, you should immediately call an ambulance. Any delay in this case can lead to serious consequences.

How to get rid of nausea at home

It is important to figure out in advance what will help with a hangover and nausea. Each person, faced with a hangover, thinks about how to get rid of the feeling of nausea after alcohol. After all, this unpleasant symptom reduces the quality of life and does not allow you to return to your usual pastime.

You can cope with the problem with folk remedies and with the help of special medicines. However, don’t expect it to be fast. After all, it takes a certain time to completely cleanse the body of toxins.

First aid for vomiting after drinking

If you feel the urge to vomit after drinking alcohol, there is nothing wrong with that. Thus, the body tries to quickly cleanse itself of toxins.

In case of excessive vomiting, measures should be taken to improve well-being. To do this, you need to go out into the fresh air or open the windows wide open. Then it is recommended to drink cool water. In this case, you can also use carbonated mineral water, as it speeds up the process of splitting acetaldehyde into safe components.

It is necessary to drink liquid in small sips, but not earlier than half an hour after the last vomiting, so as not to provoke a new attack.

Ginger can also be used as a first aid as it is a powerful antioxidant. To do this, you need to peel a small piece of the root and eat it. A cold compress on the back of the head also helps to reduce the intensity of the gag reflex.

Important! Do not drink coffee in the morning with a hangover, as this drink has a strong diuretic effect.

What drugs can be used in the treatment

If you feel sick in the morning after alcohol, then the question of what to do to improve well-being is a priority. In this case, drugs can be used.

To eliminate unpleasant symptoms, sorbents, antispasmodics and analgesics are suitable. You need to drink drugs with water without gas and sweeteners.

To remove nausea after drinking, drugs such as:

• Activated charcoal help. It is a sorbent consisting of a porous material. It is sold in the form of black tablets. The drug helps to absorb poisons and toxins from the gastrointestinal tract. It is recommended to take it separately from other drugs at the rate of 1 tablet for every 10 kg of body weight.
• Enterosgel. The principle of action of the drug is the same as that of activated carbon. Helps stop vomiting and relieve nausea, as it quickly binds toxins in the digestive tract and removes them from the body. For treatment, it is necessary to drink 3 tablespoons of the gel immediately after waking up in the morning. The drug should be taken separately from other drugs and washed down with plenty of water.
• Alka-Prim. It has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effects, contains acetylsalicylic acid, glycine, soda. The drug is sold in the form of effervescent tablets. To make you feel better, you need to dissolve two of them in a glass of water and drink. In severe form of alcohol intoxication, you can take up to four doses of drugs during the day.
• Alka Seltzer. A drug of complex action, which already half an hour after taking it relieves the unpleasant symptoms of a hangover. Contains sodium bicarbonate, acetylsalicylic and citric acids. Alka Seltzer also helps to reduce the load on the cardiovascular system during alcohol intoxication, but it should not be taken by people with impaired hematopoiesis. To make you feel better, you need to dissolve the effervescent tablets in water and drink a drink.
• Antipohmelin. The drug slows down the work of the enzyme for the oxidation of ethanol. It is sold in the form of chewable plates. To facilitate well-being with a hangover syndrome, it is recommended to eat them from 6 to 8 pieces during the day.

If there are no special hangover preparations in the house, experts recommend taking 8-10 tablets of activated charcoal, 1 tablet of aspirin and 2 tablets of No-shpa. This helps to quickly stop a headache, relieve nausea and prevent vomiting.

Important! Do not use paracetamol for hangover syndrome, as it increases the load on the liver and can cause irreversible processes in the organ.

Is it possible to give intramuscular injections

For nausea after alcohol, intramuscular injections can be given. For treatment, it is also recommended to use antispasmodics, antiemetics and absorbents.

But with this type of therapy, it is necessary to refuse to take pills, since the route of drug administration must be the same in order to exclude negative consequences.

Restoration of water-salt balance in case of nausea

Having figured out what to do when you feel sick with a hangover, it is important to remember about the restoration of the body. After all, a plentiful libation violated the balance of substances. To speed up the recovery of the body during alcohol intoxication and not get sick for several days, you need to worry about restoring the water-salt balance. To do this, you need to drink 3-4 liters of water per day.

Experts recommend taking 2-3 tablespoons every 10-15 minutes. l. This will effectively accelerate the elimination of toxins from the body, and prevent an attack of nausea and vomiting.

Moreover, it is recommended to drink pure water in the morning with a hangover, and not kefir, brine or other drinks.

What not to do in case of alcohol poisoning and vomiting

In case of a hangover, do not exceed the allowable dosage of drugs, as this increases the load on the liver and can provoke more serious health problems.

If an attack of vomiting recurs after taking the medicine, then it is impossible to drink them again in order to prevent an overdose. In this case, you need to take drugs only after a certain time, according to the instructions for them.

Hazards associated with nausea and vomiting after drinking

The danger of nausea and vomiting after alcohol is that unpleasant symptoms may appear during sleep or when the person is unconscious.

In this case, the risk increases that he may choke on vomit when lying on his back. Therefore, a drunk person must always be laid on his side and not left unattended.

When to see a doctor

It is recommended to call a doctor immediately if a person does not stop vomiting even 2 hours after taking the medication.

The reason for seeking help from a specialist should also be if nausea and vomiting are accompanied by symptoms such as confusion, diarrhea, rapid pulse, the presence of blood and bile in the vomit, colic in the abdomen.

Important! An emergency team can come to your home. Doctors will diagnose, put a dropper to detoxify the body, and quickly eliminate unpleasant symptoms. The service is provided on condition of complete anonymity.

Any alcoholic drink contains ethanol, which means it is toxic to humans. Therefore, you should not abuse alcohol so that later in the morning you do not have to deal with nausea and vomiting. Since any person is not immune from a hangover syndrome, regardless of age and gender.

How to get rid of a hangover after New Year’s Eve at home: 10 tips0005

Any holiday, including the New Year, may not have the most pleasant consequences. And if the destruction of an apartment, a tablecloth singed from sparklers or confetti in a salad is an everyday matter, then the incessant chimes in the head, nausea and chills cannot be ignored.

About what to do so that the day of January 1 does not turn into one continuous haze of a hangover, how to prepare yourself for the test on New Year’s Eve and safely overcome alcohol intoxication – in our material.

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Advice 1. You need to know the enemy by sight

After drinking alcohol, the human body faces the following phenomena:

depressive depressed state.

A hangover usually occurs after ethanol is processed in the body, which takes 8-12 hours. It can last up to 72 hours. It turns out that in order to interact effectively with alcohol, you need to prepare for a drinking party and take care of yourself the next day.

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Tip 2: Prepare for a meal

1. On the eve of an active day with physical activity, eat a hearty meal.
2. Before a feast, eat food that slows down the absorption of alcohol into the blood, such as dairy products, rice.
3. Activated charcoal or any other sorbent can be used.
4. Drink plenty of pure water.
5. Sleep.
6. One and a half to two hours before taking a homeopathic dose of alcohol – no more than 50 grams of vodka or cognac to “accelerate” the liver.
7. Drink green tea with mint and lemon before the start of the holiday.

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Advice 3. How to drink alcohol during a feast

1. The rule of three “Z” – drink, eat, eat. The more fluid in the body, the less stress from alcohol for him. It is better to drink alcohol with clean water with lemon or mineral water.

2. Eat light meals, snacks, vegetables, salads, seafood, lean fish. You can’t do much – the liver will slow down the processing, it will accumulate alcohol in the stomach, and it will “catch up” with the body only in the morning.

3. Reduce the number of servings and choose quality drinks. The hardest thing in the morning after cognac, brandy and whiskey because of the tannins in them. Dangerous for the head can be red wine due to the simultaneous content of ethanol and methanol and champagne due to sugar and gases.

4. Let’s dance. Strictly speaking, what then is this whole holiday for, if not for joy? Dancing helps to process alcohol: oxygen and movement decouple ethanol faster. Ventilate the room more often and smoke less.

5. Before going to bed, drink a couple of glasses of clean water to avoid dehydration during sleep.

6. You can also take sorbents before going to bed. This will relieve severe symptoms.

7. A good healthy, long sleep is the first step to recovery after an active party.

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Advice 4. What not to do during a feast

1. Mix alcoholic drinks together.
2. Drink alcohol with carbonated sweet drinks or juices.
3. Pair strong drinks with coffee, energy drinks, chocolate, grilled meats, desserts, and savory foods with lots of spices to minimize effects on the heart and liver as much as possible.

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Advice 5. What to do about nausea and vomiting

So, the holiday is over, and the morning (or evening) of the first of January greets you unhappily. Nausea or vomiting Vomiting after a holiday is the first sign that you overdid it with alcohol the day before.

Say goodbye to ethanol residues once and for all in the old folk way – cleansing the stomach. The sooner you do this, the sooner recovery will begin. If alcohol does not want to go out on its own, it needs help – diluted potassium permanganate, warm water, or ginger decoction. It is important to remember: cleansing the stomach is not weakness and the transfer of products, but first aid. The main thing at the holiday was joy and fun, not food and alcohol.

Next we take sorbents: activated carbon, black or white, “Polifepan”, “Polysorb”, “Filtrum” or “Smecta”. Remember that sorbents, having taken away everything unnecessary, should quickly leave the body in a natural way.

The first meal after such an attack on the body is possible only when it really sucks in the stomach. Before this signal, you should not torment the stomach and liver.

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Tip 6. Restoring vitamin and mineral balance

All folk recipes are at hand here – pickles, sauerkraut, light soups, broths, freshly squeezed juices, pickled apples. Fermented milk products, mineral water are good. That is, all fermented foods are suitable for us, but not marinades.

Antioxidants help eliminate free radicals: green tea with honey, berries, spinach, carrots, nuts and seeds.

Herbal extracts also help: red ginseng, ginger, especially in combination with brown sugar and mandarin extract, borage oil and eleutherococcus extract.

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Tip 7. What to do with a headache

First of all drink water, plenty of water – we need to make the blood more liquid, not viscous. If there is no mineral water, add a couple of drops of lemon to clean water. Then you can take anti-hangover drugs, effervescent is best – they will be absorbed into the blood faster. Some doctors do not recommend paracetamol, citramon and aspirin – at this moment they are harmful to the liver and stomach.

Headache is also a sign of lack of glucose in the body. A good healthy breakfast of porridge, chicken, steamed fish, baked vegetables with sweet tea with honey is the first step to saturating the body with glucose.

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Tip 8: Get yourself in order

To cope with depression, you need to move a little. Light exercise, cosmetic, but not general cleaning around the house, a walk in the fresh air – this is the maximum that your body should be encouraged to do.

If it slowly returns to normal, then spicy low-fat chicken broth, combined hodgepodge, pickle, cold boiled meat, Caucasian khash, fish dishes, aspic will suit you. All this is very careful about the tormented walls of the stomach and saturates the body.

It is good to take a contrast shower, which will relieve swelling and help the skin to remove decay products. After you can drink green tea with mint and lemon, cocoa, a glass of warm milk. Of the medicines, “Glycine”, “Novo-Passit”, infusions of St. John’s wort and motherwort are suitable.

And most importantly, go to bed as early as possible.

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Advice 9. What not to do with a hangover

1. “Hangover glass”. Don’t settle for it for any of the world’s treasures.
2. Seriously stress the body – fitness, running, swimming, sex, going to the bath, taking a hot bath. None of this is useful in the recovery process of the body after alcohol, no matter how much you want.
3. Take the following medicines: paracetamol, aspirin, corvalol, valocordin, valocerdin. Paracetamol will destroy the liver, aspirin will destroy the already damaged gastric mucosa, the rest of the drugs contain phenobarbital, which is incompatible with alcohol. The consequences can be the saddest, up to coma.
4. Eat heavy, fatty foods and desserts – your exhausted liver won’t forgive you.
5. Drink coffee. It causes an additional load on the heart, which must be preserved.

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Advice 10. How to deal with a hangover in Yamal

There were not so many carbohydrates in the North, from which the Nenets or Khanty could drive alcohol in large quantities. Most often, addiction to alcohol was explained by the influence of sheva – a spirit that penetrates a person, demanding wine and causing all sorts of painful conditions. Therefore, northerners have no special schemes to combat a hangover, except for symptomatic treatment and expulsion of the spirit that has settled in the body.

First aid for a hangover consisted of taking a decoction of a club moss, which causes severe vomiting – this, as we already know, is very useful for intoxication. Deer blood has always been the most valuable source of trace elements for reindeer herders, but this delicacy can hardly be found on sale now.

If you turn to the present, you can rely on your local products. A source of vitamin C can serve as cranberry and lingonberry juice without sugar. Antioxidants will be any berries that you stocked up in the summer, best of all – frozen.

Yagel has antioxidant properties and can help the liver to recover. Together with it, Irish moss in decoctions or dry form can be used to restore the supply of vitamins and trace elements.