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to: alt.alcohol,alt.folklore.herbs
from: Jan Flora
date: 2008-05-20 10:36:10
subject: Re: Homespun hangover remedy(s)

In article 
,
 Billy  wrote:

> In article ,
>  Patok  wrote:
> 
> > jimbeaux wrote:
> > >  > shaz likd wrote:
> > >> Okay, for many of you out there, you're probably tearing
your hair out
> > >> trying to find the best hangover cure......or at least
something that
> > >> eases the symptoms.
> > > 
> > > I found an article online that explains what causes hangovers. It says
> > > 
> > > "Although there is no precise definition, most
researchers agree that
> > > a hangover consists of a spectrum of common symptoms, such as
> > > headache, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, cognitive impairment, and an
> > > overall poor sense of well-being. These symptoms are caused by
> > > alcohol's numerous physiological effects on the body:
> > > 
> > [good article snipped]
> > 
> > What I found worked for me in the past, (because I don't drink in such a 
> > way as to have hangovers any more) is to have the following, on the next 
> > morning:
> > 
> > Strong hot black tea (very strong, to the point where you can't see the 
> > bottom of the cup), sweetened quite generously - to the level of Coke or 
> > even sweeter - with real sweetener - sugar or honey - like three 
> > teaspoons per cup. Add to that a large lemon piece (a quarter to 1/3 of 
> > a lemon per cup), and have at least two or three cups of the stuff - 
> > eating the lemon pieces in the process (rind included). Worked like a 
> > charm for me. Stopped the nausea and headache, and restored appetite for 
> > breakfast.
> 
> Niacin is a limiting component of alcholdehydrogenase which 
> metabolizes ethanol out of your system, and milk thistle, before, 
> during, or after, would be helpful.
> 
> I haven't tried it but a banana shake, sweetened with honey is 
> recommended and sounds good to.
> http://holisticonline.com/Herbal-Med/articles/hol_herb-art_bananas-are-n
> ot-just-for-monkeys.htm>

My chiropractor (a fan of micro brews) says hangovers are caused by 
Vitamin B-complex depletion and dehydration. Drink lots of water & take 
your vitamins. Remember to eat before or while you drink.

   Jan
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