Hung-over? Try these 5 easy and natural home-remedies
It's the year-end, which mainly implies two things: Christmas festivities and the new year celebrations. And for some, celebrations are synonymous with drinking. However, the hangover part of it all isn't that fun. In fact, hangovers can be frustratingly bad, given the annoying hotchpotch of nausea, headache, stomach-ache, and lethargy that comes with them. So, here are 5 easy home-remedies to help cure hangover.
Staying hydrated is more important than you think
One of the major reasons for hangovers is alcohol-induced dehydration. That's why it is recommended to take a glass or two of water in between those pints and shots, and also the next morning if you get up with a hangover. However, water alone can't help if it's a particularly bad hangover, so you can always give a try to the following home-remedies.
Ginger works wonders against hangover symptoms like nausea
A time-tested cure for seasickness and nausea, ginger is yet another miracle remedy to help you reduce hangover symptoms. In addition, ginger is also good for improving digestion, thus relieving you of stomach-ache and feelings of uneasiness. So, make yourself some ginger tea. Or cut a few slices out of ginger root, add in boiling water, and drink, in order to feel better.
Honey is packed with potassium and antioxidants
The Royal Society of Chemistry labels honey as an ideal way of dealing with hangovers, not for nothing. Rich in potassium, antioxidants, digestive enzymes, and antibacterial properties, honey makes for a foolproof way of getting over mild to severe hangovers. Gulp down some raw honey, or spread over your morning toast. One can also make a refreshingly good lemon-honey-water syrup to get relief.
A powerhouse of all essential electrolytes, Coconut-water is refreshingly good
Alcohol intake makes you lose essential electrolytes by way of urination, thus depleting your energy, and giving way to hangovers. That's exactly when coconut water comes into the scene as it contains five major electrolytes found in our body viz. potassium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorous, and calcium, and is great for re-hydration. Also, unlike most energy/sport drinks, it is considerably low in sugar.
Potassium-loaded Bananas to the rescue!
A crazy party night with no dearth of alcohol, and obviously, frequent trips to the bathroom can drain your body of its potassium-content. That's why bananas make for a great cure for getting over hangovers, as they are naturally rich in potassium, and help restore your potassium levels. And the best part is that there's no effort involved. Just peel one and eat away.
