[S1 E49] Healthier Holidays: Here's everything you need to hack your hangover!
Welcome to today’s topic that's not only relevant to the times but is a shared experience for many—hangovers.
Now, I touched upon this in a previous episode about alcohol, but today, we're dedicating the entire episode to unraveling the mysteries of hangovers and, more importantly, how to navigate through them.
You know, whether you're a seasoned drinker or someone who occasionally indulges, chances are you've had a run-in with a hangover at least once. But fear not, because today, I've got a wealth of knowledge to share with you. I'll be breaking down the science behind hangovers, and exploring why they happen in the first place. As always, understanding the 'why' empowers us to make informed decisions about our well-being.
But this isn't just about the problem; it's about solutions. I'll be providing you with practical tips and advice to not only prevent hangovers but also make them more manageable when they do occur. Stick around till the end, because I've got some pro tips that might just change the game for you!
In today’s episode, we cover:
[00:13:04] What causes a hangover?
[00:16:15] The connection between hormones and alcohol
[00:18:55] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: dehydration and electrolyte depletion
[00:25:07] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: gastrointestinal irritation
[00:26:45] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: low blood sugar
[00:30:20] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: poor quality sleep
[00:35:53] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: vasodilation and the inflammatory response of alcohol
[00:39:34] Symptoms of a hangover and what they mean: micro-withdrawal symptoms
[00:42:20] Top tips for managing the hangover and getting over it
[00:53:44] Why you should avoid NSAIDs when you’re consuming alcohol
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Hangovers happen to everybody. It's the human body's reaction to consuming poison aka alcohol.
When you are consuming excess amounts of alcohol aka more than one drink make sure that you follow up or space it out or start the day with a very specific higher concentration balanced electrolyte supplement that includes sodium, potassium, magnesium, and sometimes chloride and calcium.
Your body is going to spike blood sugar no matter what, but you can manage it better through well-rounded meals that have no less than 20 grams of protein, 10 to 20 grams of good-quality fats, and 20 to 45 grams of good-quality carbs.
It's important to know that alcohol absolutely can impact your mood in a way that is non-ideal.
If I know I'm going to drink in the afternoon or evening, I always have an electrolyte-balanced beverage.
Sticking away from dark booze is probably one of the best pro tips if you're going to drink.
Be that person that is all up in the mid-shelf and top-shelf liquors. Don't go to that bottom shelf. I know it's cheaper but don't go utility on your liquor anymore. Be picky.
If possible, don't. take painkillers for your hangovers. I know that it's sort of seemingly easier but it's worse on your body and it's way harder on your organs.
