It has been estimated that 25 to 30 percent of the general population is impervious to hangovers. What this means is that around one in four lucky people don’t know how the rest of us feel after a big night out. Why this is so is a medical mystery. But medicine has found ways for those of us who are susceptible to the effects of a hangover to treat it and lessen its severity, leaving us with the ability to get on with the rest of our day.
What constitutes a hangover?
Those of us who should know better know that a hangover isn’t exactly subtle. The most obvious symptom is a throbbing headache, which in addition to being unpleasant makes it difficult to carry out simple daily tasks. Some people are also prone to vomiting, shaky hands, and a general feeling of lethargy.
But one symptom that few tend to associate with a hangover is an inhibited ability to function cognitively. Those of us who have tried going to work or school after a night of drinking will testify that their ability to make decisions and absorb information is restricted. All of these symptoms are due to your body coming to terms with the fact that the alcohol in your system is slowly leaving it, releasing an unhealthy dose of toxins in its wake.
Is there a cure?
Unfortunately not. Once the hangover has taken hold of you, your only option is to toughen up and ride it out. However, I have compiled a list of natural treatments you can take while you are still intoxicated to help prevent a hangover from occurring. So you can join that lucky quarter of the population who have no idea what it’s like to ruin their day by drinking too much.
The first and most effective supplement you can take for a hangover is called L-Methionine. When taken, L-methionine binds with alcohol to produce citric acid (harmless, found in fruit!). This is great, because it helps your body filter alcohol out of your system. Just remember to take it while you’re still intoxicated. Taking it the next day will have no effect!
Of course that’s not all. There are a number of other supplements you can take to fix a hangover – each one will bring you closer to that lucky 25% of the population who never experience this unpleasant feeling!