The Truth About Hangover Cures

[miniace]

Hmm ..festive times coming and here are Myths and Facts about hangover cures

Myths about hangovers are as varied and as fanciful as the cocktails that cause the dreaded syndrome. From eating pasta at bedtime to popping prickly pear pills, the list of supposed hangover cures warrants a closer look. Learn what works – and what hurts

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http://www.webmd.com/balance/slideshow-hangover-myths

MYTH #1: Hangovers Are No Big Deal

MYTH #2: Hangovers Are Gender-Blind

MYTH #3: Only Bingers Get Hangovers

MYTH #4: Wine is the Gentlest Choice

MYTH #5: Diet Cocktails Are a Safe Bet

MYTH #6: Liquor Before Beer, Never Fear

MYTH #7: Eat Pasta Before Bed

MYTH #7: Alcohol Helps You Sleep Well

MYTH #8: A Wake-Up Cocktail is the Cure

MYTH #9: Coffee is the Cure

MYTH#10: Herbal Remedies Can Help

NO MYTH: Alcohol Poisoning

MINIACE

[SeanD]

Just drink about a litre of water (or preferably more) before you go to sleep...haven't had a hangover in many years after I discovered this trick. Also, eat bananas if you can (good source of potassium, the lack of which also causes hangovers.)

Bye bye hangovers.

[miniace]

Hmm try this to trick the Cop breathalyse check (not the breathalyser test).Don’t consume water after booze and after meal before driving. Go home and drink. Water exacerbates the bad alcohol whiff.

Smell of Mint/cardamom/ menthol/clove is an automatic selection for breathalyzer checks.

MINIACE

[MasterDon]

Smell of Mint/cardamom/ menthol/clove is an automatic selection for breathalyzer checks.

MINIACE

i've heard of people who keep a tube of toothpaste in the car...and then eats some when the cops stop them...does that work?

[MasterDon]

MYTH: Hangovers Are Gender-Blind

FACT: Use caution when enjoying those free drinks on Ladies’ Night. Given the same drinks, women are more likely to be slammed with the effects of alcohol than men. Scientists say there’s good reason for this. Men have a higher percentage of water in their bodies, which helps dilute the alcohol they consume. When women drink the same amount, more alcohol builds up in the bloodstream.

that's true...i've seen women get wasted after only drowning only a couple of glasses of what the guys are having

Research suggests that consumption of fruits, fruit juices, or other sugar-containing liquids can decrease hangover intensity.

Edited December 24, 2008 by HelRazor

[Pericles]

Research suggests that consumption of fruits, fruit juices, or other sugar-containing liquids can decrease hangover intensity.

Is that the scientific reason for having vodka with orange juice?

[MasterDon]

Is that the scientific reason for having vodka with orange juice?

err...i don't know...it was in the website miniace found...http://www.webmd.com/balance/slideshow-hangover-myths

[JadeyBlitzen]

a friend of mine used to drink fresh milk before a night out claiming it would prevent hangovers. i think carbohydrates (bread or something with flour) helps. but it would have a big effect on how fast u get drunk though.

my best cure so far is taking a shower before going to bed. but my dad keeps telling me that my liver could explode when i take a shower rite after drinking. but i'd take my chances

and he says panadol helps. has anybody tried that?

[maersk]

and he says panadol helps. has anybody tried that?

Sure it does