Easing a hangover

A night on the town with good company and plenty to drink can be good fun – until we wake up the following morning A night on the town with good company and plenty to drink can be good fun – until we wake up the following morning with an awful hangover.

The fact that you feel so terrible is, of course, your body’s way of telling you not to abuse it in this way. Whether or not you listen is up to you, but in the meantime at least you can use some gentle natural remedies to get you back to your best. Water Therapy Excessive alcohol consumption speeds up the production of urine as your body tries to expel toxins, leaving you feeling thirsty and dry-mouthed.

The resulting dehydration causes headaches, insomnia, irritability and depression. herbal remedies can combat these symptoms but the easiest way to avoid a hangover is to drink alcohol moderately.

Bananas

High in potassium, a banana for breakfast can help to top up your depleted reserves.

Salt and Vinegar Crisps

A packet of salt and vinegar crisps will help ease nausea.