Like many people, I occasionally enjoy a night out with my husband or friends that includes a few extra beverages. In years past I would rely on an ibuprofen in the morning to help me feel better, but when I stopped using over the counter pain killers I noticed the mornings after my nights out were sometimes a bit more difficult. As those of you with kids understand, a day spent in bed is no longer an option!
Through trial and error, this is how I prevent any and all hangover symptoms. What follows is what works for my body and metabolism. Play around with different supplements to see what works for you. I hope this will be a good starting off point.
- An hour or two before going out, I have a healthy snack with carbs and protein, like an apple with peanut butter.
- At the same time I take 500 mg of vitamin C and 1 capsule Garden of Live Raw B Complex.
- Just before leaving home I drink a glass of water, and take a bottle to sip on during the drive.
- I graze while drinking, not too much food, but I try not to have an empty stomach.
- I pace myself and don’t go overboard with the alcohol. You know what this is for your body.
- When I get home I have another vitamin C and a glass of water with 1/2 a lemon.
- Right before bed I have some more water and take 1 or two capsules activated charcoal supplement.
- I keep a glass of lemon water at my bedside for a middle of the night re-hydration.
That’s it! It may seem like a lot to keep track of, but it’s pretty simple once you get used to it. When I do all (or even most) of these things I always wake up feeling great the next day.
I hope this helps! Happy Holidays!
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