Hangovers: Causes, Symptoms and Relief Strategies

Ah, the dreaded hangover… That unpleasant feeling after overindulging in alcohol the night before. But what exactly causes a hangover, what can you do to minimize or even prevent it from happening, and how can you find post hangover relief?

Causes of Hangovers

Dehydration: Alcohol acts as a diuretic, causing you to urinate more frequently. This can lead to dehydration, which can cause headaches, fatigue, and dizziness.

Acetaldehyde: Alcohol is broken down into a toxic substance called acetaldehyde. This metabolite can cause nausea, vomiting, and other unpleasant symptoms.

Congeners: These are chemical impurities found in some alcoholic beverages, such as dark-colored liquors, red wine, cognac, brandy, bourbon and tequila that contain high levels of congeners. Congeners can actually contribute to the severity of a hangover.

Inflammation: Alcohol can trigger an inflammatory response in the body, which can lead to aches, pains, headaches, diarrhea, vomiting, ruptured blood vessels and more.

Blood sugar fluctuations: Alcohol can disrupt your blood sugar levels, which can lead to fatigue and irritability.

Sleep disruption: Alcohol can interfere with sleep, making it harder to get a good night’s rest. This can worsen hangover symptoms.

Symptoms of Hangovers

• Headache
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Brain fog
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Thirst
• Dry mouth
• Muscle aches
• Sensitivity to light and sound
• Stomach upset
• Diarrhea 
• Vomiting
• And More!

Relieving Hangovers

Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids, such as purified alkaline water, coconut water, or bone or vegetable broth. This will help to replenish fluids lost through urination and sweating. Especially drinking water before going to sleep when heavy drinking has occurred.

Electrolyte Replenishment: Electrolyte-rich beverages or supplements that include magnesium, potassium and calcium can help to restore electrolytes lost through sweating and urination. Coconut water is one of the best options as it’s loaded with all 3 of these electrolytes.

Rest: Get plenty of sleep to allow your body to recover.

Food: Eat bland, easily digestible foods such as toast, crackers, or soup. This will help to settle your stomach.

Pain relievers: Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, can help to alleviate headaches and muscle aches. But they can create adverse side effects, including toxicity to the liver. Cannabidiol (CBD) is a powerful natural anti-inflammatory and is a great alternative for those looking for relief without unwanted side effects associated with traditional pain relievers.

Avoid caffeine: Caffeine can worsen dehydration and inflammation.

Can CBD Help with Hangovers?

There’s emerging evidence suggesting CBD may help alleviate many hangover symptoms. CBD has powerful anti-inflammatory properties, which may help reduce headache and muscle pain. Additionally, CBD may help improve sleep, which can be severely disrupted by alcohol.

• Helps reduce inflammation: Inflammation is thought to play a major role in many of the symptoms of a hangover, such as headache and muscle aches. CBD has powerful anti-inflammatory properties, therefore it makes sense that it can help reduce these symptoms.

• May help improve sleep: Hangovers can often disrupt sleep. CBD has been shown to improve sleep quality, so it may help you get a good night’s sleep after drinking alcohol.

• Helps reduce anxiety: Anxiety is another common symptom of a hangover. CBD has anxiolytic effects, so it may help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.

“Not a big drinker, but even the slightest amount of alcohol can give me a hangover. I found that by drinking Ceeby Dee’s Hangover Recipe before going to bed, I wake up refreshed without the typical hangover side effects. Great product!” ~Lee M.

Here are some additional tips for preventing a hangover:

• Eat a good meal before drinking alcohol.
• Consider taking NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) and Vitamins B1, B6 before your first drink.
• Alternate alcoholic drinks with water or non-alcoholic beverages.
• Avoid sugary drinks, which can worsen hangovers.
• Pace yourself and drink slowly. No more than 2 drinks over a 2-3 hour period.
• Listen to your body and stop drinking if you feel unwell.
• The best way to prevent a hangover is to avoid alcohol altogether. However, if you do choose to drink, moderate your intake and pace yourself. More than two drinks in a 2-3 hour period will typically induce hangover side effects.

Drink a bottle of Ceeby Dee’s Hangover Recipe as your last “shot” of the night!

Ceeby Dee’s Hangover Recipe helps provide immediate relief, as it contains powerful anti-inflammatory ingredients. It’s also great if you have issues with everyday health maintenance whether you consume alcohol or not. The Hangover Shot contains:

• Turmeric Extract
• Black Pepper Extract
• Ginger Extract
• Green Tea Extract
• Curcumin Extract
• Vitamin C

AND, again, since inflammation is the common denominator with hangovers as well as all diseases, Ceeby Dee’s Hangover Recipe will give you the relief you need at the Speed of NOW! 

By following these tips, you can help to prevent or relieve the symptoms of a hangover. However, it is important to remember… 

…The best way to avoid a hangover is to take preventive measures, including drinking alcohol in moderation or avoiding it altogether.

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REFERENCES:

Health Alcoholism

Doctor Hangover Cure

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