Party season is in full swing, but nothing kills the festive cheers like a long, painful hangover.
But one US pharmacist shared a hangover “cure” that she claims is “100% effective.”
Ali, a board-certified physician in Los Angeles, reveals that she takes vitamin B complex, magnesium, and folic acid supplements along with electrolyte drinks, which are “most effective alone” in overcoming a terrible morning after symptoms. It is claimed that it is a method of
Describing the formulation as an “oral version of an IV infusion bag,” Ali said it helps relieve dehydration and replenish electrolytes.
Her tips have since gone viral on TikTok, with many sharing follow-up videos of their successes. Does that really work? There’s a scientific reason why it’s so effective, according to Australian experts.
Will this viral hangover be “cured”?
Social media users have gone wild with Ali’s tips, with one Australian user saying, “Those who die slowly from hangovers should take notes.”
After buying all the items I needed, TikTok user @brokebutmakeitboujee said:
“They’re all very cheap. Probably the most expensive one is Hydralyte, but it’s worth not dying at a Christmas party,” she said.
Sally O’Neill, a clinical dietitian who recently launched the health coaching platform @status.8020, told news.com.au she hasn’t actually tried the “hack”, but why it “makes sense.” explained.
“It makes sense, both theoretically and anecdotally, that it can help relieve a hangover,” she said.
“Depending on the dose and purity of the supplements taken (no viral ‘cure’ mentioned), some people may find it slightly less effective, while others may find it very effective.
But she cautioned that the doses given in hospital IV bags “are often much higher than the recommended amount on the label of over-the-counter vitamins,” which can also affect results. There is
Why is it effective?
“Currently the studyHangover remedies that show a positive effect are those that inhibit the acceleration of alcohol metabolism,” Sully said.
“B vitamins are essential enzymes used in the process of turning carbohydrates and alcohol into energy. increase.
“Electrolytes (such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium) in therapy may improve deficient symptoms, but there is no evidence that a single drink of alcohol can cause electrolyte deficiencies or imbalances. No. No vomiting or diarrhea.
“In this case, electrolytes may help.”
How to follow the hangover ‘cure’
While there is scientific research backing up the ant hangover “cure,” Sally pointed out that no one has advised the best process for using it.
“There is no clinical evidence to show that taking B vitamins for morning and evening hangovers makes a significant difference. That means you can take them whenever it’s convenient for you,” she said.
“Avoid caffeine for at least one hour after taking the supplement, as it can interfere with efficient absorption of the vitamin.”
Sally also warned anyone wanting to try it out this silly season to be careful about the quality of the products they buy.
“Not all ‘vitamin B complexes’ contain the same B vitamins or proportions,” she said.
“B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), folic acid, B6 and B12 all play important roles in brain and nervous system function and could possibly be beneficial in this case.”
However, electrolytes can be taken even after loss has occurred. In other words, after drinking, there is no problem.
“Remember – the only reliable hangover cure is to limit your alcohol intake in the first place,” she said.
Testing
Of course, news.com.au couldn’t talk about a hangover cure without testing it themselves.
I decided to take a B-complex and folic acid the morning of the event, followed by an electrolyte drink and a magnesium supplement when I got home after the party.
The next morning, while I was fast asleep, I was pleasantly surprised. It also saved my bank balance and waistline, with no other nasty symptoms like headaches or cravings for junk food.
What is a hangover?
Hangovers “cause” alcohol and its effects on the brain, Sully said.
“We don’t really know the specific mechanism of action, but we have some ideas.
“Ethanol, which the body recognizes as a toxin, causes damage to neurons in the brain and triggers a dysregulated inflammatory response.
“Headaches and other nice hangover symptoms can be (partly) caused by this inflammatory and oxidative stress damage inflicted on the brain and other tissues.
“This can impair energy metabolism.”
Sally, who also runs the Instagram page @TheFitFoodieBlog, explained that another chemical found in some booze can also “worse” a hangover.
Sally, who also runs the Instagram page @TheFitFoodieBlog, explained that another chemical found in some booze can also “worse” a hangover.
“Congeners, which are chemicals found in some alcohols, could be another factor,” she said.
“It’s found in dark liqueurs such as whiskey, rum and brandy, as well as in red wine.” It seems that.
