What to drink after drinking alcohol to sober up
Nov 11, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, drinking honey water, kudzu root water, mung bean soup, yogurt, or lemon juice after consuming alcohol may help alleviate its effects. Although these beverages can assist in reducing the effects of alcohol, they cannot completely eliminate the damage alcohol causes to the body. It is also advisable to avoid excessive consumption of these drinks in a short period of time, in order to prevent additional strain on the gastrointestinal system. It is recommended to drink alcohol in moderation in daily life and avoid excessive drinking, which can have serious negative impacts on health.
Generally, after drinking alcohol, one can consume honey water, kudzu root water, mung bean soup, yogurt, lemon juice, and similar beverages to help alleviate the effects of alcohol.
1. Honey Water: Honey can promote the breakdown and absorption of alcohol and relieve headaches caused by drinking. The water used to mix honey should not be too hot to avoid damaging the nutritional components in the honey.
2. Kudzu Root Water: Puerarin, a component of kudzu root, has effects of counteracting alcohol toxicity and invigorating the spleen and stomach. It can alleviate damage caused by alcohol to the liver and gastrointestinal tract and accelerate alcohol metabolism and elimination.
3. Mung Bean Soup: Mung beans have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying the body. Drinking an appropriate amount of mung bean soup after alcohol consumption can promote the elimination of alcohol, reduce harm caused by alcohol, and relieve post-drinking sensations of heat and discomfort.
4. Yogurt: Lactobacillus in yogurt can protect the gastric mucosa and delay alcohol absorption. Meanwhile, the protein in yogurt can supply energy needed by the body and alleviate discomfort after drinking.
5. Lemon Juice: Rich in vitamin C, lemon juice can accelerate alcohol metabolism and relieve discomfort such as dry mouth and thirst after drinking.
Although drinking these beverages can help alleviate the effects of alcohol, they cannot completely eliminate the damage alcohol causes to the body. It is also important to avoid consuming large amounts of these beverages in a short time to prevent additional burden on the gastrointestinal system. It is recommended to drink alcohol in moderation in daily life and avoid excessive drinking, which can seriously affect health.
