What should you drink after sobering up from alcohol?
Disease description:
My boyfriend often has to drink alcohol at night due to work requirements, but his tolerance for alcohol is poor. I'd like to ask, after sobering up from drinking, what should he drink to help protect his stomach?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
After sobering up, the body may still be in a recovery state, especially the liver and stomach, which have endured significant stress during alcohol metabolism. Below are some recommendations:
1. Warm water: Drinking a cup of warm water can help replenish fluids lost due to alcohol's diuretic effect and also alleviate dry mouth and throat.
2. Light salt water: Adding a small amount of table salt to warm water to make a light saline solution can help balance the body's electrolytes and relieve dehydration symptoms caused by alcohol.
3. Honey water: Honey contains a special type of fructose that can promote the breakdown and absorption of alcohol, reduce headache symptoms, and accelerate the removal of alcohol from the bloodstream. Honey may also help calm the nervous system and improve sleep, thereby relieving post-drinking discomfort.
4. Fresh fruit juice: Such as grape juice or watermelon juice, these juices are rich in vitamins and minerals, helping to replenish nutrients the body needs and also alleviating discomfort after drinking.
Although these beverages can help ease hangover symptoms, they cannot completely eliminate the damage alcohol causes to the body. If severe discomfort or symptoms of alcohol poisoning occur, seek medical attention promptly.
