What to drink after consuming alcohol to alleviate its effects
Disease description:
I met with friends at noon and had some alcohol, but I have other things to do in the afternoon and would like to sober up quickly. May I ask what one can drink after consuming alcohol to help alleviate its effects?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Methods for alleviating the effects of alcohol after drinking include:
1. Honey water: Honey water is rich in fructose and glucose, which can accelerate alcohol breakdown, promote alcohol metabolism, improve sleep, and relieve headaches.
2. Milk or yogurt: The proteins and carbohydrates in milk and yogurt form a protective layer on the surface of the gastric mucosa, reducing alcohol absorption and alleviating symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
3. Freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juice: Such as watermelon juice, sugarcane juice, and grapefruit juice, which are rich in vitamin C and fructose, helping to promote blood circulation and assist the liver in metabolizing alcohol.
4. Warm water: Enhances blood circulation, promotes alcohol breakdown and metabolism, dilutes alcohol concentration, and protects the liver.
5. Antidotal medications: For individuals experiencing severe symptoms of intoxication, alcohol-metabolizing medications such as metadoxine or naloxone may be used under medical supervision to accelerate alcohol metabolism.
