A hangover is a set of symptoms that usually occur after consuming too much alcohol.
But it's not just about physical discomfort. Hangovers are also associated with poor performance at work and, possibly, family conflicts.
Although unpleasant, hangover symptoms usually go away on their own, but they can last up to 24 hours. Therefore, we suggest natural and healthy drinks that can improve your metabolism and, consequently, quickly reduce its effects.
1. Carrot and orange juice
Rich in vitamins A and C, and minerals such as potassium and magnesium, this natural juice helps rehydrate your body, while stimulating the elimination of toxins from alcohol and others.
Ingredients
- 2 carrots
- Juice of 1 orange
- ½ glass of water (100 ml)
Preparation and consumption
- First, peel and chop the carrots into small cubes.
- Next, add the chopped carrot to the blender and process it together with the orange juice and half a glass of water.
- Make sure you get a smooth, lump-free drink.
- After preparing it, serve the juice and consume immediately.
- In a few hours you will start to feel better.
2. Cayenne Pepper Lemonade
The classic recipe of lemon juice with water can help restore the stomach's pH and also detoxify the blood.
In this case, we suggest enhancing its effects with a little cayenne pepper, which helps improve metabolism.
Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 glass of warm water (200 ml)
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper
Preparation and consumption
- First, extract the juice from the lemon and dilute it in a glass of warm water.
- Then add a pinch of cayenne pepper
- Mix well.
- Take the drink in the morning, at the first sign of a hangover.
3. Almond milk, ginger and cardamom smoothie.
The ingredients we combine in this natural smoothie are ideal for restoring health when a hangover causes stomach pain, dizziness, and tension headaches.
Ingredients
- 1 glass of almond milk (200 ml)
- ½ teaspoon grated ginger (2 g)
- ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon (1 g)
- ½ teaspoon of cardamom (2 g)
- 1 tablespoon of agave syrup (20 g)
Preparation and consumption
- First, pour the almond milk into the blender and process it with the other ingredients.
- Blend until you get a smooth drink.
- Then, transfer to a pot and heat for a few minutes
- Take the hot drink on an empty stomach
- Remember, wait at least 30 minutes to eat breakfast.
4. Mint and honey infusion
The soothing mint and honey drink is a natural solution for gastric irritation caused by excessive alcohol consumption.
Its properties neutralize excess acidity and, additionally, help rehydrate the body to calm the sensation of thirst.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons of mint leaves (10 g)
- 1 cup of water (250 ml)
- 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g)
Preparation and consumption
- First, boil the water and add the mint leaves, then cover the drink.
- Let it rest for 10 minutes
- Then, strain and add the tablespoon of honey.
- Drink the infusion on an empty stomach when you wake up with a hangover.
- If you consider it necessary, repeat the dose 2 or 3 times a day.
5. Kiwi and strawberry juice
With this healthy drink, you'll overcome the effects of dehydration that accompanies a hangover.
Its antioxidants protect the liver from damage caused by alcohol toxins and, in turn, help stimulate their elimination from the body.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe kiwis
- 6 large strawberries
- ½ glass of water (100 ml)
Preparation and consumption
- First, peel the kiwis, wash the strawberries well and put everything in the blender with half a glass of water to make blending easier.
- Then, process the mixture.
- If you like, add ice to make it more refreshing.
- Drink the freshly prepared juice 30 minutes before breakfast.
In addition to drinking these drinks to cure a hangover, it's a good idea to increase your water intake and eat light, nutritionally-rich dinners.
