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 probably family conflicts.
Although unpleasant, hangover symptoms usually go away on their own, but can last up to 24 hours. For this reason, we propose natural and healthy drinks that can improve 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 alcohol and other toxins.
Ingredients
- 2 carrots
- Juice of 1 orange
- ½ glass of water (100 ml)
Preparation and mode of consumption
- First, peel and chop the carrots into small cubes.
- Next, add the chopped carrot to the blender and process it along with the orange juice and half a glass of water.
- Make sure you get a homogeneous drink without lumps.
- After preparing it, serve the juice and consume immediately.
- In a few hours you will start to feel better.
2. Lemonade with cayenne pepper
The classic recipe of lemon juice with water can help restore the pH of the stomach and also detoxify the blood.
In this case, we propose enhancing its effects with a little cayenne pepper, which serves to improve metabolism.
Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 glass of warm water (200 ml)
- 1 pinch of cayenne pepper
Preparation and mode of 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.
- Drink the drink in the morning, when you feel the first sign of a hangover.
3. Almond milk, ginger and cardamom smoothie.
The ingredients that we combine in this natural smoothie are ideal for restoring health when a hangover causes stomach pains, dizziness and tension headaches.
Ingredients
- 1 glass of almond milk (200 ml)
- ½ teaspoon grated ginger (2 g)
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon powder (1 g)
- ½ teaspoon cardamom (2 g)
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup (20 g)
Preparation and mode of consumption
- First, pour the almond milk into the blender and process it with the other ingredients.
- Blend until you obtain a homogeneous drink.
- Then, transfer to a pot and heat for a few minutes.
- Drink a 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 against gastric irritation caused by excessive alcohol consumption.
Its properties neutralize excess acidity and, additionally, help rehydrate the body to quench 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 mode of consumption
- First boil the water and add the mint leaves, and 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 intake 2 or 3 times a day.
5. Kiwi and strawberry juice
With this healthy drink you will overcome the effects of dehydration that accompanies a hangover.
Its antioxidants protect the liver against 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 mode of 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 get rid of a hangover, it is advisable to increase your water consumption and eat light dinners of high nutritional quality.
