Hangovers suck! People have been experiencing hangovers for thousands of years and have come up with some pretty interesting hangover remedies. Most of these tricks to cure hangovers do nothing to help, and some can even make things worse. We will address some of the most common hangover myths to help you save time and frustration.
Hangover Myth: “Hair of the dog that bit you”
This hangover cure is extremely popular among college students, possibly because it gives them an excuse to day drink(if you actually need a reason). The idea behind this hangover myth is that by drinking a beer or two or ten the next morning will help you cope with a hangover. While alcohol WILL help numb your senses from the pain of a hangover, you are really just setting yourself up for even more pain to come. Prolonged alcohol consumption will only further deplete your body of the resources it needs to survive.
Hangover Myth: “Take some Tylenol”
If you are unfortunate enough to have class, or work, the next day then consuming more alcohol is generally out of the question. In search of a hangover quick-fix many people turn to popping pills such as Tylenol to ease the pain. However, Tylenol (Acetaminophen) is harsh on your liver, and when combined with the alcohol in your system can lead to severe problems, including death.
Hangover Tip: Over-the-counter pills can be just as dangerous as other drugs, especially when mixed with alcohol
Hangover Myth: “Drinking coffee to energize yourself through the hangover”
While drinking some coffee to pick yourself up may seem like a good idea, it in fact will only prolong the pain of your hangover. Like alcohol, coffee is a diuretic and will dehydrate your body even more leading to a worse hangover. The caffeine you are hoping will perk you up will only make you more jittery and nauseous.
