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Home LivingWellnessExpert reveals 6 foods that will help combat the Christmas hangoverLooking forward to a Christmas drink but want to avoid a sore head the next day? We’ve got the answerWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
Looking forward to a Christmas drink but want to avoid a sore head the next day? We’ve got the answer
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
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Without a doubt, the festive season is the busiest time of the year. From family get-togethers to work parties, Christmas is about spending time with loved ones. However, if you’re like me, the festive food and drinks are pretty important as well…
We’ve already covered the5 tips for eating mindfully and guilt-free at Christmas, but what happens when it comes to drinking? We spoke to nutrition expert, Kyle Crowley atProtein Works, who has shared the best foods that help avoid a dreaded hangover. We know, you’re welcome.
Before we begin, make sure you check out our recommendedalcohol-free drinksif steering clear of the booze this Christmas!
1. Eggs
Eggs are one of the best foods to consume before a night out drinking as they are full of vitamin B, which is valuable in protecting your liver, as well as the amino acid cysteine helping to rid your body of toxins.
They’re also packed full of protein, so are a fantastic food to help keep the munchies at bay and avoid waking up next to a greasy half-eaten kebab.
2. Salmon
Salmon’s high-protein and healthy fats make for a great pre-drinking food. In particular, the fat helps slow the rate at which food leaves your stomach, which slows the rate of alcohol absorption into your blood. This means you won’t feel like death in the morning.
3. Oats
Oats are a great source of fibre and protein, which help make you feel fuller for longer and line your stomach before drinking. Many studies have also shown that oats can help improve liver function and protect against alcohol-induced liver damage.
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4. Bananas
When we drink, naturally, we need to use the bathroom more frequently. However, once the seal is broken, we risk ridding ourselves of important sodium and potassium electrolytes which help keep our body hydrated.
5. Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are not only another great source of potassium, which will help keep your body more hydrated throughout the night, but are also high in complex carbohydrates. This will help slow digestion and reduce the effects of alcohol on the body.
6. Protein
Consuming a high-protein meal or even a protein shake before drinking can be beneficial in helping ensure you are well-nourished. Just like the effects of eggs and salmon, a meal rich in protein helps curb hunger and consequently slow down the absorption of alcohol in your bloodstream. This can help minimise the severity of a hangover the next day.
While having a festive drink can be a nice way to celebrate the holiday with family and friends, Protein Works also wants to remind people not to feel pressured to consume alcohol during Christmas if they don’t want to.
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