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The Science of Alcohol Metabolism: Why Your Body Reacts Differently to Different Drinks

Ever wondered why a standard drink of beer or wine feels different from a shot of whiskey? Or why your friend can sip cocktails all night while you’re woozy after one alcoholic beverage? The answer...

Hangover Prevention for Wine Lovers: Why Some Wines Make You Feel Worse

Ever sipped a glass of wine at a tasting, only to wake up feeling like a grape stomped by a winemaker? You’re not alone. For wine lovers, the joy of a crisp white or bold red can sometimes come wit...

The Effects of Drinking on an Empty Stomach

Drinking on an empty stomach can have major effects on the body’s absorption of alcohol, resulting in faster and more intense effects like intoxication, as well as potentially more severe side effe...

Hair of the Dog and Hangover: Myth or Magic?

Does "Hair of the Dog" Really Cure a Hangover? Let’s be real—waking up with a pounding headache, a queasy stomach, and that “why did I do this” feeling is the worst part of a fun night out. If you...

Why Do Hangovers Get Worse With Age?

One of the more unpleasant hallmarks of aging is waking up with your worst hangovers yet after a night of drinking—sometimes even with moderate alcohol consumption. In some cases, this can even res...

Why Does Alcohol Make Me Bloated?

As fun as it can be to head out for a night on the town, bar hopping with friends—or, for the homebodies among us, to enjoy a quiet night in with a few pals and some drinks—the aftereffects of cons...

Supplements vs. IV Therapy for Hangover Relief

When you’ve had a fun night out with friends and consumed one too many alcoholic beverages, the next day’s hangover symptoms can be bad enough that you might find yourself desperately searching for...

What Are Good Supplements for Hangovers?

There’s no such thing as a foolproof hangover preventative or hangover cure, unless you count refraining entirely from alcohol consumption. But in addition to well-known common sense measures (like...

Are Probiotics Good After Drinking and Hangovers?

You may have heard of probiotic supplementation being touted as a cure for everything from digestive upset to gum disease, so it stands to reason that taking probiotics might also help the body dea...

The Best Foods for Hangovers: What to Eat and What to Avoid

There are no foods that can single-handedly eradicate a hangover. But some foods and drinks are easier than others on the digestive system and can help support your body as it recovers from a night...