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Before you start - There are many ways to prepare for a hangover, and you can do it before even starting to drink.
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The rebound effect - A lot of disturbance is caused by the "rebound effect," which disturbs you when you sleep. It's caused by the body returning to a normal state after processing the alcohol.
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Disturbed during sleep - This makes you more sensitive to light coming through the window, or loud noises, waking you from your important sleep.
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Preparing the bed - Preparing your bed and living space is a great way to ensure you have a good rest after drinking.
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Cool room temperature - A cool room temperature (60 to 68°F, or 15 to 20°C) can help you avoid getting clammy and muggy while you sleep.
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Other ways to sleep well - Blackout curtains or a sleeping mask can prevent light from disturbing you while you sleep. A good sleeping pattern is also very important for that post-drinking slumber.
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A balanced meal - Eating a balanced meal is very important, especially before having a few drinks.
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Protein and carbs - A slow-burning meal with plenty of protein and carbohydrates can introduce alcohol into your body at a slower pace.
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Red meat - That means your body can process the alcohol without working too hard. Red meat comes recommended by some medical professionals.
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Preparing while you're out - Believe it or not, there are also ways to prepare for a hangover while you're out having fun.
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Hydrating while you're out - Drinking alcohol dehydrates the body and ultimately gives you that painful headache. So, here's how to prepare while you're out.
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Drink water - Bet you've heard this one before. Of course, the best solution to hydrate yourself is drinking water.
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How much to drink and when - The tricky part is knowing how much to drink and when. It's recommended that you drink a glass of water after every alcoholic drink.
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Avoid vodka - This helps fill you up, so you don't drink even more. It's best to avoid dehydrating drinks like vodka, energy drinks, and coffee.
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To be a party pooper - Sorry to be a party pooper, but cutting the night short is another great way to avoid hangover hysteria.
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Get 'em in early - Experts have recommended more at the beginning of the night, as opposed to the end. That's right, pre-drinking is medically approved—sort of.
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When to stop - The idea is to cut the night short so all the alcohol that you've drank can be metabolized. That allows for a good rest. Try to stop drinking four hours before you go to bed.
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Preparing while you're in - Once you've stumbled in after a night out, there are still ways to prepare for a hangover.
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Medication - Taking medication can help combat a hangover. However, it's best to be smart about what you put in your body after a night out.
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Ibuprofen - Some professionals recommend a small dose of Ibuprofen when you get home. However, you might want to avoid Tylenol.
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The harms of Tylenol - Acetaminophen-based medicines like Tylenol can cause harm to your liver, especially when mixed with alcohol.
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Eat before sleep - You already know to eat a balanced meal before heading out, but it's also important to eat before going to bed.
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Vitamins and nutrients - The aim is to avoid indigestion, and to get the vitamins and nutrients you need to process the alcohol with no problems.
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High in fiber - Best to start with foods that are high in fiber, such as fruits and veggies. Although fiber can slow the processing of alcohol, it should give you a nice settled stomach.
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Honey - Honey also comes highly recommended. Even a spoonful can help you get that blood sugar back.
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What else to take - As it's been previously noted, getting those vitamins and nutrients is very important when avoiding a hangover.
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B vitamins - Multivitamins can do the job, however, your body loses B vitamins when drinking alcohol. A B vitamin supplement could go a long way.
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What to pick - You could also benefit from taking thiamine, folic acid, and magnesium sulfate.
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Pedialyte - Pedialyte, an electrolyte solution, can help with combating dehydration.
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That's all folks
- Those are some of the best tips to avoid a hangover. While you're here, why not find out more about healthy sleeping habits?
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Here's how to avoid a hangover, according to the experts
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We've all been there, unless you're underage or just don't drink. That hangover always comes around eventually, after weddings, nights out, or even a fancy dinner gone awry. Most drinkers get hangovers, and somehow live to tell the tale every time. However, there's many ways to avoid getting a hangover in the first place. Sure you can down water, but there's other smart ways to stay healthy after hedonism. Click on for the expert guide to avoiding a hangover.
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