

What really helps with hangovers?
8 snips Dec 3, 2024
Dr. Sally Adams, an alcohol researcher and associate professor at the University of Birmingham, dives into the science of hangovers and their remedies. She discusses the physiological processes behind hangovers, challenges in researching them, and evaluates popular hangover relief products. Dr. Adams debunks various myths around commercial solutions and highlights promising science-backed approaches to alleviate symptoms, including a novel probiotic designed to combat hangover effects. Prepare to rethink your post-party recovery!
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Hangovers: More Than Dehydration
- A hangover is a mix of mental and physical symptoms after drinking, when blood alcohol is near zero.
- It's not just dehydration, but a complex bodily response.
The Body's Hangover Processes
- The body converts alcohol into toxic acetaldehyde, causing nausea.
- Alcohol affects neurotransmitters like GABA, leading to mood changes and poor sleep.
Ethics of Alcohol Studies
- Madeleine Finlay questions the ethical implications of alcohol research.
- Sally Adams explains they only involve existing drinkers.