It’s happened to the best of us. One minute you’re enjoying a lovely glass (or four) of Cabernet Sauvignon and feeling great… and the next, you’re waking up to fuzzy memories of singing “Sweet Caroline” and suffering a massive headache. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As we all know, the more alcohol you drink, the more likely you are to have a hangover the next day. And it’s not fun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ironically, hangover symptoms<\/a> typically begin when your blood alcohol content drops significantly – at or near zero. Symptoms may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n While there’s no magic formula to completely prevent or cure a hangover once the wheels are set in motion, there are ways to boost your body’s defenses and increase your ability to better weather the storm, so to speak. (Btw, if you happen to be imbibing in California wine country, come visit our new downtown Napa Lounge<\/a>!*)<\/p>\n\n\n\n B12 LOVE Founder & CEO, Dr. Shannon Wood Gallegos ND, shares her top 6 nutrient tips for fending off a hangover<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get Hydrated Before<\/em> You Indulge Detox with Glutathione Not surprisingly, your body is constantly being depleted of glutathione, especially after a big day of drinking. Moreover, dietary glutathione is poorly absorbed by the human body and is very sensitive to cooking and\/or storage conditions. Therefore, the most efficient way to get it is through an IV drip or IM injection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Build Yourself Up with B-Complex Sooth Your Muscles with Magnesium
<\/strong>Dr. Shannon emphasizes the benefits of being well-hydrated<\/a> before you imbibe, especially as the summer weather approaches. “Pre-partying” with an IV vitamin drip<\/a> will help you avoid any potential fatigue, nausea, and headaches the next day. Consider adding on extra hydration for the most protection (Pro-Tip: our ‘Hair of the Dog’ IV comes with extra hydration and anti-nausea medication). Of course, if you can’t squeeze in an IV beforehand, definitely get one afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>A master antioxidant and detoxifier that is naturally produced in the liver, glutathione helps neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress that can damage cells. In fact, studies show that the immune system works best<\/a> if lymphoid cells have a balanced level of glutathione. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>As the building blocks of a healthy body, B vitamins promote optimal energy levels, cognition, and proper nerve function – all of which may be temporarily compromised by alcohol. Additionally, B vitamins have a direct impact on the immune system<\/a>. In one study, the authors suggest that \u201cthere is a need to highlight the importance of vitamin B (complex) because it plays a pivotal role in cell functioning, energy metabolism, and proper immune function.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a role in over 300 enzyme reactions in the human body. Specifically, magnesium helps with muscle and nerve function, regulating blood pressure, and supporting the immune system, amongst other benefits. It also gets easily depleted by alcohol, leaving you feeling achy and unstable. If you want to reduce aches and pains naturally, calm jittery nerves, and replenish your energy on a cellular level, magnesium is key to resiliency and recovery<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n