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| Asparagus contains compounds that can alleviate hangover pain. CREDIT: Stockxpert |
With holiday festivities still in full swing, now is a
good time to stock up on wine, beer, liquor — and asparagus. Scientists from
the Institute of Food Technologists in Chicago say amino acids and minerals in
the green vegetable spears can relieve the toxic effect that excess alcohol has
on the liver, according to Fox News.
These helpful compounds, however, are much more prevalent
in the asparagus plant's leaves — which nobody eats — than in the spears. So
rather than consume several pounds of limp green veggies on New Year's Eve,
consider these other ways to prevent a hangover:
Most researchers recommend hydrating with plenty of water
or other fluids, since alcohol-induced dehydration is a primary cause of
hangover misery. Other tips include taking B-vitamins during the party and the
next morning, avoiding dark liquors like whiskey and eating before you consume
alcohol. While taking an
anti-inflammatory like aspirin or ibuprofen is a good idea before and after a
hangover strikes, stay away from Tylenol (acetaminophen), which can harm the
liver, especially when combined with alcohol. And when all else fails — try
preventing your next hangover by not drinking so much.
Source: Live Science
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