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How your gut health affects your hangover
1:16:04 - 1:24:33 (08:28)
Taking care of your gut microbiome can reduce the symptoms of hangovers. A healthy gut microbiome helps ward off the effect of hangovers by minimizing the effects of the toxins generated after consuming alcohol, according to studies.
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Hangovers can be caused by several factors, including disrupted sleep, gut microbiome, electrolytes, and the depletion of certain neurotransmitters.
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Hangovers can be caused by several factors, including disrupted sleep, gut microbiome, electrolytes, and the depletion of certain neurotransmitters. Even small amounts of alcohol can disrupt electrolyte balance and fluid balance due to the "vasopressin pathway", making it important to replenish electrolytes and hydrate effectively.
ChapterHow your gut health affects your hangover
EpisodeWhat Alcohol Does to Your Body, Brain & Health
PodcastHuberman Lab
A healthy gut microbiome can help reduce the symptoms of hangovers, according to research.
1:18:26 - 1:24:33 (06:06)
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A healthy gut microbiome can help reduce the symptoms of hangovers, according to research. While sugar is not the main cause of hangovers, bolstering your gut microbiome with probiotics or prebiotics the day after drinking may help alleviate their effects.