The Best Natural Hangover Cures | Dr. Mark Hyman

Dietary Tips

Nutritional strategies play a crucial role in mitigating hangover effects. Mark Hyman emphasizes the importance of consuming fat, protein, and fiber-rich foods like guacamole, phytonutrient salads, and lean meats to slow alcohol absorption and reduce its toxicity 1. He also suggests incorporating hydrating and micronutrient-rich plant foods such as cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocados, which are full of essential minerals like magnesium and potassium 1.

Fat, protein, fiber, slows the empty meat of your stomach. And that actually can help reduce the effect and the speed of alcohol and reduce its toxicity on your system.

--- Mark Hyman

Additionally, Hyman advises avoiding inflammatory foods like fried items and refined sugars, which exacerbate alcohol's negative effects 1.

   

Hydration

Hydration is a key factor in hangover prevention and management. Mark Hyman recommends drinking water and electrolytes before, during, and after alcohol consumption to maintain hydration levels 2. He warns against sugary sports drinks, suggesting instead sugar-free electrolyte powders or coconut water for natural hydration 2.

Drink at least half your weight in ounces of water with a sugar free electrolyte powder such as elite or element, which contains a balance ratio of sodium, potassium, magnesium.

--- Mark Hyman

Hyman also advises against the "hair of the dog" approach and highlights the importance of rest and balanced meals to support recovery 3.