What’s up, homie?

There's nothing like catching a buzz or getting tipsy, but it's easy to go overboard and end up completely plastered, sloshed, or sauced—whatever the kids call it these days.

The aftermath of that is the worst… hangovers are a bitch.

It's funny how often I'd get completely tossed and end up with a horrific hangover—splitting headache, churning stomach, and just the thought of alcohol making me want to throw up. I rarely vomit, but the nausea is brutal.

I curse and vow, 'I'm NEVER drinking again.'

Two days later...

I'm cracking open some cold ones with the boys. (YOLO)! 🍻 🤣

Raise your hand if you've been there too. 🙋🏻‍♂️

Here's how you can reduce or even eliminate a hangover:

1) Pick your poison

All alcoholic drinks will cause inflammation and oxidative stress.

However, some alcohols have far more toxic byproducts than others.

So the type of drink you choose can greatly impact how you feel the next morning.

A rule of thumb: darker liquors contain more toxins, always go for the lighter stuff.

Vodka is your best bet since distillation removes most toxins, leaving only the alcohol for your body to process.

Here are the top 5 "healthiest" alcohols ranked in order:

1. Vodka

2. Gin

3. Tequila

4. Whiskey

5. Dry Cider/Champagne/White Wine

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2) Stay hydrated

Since alcohol dehydrates you, staying hydrated is crucial.

Your body relies on water to dilute toxins, ensuring they don't harm you as they're eliminated.

Always drink 8oz of water with or immediately after each alcoholic beverage.

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3) Stop acetaldehyde conversion

When you drink, your liver converts alcohol into acetaldehyde, a byproduct of alcohol metabolism, which is more toxic than alcohol itself.

It’s the main culprit for hangovers, nausea, and headaches, and contributes to long-term health risks like liver damage and increased cancer risk.

You can prevent alcohol from converting to acetaldehyde by taking supplements like:

• N-acetyl-cysteine (500–1,000mg), before drinking
• Vitamin C, before and during drinking

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4) Protect your liver

Your liver is the primary organ for detoxifying alcohol.

To protect your liver and enhance detoxification, consider taking:

Glutathione: the body's master antioxidant that supports liver detox. Opt for liposomal for optimal absorption.

And milk thistle seeds! You know, that prickly weed with the purple, pokey flower on top?

Milk thistle aids in liver cell regeneration, reduces inflammation, detoxifies harmful substances, and promotes overall liver health.

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5) Clear out the toxins

As mentioned earlier, alcohol is a toxin that produces harmful byproducts during metabolism.

Taking activated charcoal after drinking can absorb and remove the toxins.

Make sure to take charcoal at least an hour apart from other hangover-hacking supplements.

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6) Repair the damage

Alcohol depletes vitamins and minerals, particularly B vitamins.

Taking a B-vitamin complex (B1-12) is vital to replenish your stores and protect your DNA.

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Okay, that was a lot to take in. Here's a quick recap to help you put it into practice:

Before drinking:

• Take 500–1,000 mg of N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC)

While drinking:

• Always go for the least toxic alcohol (potato Vodka is best)
• Stay hydrated with an equal parts alcohol-to-water consumption ratio (🍸:💧)
• Take 1,000-2,000 mg of vitamin C
• Take 500 mg of Liposomal Glutathione

After drinking:

• Take activated charcoal an hour or more after other hangover-hacking supplements

Following day:

• Take B vitamins to replenish and revitalize

Seems like a lot, but it's simple.

Remember those brutal hangovers?

Use that as motivation to level up your biohacking game—party hard while leaving them in the past!

I know what you're thinking... 'Just don't drink if you want to avoid hangovers.'

No kidding.

This is for the homies who want to shotgun brewskies or go hard at the club and still crush it the next day instead of wasting it!

I’m curious, how do you hack a hangover? I’d love to learn from that beautiful brain of yours. 🧠

Cheers,

Onjae