CBD can help reduce a hangover. And here’s why:
Hangovers are usually caused by two main issues: dehydration and inflammation.
Dehydration
Alcohol severely dehydrates the body causing pain, nausea, chills and many more unpleasant side effects. Alcohol is a diuretic which explains the urge to go pee multiple times while drinking.
Inflammation
The inflammation caused the day after a few too many can lead to aches and pains. Excessive alcohol can even cause some brain swelling which explains the rotten headache that can be experienced.
Alcohol in essence is a poison. It can wreak havoc on the gastrointestinal tract and lead to a loss in electrolytes.
Fortunately, CBD has been proven to reduce inflammation. It also has some wonderful properties for promoting gut health.
Anxiety
Anxiety and shakes can also be an unpleasant side effect of drinking. CBD helps to supply the body with essential cannabinoids which in turn supply the Endocannabinoid System. This helps to regulate all of the body’s essential functions.
CBD has been proven in multiple studies to reduce anxiety and the shakes. Next time you feel you have had a few too many your best port of call is a healthy dosage of CBD and a large glass of water before bed.
Mood
Ever felt grumpy and out of sorts the day after drinking. CBD can help to regulate mood by boosting our serotonin levels. The Endocannabinoid System plays an essential role in regulating a number of crucial hormones and neuro transmittors crucial to well being.
We recommend Full Spectrum CBD as the small amount of THC in the CBD can help you to gain better rest and can help to supply the CB1 and CB2 receptors in the Endocannabinoid System with the essential things that will help reduce the inflammation.
Of course, the best way to avoid a hangover is to not drink in excess but we all have nights of celebration or drinks with friends that run a little too late or are just too much fun! Here are some tips to minimizing a hangover:
- Take CBD before you go out drinking
- Drink a full glass of water between alcoholic beverages
- Consume food with alcohol
- Get some fresh air – take a walk before bed
- Take 50mg of CBD before bed
- Consume lower alcohol beverages or ask for mixed drinks at half strength
- Restrict your window of drinking hours – don’t start too early
- Take time off from drinking – this can mean only drinking on weekends or taking a few weeks off completely
- Take a few hits off a CBD vape during the evening – this can help you to drink less
Conclusion
CBD can help with a number of issues that result from over drinking. Another trick is to take CBD before a night out drinking. This can actually reduce the amount of alcohol you consume.
Long term drinking can result in dire health issues. It can damage internal organs and throw your ECS completely out of balance. Be cognizant of your alcohol intake and ensure that you stay healthy and well.
Sarah Rutherford - Contributor
Sarah has been interested in plant medicine for over 20 years. She draws on her experience working in the health and wellness field and applies it to the CBD industry.
