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It's All About Something Called Acetaldehyde

By grrlscientist on January 1, 2007.

How was your New Year's celebration last night? Are you feeling the after effects today? This is because the body converts alcohol into acetaldehyde, a toxic chemical that causes headaches and other side effects of drinking to excess. According to the Royal Society of Chemistry, the way to lessen the effects of a hangover is to have some toast and honey, not raw eggs or more alcohol or other remedies;

Feeling delicate this morning? Headache? Upset stomach? Sense of guilt over last night's alcohol-lubricated festivities? Time for some toast and honey. According to the Royal Society of Chemistry this sweet snack is the ideal tonic for a hangover. Forget raw eggs, "hair of the dog" and whatever old wives' tale you've been clinging to over the years: honey provides the body with what it needs most after a night out. Syrup also does the job, although it is rather less appealing first thing in the morning.

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