People often drink more when they are happy or with friends, or when they have business matters to discuss with clients. However, when the body is uncomfortable due to excessive alcohol consumption, it is necessary to metabolize the alcohol in the body in a timely manner. So, how can we protect our liver after drinking alcohol?
Gegen soup for liver protection and hangover relief
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that Gegen (Pueraria root) has the ability to relieve hangovers, promote saliva production, and quench thirst. Drinking a moderate amount of Gegen soup after consuming alcohol not only helps alleviate the sudden onset of drunkenness but more importantly, it protects and supports liver function, reducing the symptoms of the next day hangover.
Gehua soup for liver protection and hangover relief
Boil 30 grams of Gegen flowers with an appropriate amount of water and drink the soup. The Gehua soup is highly effective in relieving hangovers. Gegen flowers are popularly known as the "miracle drink for hangovers". Drinking it after alcohol consumption can quickly sober you up and relieve the burden on the liver.
Eat a persimmon for liver protection
Persimmons are rich in fructose and vitamin C, which make them an effective food for preventing intoxication and eliminating hangovers. The astringent components in sweet persimmons can break down alcohol and reduce the liver's detoxification burden. In addition, persimmons also contain potassium, which has a diuretic effect.
Duzhong leaves steeped in water for hangover relief and liver protection
The natural active ingredients in Duzhong leaves help eliminate residual alcohol in the blood vessels and have significant effects in lowering blood pressure and relieving headaches. They also provide certain protection to the heart, kidneys, and liver.
Honey water for liver protection
Honey enhances the detoxification function of liver cells, effectively breaking down toxic substances that enter the liver cells. Drinking honey water can help repair fatty liver and liver damage caused by long-term alcohol consumption, effectively preventing alcoholic liver disease and liver cirrhosis.
Acupressure on palm acupuncture points for liver protection
Pressing and stimulating the liver point (located in the center of the second joint of the ring finger) and the kidney point (located in the center of the first joint of the little finger) on the palm reflex zone with fingertips or a toothpick can treat and prevent drunkenness while enhancing the detoxification function of the liver.
