According to Dr. Bui Huy Can, who works at Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital (Campus 3), alcohol is a beverage that contains ethanol, produced by the fermentation of starch from cereals, sugar syrup from plants, flowers, tubers, or by mixing with food-grade alcohol. Ethanol is the main component of alcohol. Regular alcohol consumption increases the load on the liver, making it work harder. Excessive drinking can lead to intoxication and fatigue, as well as digestive bleeding and increased risk of traffic accidents if the intoxicated person drives.
During the Tet holiday, Dr. Can advises people to limit their alcohol intake to protect their health. Additionally, if you happen to drink too much, you can try the following five types of drinks to help sober up and alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms of a hangover.
During the Tet holiday, Dr. Can advises people to limit their alcohol consumption for better health
5 Drinks to the Rescue for Your Liver After a Drinking Session
– Water: Plenty of water helps dilute the alcohol concentration in the blood, providing moisture to the body and improving detoxification through urination.
– Fruit juices (orange, grapefruit, tomato): These juices are not only delicious but also rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, enhancing alertness and supporting the liver in metabolizing alcohol.
– Ginger water or ginger tea: Ginger helps warm the body, improves blood circulation, and reduces nausea. It can be combined with honey for better effectiveness in sobering up.
– Mung bean/black bean water: These drinks are not only refreshing but also contain fiber and antioxidants, helping to cleanse the body and reduce post-drinking discomfort.
– Watermelon juice: Just 10-15g of watermelon juice can work wonders to reduce discomfort and aid in quick recovery from drinking due to its diuretic properties and ability to promote alcohol metabolism.
Dr. Can also suggests that in case of intoxication, one may try thin porridge or hot soup. These provide energy and replenish electrolytes lost due to alcohol’s diuretic effect. Additionally, fruits like bananas and apples are excellent for sobering up as they are rich in vitamins and minerals.
However, Dr. Can warns against consuming highly acidic fruit juices, especially lemon juice, as they may irritate the stomach, which still contains alcohol.
Just 10-15g of watermelon juice can help reduce discomfort and aid in quick recovery from drinking.
Be Alert to the Risk of Alcohol Poisoning During Tet
Dr. Can emphasizes that when enjoying alcoholic beverages during Tet, people should pay extra attention to preventing alcohol poisoning. Depending on the severity of poisoning, different symptoms may appear:
– Mild poisoning: Flushing, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headache.
– Moderate poisoning: Confusion, slurred speech, and impaired motor function.
– Severe poisoning: Seizures, respiratory distress, hypothermia, slow or irregular heartbeat, loss of consciousness, and possible coma.
In cases of mild poisoning where the person is still conscious, Dr. Can advises the following:
– Place the person on their side to prevent aspiration of vomit into the lungs.
– Keep the person warm.
– Provide water or oral rehydration solution (Oresol) to rehydrate.
“If the person exhibits signs of severe poisoning, such as confusion, loss of consciousness, seizures, or respiratory distress, call for emergency services immediately and take them to the nearest medical facility,” advises Dr. Can.
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