Seven tips for men to drink without harming their health

　　Tip 1: Eat persimmons to help break down alcohol

　　Persimmon is a fruit rich in fructose and vitamin C. It has been used as an effective food to prevent drunkenness and eliminate hangovers since ancient times. The astringent component contained in sweet persimmons can decompose alcohol; the potassium contained in it has a diuretic effect.

　　Persimmon leaves also contain dozens of times as much vitamin C as citrus, and their fresh buds can be fried and eaten, or dried to make persimmon leaf tea.

　　Tip 2: Eat more shellfish to strengthen the detoxification function of the liver

　　Take clams as an example. Among its nutritional ingredients, the protein content can be compared with egg In comparison, because it contains a balanced amount of essential amino acids, it will not put a burden on the liver and can promote the recovery of liver function.

　　Shellfish are usually rich in vitamin B12, taurine and glycogen; vitamin B12 and glycogen also play an important role in promoting the function of the liver; and the taurine in the amino acids combined with bile acids can activate the detoxification effect of the liver.

　　Tip 3: Drink at your ideal pace

　　The ideal speed is the speed at which you drink alcohol that does not exceed your liver’s processing capacity. The liver decomposes alcohol at a rate of about 10 ml per hour.

　　The amount of pure alcohol (ethanol) can be calculated from the degree indicated on the bottle label. For example, for 250 ml of wine with an alcohol content of 16%, use 250 ml × 0.16 = 40 ml, then the amount of alcohol is 40 ml.

　　If a person takes 4 hours to drink, the average amount of alcohol consumed per hour is 10 ml, which is just in line with the processing speed of the liver. Drinking at this rate can minimize the burden of alcohol on the liver.

　　Tip 4: Drink aloe vera juice to lower blood acetaldehyde levels

　　The prickly green part of aloe vera and the gel inside it contain polysaccharides, glycoproteins and other substances, which can reduce the concentration in the blood of the harmful substance acetaldehyde produced after the decomposition of alcohol. Therefore, if you drink some aloe vera juice before drinking, it is very effective in preventing symptoms such as headaches, nausea, and blushing after drinking.

　　In addition, the bitter component aloin in aloe has a stomachic effect and can treat nausea and nausea caused by hangovers.

　　Tip 5: Eat protein-rich foods to reduce the burden on your liver

　　Protein and fat stay in the stomach the longest, so they are best served as snacks.

　　To avoid gaining weight due to excessive intake of high-protein foods, it is best to choose fish and shellfish, lean meat, chicken, soy products, eggs, cheese, etc. Dairy products such as milk and cheese, eggs, tofu, scallops, and soups made from these foods, which contain high-quality protein, are beneficial to liver function and do not burden the stomach.

　　Some people like to eat heavy-tasting foods after drinking, such as oily ramen noodles. These foods will burden the gastrointestinal tract and prolong the discomfort of drunkenness. Therefore, you should choose fruits, milk with honey, yogurt, eggs and other foods that are easy to digest and can improve liver function.

　　Tip 6: Drink water to restore your body’s water balance

　　Alcohol has the effect of changing the water balance inside and outside the body cells. Normally, 2/3 of the water in the body is in the cells, but when alcohol increases, the water in the cells will move into the blood vessels. Therefore, although the water in the entire body remains unchanged, because the water in the cells is reduced, you will also feel thirsty.

　　No matter what the reason is, getting enough fluids is a good idea. “"Sober water" has been one of the ways to relieve the discomfort after drinking since ancient times. Mixing three pinches of salt in a full glass of water and drinking it in one gulp will stimulate the stomach and make it easier to vomit food.

　　Tip 7: Drinking sports drinks and juices also works

　　When you wake up the next morning after excessive drinking, your throat often feels very thirsty. At this time, alcohol and the harmful substance acetaldehyde remain in the body, and you should find ways to eliminate them from the body as soon as possible.

　　Beverages containing inorganic salts and sugars, in addition to replenishing water, also have the effect of eliminating alcohol in the body. Sports drinks and fruit juices are very effective, especially sports drinks. The composition of sports drinks is close to human body fluids and is easily absorbed by the body. Not only is it effective for hangovers, but if you drink it together when drinking, it can also prevent you from getting too drunk.

　　In addition, using tea containing tea polyphenols and vitamin C, or honey lemonade made with lemon and honey, is also very effective for hangovers.

　　It should be noted that no matter what kind of drink, if it is too cold, the active ingredients will not be easily absorbed, so you should drink it at room temperature or warm.