Natural health: Is there a remedy for hangovers? 

Natural health: Is there a remedy for hangovers? 

To support your hard-working liver, try herbs such as milk thistle which can be taken as a tablet or in a tincture. 

I find I get hungover easily - all it takes is a few drinks and a late night. It seems to be getting worse as I get older. Is there a natural remedy I could take?

You are not alone, processing alcohol is more of a challenge as we get older. This is not due to any one issue, rather a culmination of problems. Stress, sleep deprivation, and an already overburdened liver all play a role. It is worth remembering that our liver not only processes toxins but, among many other functions, it also helps to regulate hormones and cholesterol levels, produce bile, and metabolise protein.

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