Belfast will be one of the most hungover UK cities this Christmas

Second most searches for ‘hangover cure’ on a per capita basis, compared to other UK cities
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Research conducted by CBD and supplements brand, fourfive, has revealed which UK cities are likely to be the most hungover this Christmas.

According to the research, searches for ‘hangover cure’ increase by 34% on average each December as Brits clamber to ease sore heads and waves of nausea brought on by the party season.

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The data reveals that Newcastle made the most searches for ‘hangover cure’ on a per capita basis with 889 searches per 100,000 people during the festive period.

The secret to curing a hangover is a mix of hydration, eating carbs and getting plenty of sleep, or turning to pain relief like paracetamol, aspirin or ibubrofenThe secret to curing a hangover is a mix of hydration, eating carbs and getting plenty of sleep, or turning to pain relief like paracetamol, aspirin or ibubrofen
The secret to curing a hangover is a mix of hydration, eating carbs and getting plenty of sleep, or turning to pain relief like paracetamol, aspirin or ibubrofen

In second and third place are Belfast and Manchester, respectively, with Leeds and Norwich also securing their place in the top five most hungover cities.

On average, the term ‘hangover cure’ generates 22,200 average monthly searches which typically increase in December. Other queries that typically see an increase at Christmas include searches for ‘hangover remedies’ and ‘best thing for a hangover’.

So, with so many of us searching for the illusive hangover cure, what is the best way to tackle post Christmas party side effects?

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Clinical neuroscientist and nutritionist, Dr Elisabeth Philipps, from fourfive explains that proper hydration is the key to swift recovery this Christmas:

“Alternate alcoholic drinks with a glass of water and by taking a hydration tablet before drinking alcohol and after a heavy drinking session the next morning. B vitamins are crucial to help with your energy levels and topping up your electrolytes will help to replace the lost water in your body.

“Make sure to eat before drinking. Healthy fats are the best option to line the stomach, which is where alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream. Try an avocado smoothie, hummus salad or even cheese on toast.”

“Lastly, don’t over exercise with a hangover. It can be tempting to try and sweat out the hangover but too much exercise will only worsen dehydration - keep it light with a winter walk or simple yoga session.”

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But the best way to avoid a hangover is really prevention rather than cure, as we all know very well.

Other sensible advice includes knowing your limits and drinking in moderation. Avoid doing rounds with your friends, as this means you can lose track of how much you’re drinking.

Another helpful tip is to drink slowly: again, don’t feel pressured to drink quickly as this will lead to you consuming more alcohol while you’re out and getting drunk quickly; which will cause a hangover.

Also, a great way to keep hangovers at bay is to drink plenty of water before you go to sleep: this will help your body stay hydrated while you sleep and prevent the hangover when you wake up.

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Further hangover cure tips include eating something high in carbs as this can help stabilise your blood sugars and settle your upset stomach and if necessary take pain relief, such as paracetamol, aspirin or ibuprofen, always being careful to follow dosage instructions on the packaging.

Lack of sleep can worsen symptoms, so if you feel you can get some extra shut-eye, this is another advisable idea. For more information on how to cure a hangover click here.