Dr. Brizz- Hangovers [CURES]

I'm thirsty. And I'm excited. This Saturday we are unveiling our tenth anniversary brew and it's name at Pig Minds Brewing Company. Have you voted for the beer's name yet? Voting ends Friday at noon.

They don't occur as often as they used to. Hangovers. I can't be the only one here who suffered these throbbing reminders of a good time on a near daily basis throughout much of my twenties. Nothing brings out the dimestore philosopher in all of us more than alcohol. That includes on the best cure for a hangover.

The one thing that has consistently worked for me is to take three ibuprofen. For me, it's important to take them before going to sleep. If I wait until the first pulsating wave ripples through my head, it's too late and I'm going to suffer. Don't let my fancy clothes and haircut fool you, I'm not a doctor. In fact, it's best if you never follow any of my advice. Even if we've been drinking and I start to sound really smart.

Hangover Remedies:

1. Greasy Food- I don't know if it actually helps, but knocking back some eggs, toast and bacon at 3:30 a.m. always seems like a good idea at the time. At best, it works. At worst, you eat a big meal and fall asleep satisfied. Then you wake up...
2. Hair of the Dog- A killer tune by Nazareth, but not the best way to combat a night of drinking. Especially if that night is followed by a day of work or doing stuff. In college, having a bowl of 'Beerios' is hilarious and tolerable. If you're dunkin' your breakfast in booze in your 40s, it's time for some reflection.
3. Coffee- If your stomach can handle a steaming cup-o-joe after keg stands and flaming shots, then fill it to the brim. The older I get, the less power coffee wields.
4. Rockin' the Casbah- There is no research I know of that claims that sex is a cure for a hangover, but it's worth a shot. Unless you awake next to a stranger and regret the past several hours. Then just gnaw your arm off and get out of there quickly.
5. Exercise- Nope.
6. Water- This is always a good idea. Alcohol inhibits dehydration, so keeping plenty of water nearby throughout the night is key. Plus, having it there when you wake up is a good start to a groggy day.
7. Prevention- As is true with most things in life. If it's good for you, it's not fun. No good stories start with, "Last night we had a crazy night just existing regularly..." Though abstinence from drinking is the only sure way to avoid a hangover, you can always try drinking responsibly. What!?!? Yeah, when did I become the responsible one in the room? Seriously though, where does that madness end? Using the abstinence logic seems limiting in ways; To avoid a car accident, don't drive. To avoid divorce, don't marry. To avoid losing your hair, don't have kids. You get the idea.