Drinking responsibly also means recovering smart

You think drinking responsibly just means “knowing when to stop”. But drinking responsibly is also about planning for the next day. It’s being smart enough to live your night to the full… without sacrificing the 2 days after.

🍸 What does drinking smart actually mean?

It’s not about being a killjoy, it’s about:

• knowing your limit

• planning your recovery

• not leaving your body to fend for itself after the party

• avoiding risky drinking patterns like binge drinking

“Responsible alcohol consumption includes post-consumption recovery strategies to limit neurophysiological effects.” Rehm J. et al., Addiction, 2003

🎯 The 4 pillars of smart recovery

1. Targeted hydration

Not just drinking water. Drinking with electrolytes, before, during and after.

2. Functional nutrition

Before the night out: a meal rich in fibre, protein, good fats
After: broth, banana, wholemeal bread

3. Liver support

• Vitamin C, NAC, zinc

• Milk thistle, artichoke infusion

• Fruits rich in antioxidants

4. Rest and cognitive recovery

Your liver keeps working for 10 to 16h after your last drop. You need to let it rest and not overload it with certain medications like paracetamol.

📊 Express “smart recovery” plan

Being responsible isn’t about being boring. It’s about being clear-eyed about what your body goes through, and giving it the tools to recover.

Drinking isn’t a crime. But drinking without thinking pretty much is.

The new alcohol consumption guidelines recommended in France since 2017 are as follows: no more than ten standard drinks per week; no more than two drinks per day; alcohol-free days during the week.