What to drink after a party? Spoiler: it's not coffee

You're suffering from the weight of your body, the fatigue, and your tongue feels like sandpaper, and every beat of your heart reminds you of that phrase you repeated over and over last night: "ONE LAST ONE AND I'LL STOP!"

And now you find yourself facing the question that every human being after a night out has asked themselves at least once in their life:
What to drink after a night of heavy drinking?

Spoiler alert: if you think this is coffee, sit down. We're going to set the record straight.

 

 

1. Coffee: that seductive traitor

Coffee has the appearance of comfort. It smells good, it wakes you up, and it makes you believe you're functioning again. Except…

• It increases blood pressure .
  
  

• It worsens dehydration (and you already are).
  
  

• It camouflages the fatigue , without erasing it.

 

“Caffeine can accentuate the cardiovascular effects of alcohol, including tachycardia and hypertension, while also delaying fluid recovery.” Wiese JG et al., Annals of Internal Medicine , 2000

Drinking coffee in the morning with a hangover is like putting perfume on a flat tire: it doesn't solve anything.

 

 

2. Water alone: a good start, but not enough

Yes, water is essential . But it's not enough . Why?

Because alcohol doesn't just flush out water, it also removes essential electrolytes : sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Without them, you can drink liters without your body retaining them properly.

“Simply drinking water does not provide complete rehydration after fluid loss: the presence of sodium is necessary to stimulate absorption.” Shirreffs SM et al., British Journal of Nutrition , 2003

 

 

 3. The real next-day drinks: a winning trio

✅ 1. Water + electrolytes

• You can find them in certain mineral waters (St-Yorre, Vichy), or in formulas like HANG-OVER. 👉 HERE
  Bonus: they also help reduce cramps and the feeling of lightheadedness.
  
  

✅ 2. Diluted fruit juice

• Orange juice alone is too acidic. Dilute it with water.
  
  

• You get simple sugars, potassium, and vitamin C.

✅ 3. Homemade broth

• Salt, vegetables, hot water.
  
  

• It's the magic potion for the morning after a party. And it's validated by the elders (and by science).

 

4. And milk? And soda? And pickle juice?

• Milk : This isn't the wisest choice because it's too fatty for your already upset stomach. So avoid it right after waking up.
  
  

• Sugary sodas : a blood sugar spike followed by a crash. Bad idea. Sugary products are insulin-dependent and therefore require your body to make an unnecessary extra effort.
  
  

• Pickle juice : yes, surprisingly. It's salty, acidic, and rich in electrolytes. Not very pleasant to drink, but that's a matter of taste, though it's still useful.
  
  

 

 5. Homemade recipe: DIY hangover cure drink

Here's a simple recipe if you want to avoid dietary supplements:

1. 500 ml of water
   
   
2. The juice of 1/2 a lemon
   
   
3. A pinch of salt
   
   
4. A spoonful of honey
   
   
5. (Optional: a few mint leaves)
   
   

It's an incomplete home remedy, but it might help you recover.

 

 

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🎓 In summary:

After a night of heavy drinking, your body doesn't just want "water".
He needs to detoxify , to minerals , and essential vitamins.

 

And if you tend to skip these steps:
📌 Prepare a bottle of water and 1 HANG-OVER tablet by your bed. You'll thank us at 9 a.m.