Does an egg cure a hangover? Nutritionist explains how food can help after overdoing it at Carnival

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If you overdid it at parties and need a practical tip to alleviate the discomfort and continue the revelry, consuming eggs can be very beneficial.

Brazil — Carnival and alcohol consumption have always gone together. In this way, the festive date is often related to the high consumption of alcoholic beverages, whether on the avenue or in street blocks. According to the nutritionist at Instituto Ovos Brasil, Lúcia Endriukaite, after drinking alcohol, part of the alcohol is absorbed in the stomach and the rest in the small intestine.

“After absorption, alcohol falls into the bloodstream and goes to the liver, where it is metabolized and excreted. In addition to causing damage to the liver with the famous hangover and some vomiting, alcohol alters behavior, which at first can make the person happier and more relaxed, but then becomes depressing, which can lead to mood swings and dependence”,

explains the specialist.

To get an idea, according to Professor Marcus Vale, from Seara — UF, 1 liter of beer contains something around 48 to 50g of alcohol and the elimination of alcohol by the body of a 70kg man is approximately 15g per hour, the equivalent of 340 ml of beer. In women, however, this process is much more sensitive and time-consuming, therefore, the damage is much greater, even interfering with sexual hormones.

If you overdid it at parties and need a practical tip to alleviate the discomfort and continue the revelry, consuming eggs can be very beneficial. Still according to the nutritionist, the egg is the most complete food for this mission and any other type of diet. The practicality, flavor, easy access and functionality are the characteristics that place the egg as a great ally. Adopt a balanced menu with greens, vegetables and fruits, including eggs in your food routine.

What to eat before heading out to the revelry?

To prevent the drink from potentiating the undesirable effects of a hangover, it is necessary to bet on a nutritious diet before going out to parties.

“Eating meals that contain eggs before drinking slows down the absorption of alcohol by the body, because the egg is rich in protein and good fats, of the mono and polyunsaturated types”,

explains the nutritionist.

It is important to eat while drinking and to intersperse the consumption of alcoholic beverages with juices or water. The ideal is to prioritize light, nutritious and protein-rich foods. “A good choice is the omelette, which will provide satiety, will delay the absorption of alcohol, in addition to contributing with the B vitamins that help the functioning of the liver”, says the specialist.

What to eat to cure a hangover?

The so-called “hangover” is nothing more than a set of mental and physical symptoms caused due to excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, which results in dehydration, increased liver activity to eliminate excess alcohol from the blood and changes in the nervous system. due to hypoglycemia induced by high levels of circulating alcohol.

Egg protein is also a great alternative to speed up recovery after the party. The food has B complex vitamins, necessary to repair the losses that alcohol provides to the organism. Vitamins A, E and minerals such as magnesium, zinc, manganese and selenium are antioxidant nutrients that favor cell recovery.

“After the revelry, it is recommended to consume light meals, such as scrambled eggs or lightly boiled eggs for seven minutes with toast, fruit juices and yogurt with cereal. They provide important proteins for the body’s demands to be met and for the maintenance of our immune system”,

advises Lucia.

To make the most of it, you need to go hand in hand with moderation. Stay hydrated and well fed, avoid mixing alcoholic beverages and if you are using any medication or driving, do not drink.

*With advisory information

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