If you have just woken up with a hangover, you have to make my hangover smoothie remedy for quick relief!
Alcohol dehydrates you, and this smoothie is extremely hydrating, helping you feel relief almost instantly.
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Hangover Smoothie For a Quick Relief
Beat the morning after with this hangover smoothie for quick relief! Hydrating, refreshing, and restorative.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup of fresh watermelon chunks
- 1 cup frozen banana slices
- 1 tsp of honey
- 1/3 cup of coconut water
Instructions
- To a blender, add the watermelon first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes, or until smooth!
- Pour the smoothie into a cup, and drink it immediately.
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 216
- Sugar: 36.2g
- Fat: 0.7g
- Carbohydrates: 55.1g
- Fiber: 4.5g
- Protein: 3.3g
What Makes This Smoothie a Hangover Cure Smoothie?
- Hydration: The smoothie is ultra-hydrating, and it’s rich in electrolytes like potassium and magnesium, which are often depleted during alcohol consumption. Replenishing these can help relieve hangover symptoms.
- Replenishes Electrolytes: The potassium in bananas and the additional electrolytes in coconut water help restore the body’s balance, which is crucial for recovery from dehydration associated with hangovers.
- Energy Boost: The natural sugars in watermelon, banana, and honey provide a quick source of energy, helping to combat the fatigue and sluggishness that often accompany a hangover.
- Easy Digestion: This smoothie is light and easy on the stomach, making it ideal for those feeling nauseous or having trouble with solid foods after a night of drinking.
- Detoxification Support: Watermelon helps the liver process ammonia (a byproduct of protein digestion), which can be elevated after alcohol consumption, aiding in faster detoxification.
- Vitamin C: Both watermelon and banana are good sources of Vitamin C, which can help bolster the immune system weakened by alcohol intake.
- Rich in Antioxidants: Watermelon contains antioxidants like lycopene and Vitamin C, which help combat oxidative stress and inflammation caused by alcohol consumption.
I recommend that you save some of my other remedy recipes, such as my nausea smoothie remedy, and my anti acid reflux smoothie.
Variations of the Smoothie
- Low Sugar Version: Substitute banana with cucumber or celery to lower the sugar content.
- Extra Hydration: Add more coconut water or include a pinch of Himalayan salt to enhance electrolyte content.
Best Time to Drink This Smoothie
Whenever I wake up in the morning with a hangover, I make this alcohol detox smoothie and drink it immediately.
The answer is as soon as you wake up, make this smoothie and drink it ASAP.
If you still feel rough later in the day, consider making a second serving.
FAQs:
- Q: Can I drink this smoothie as a preventative measure?
- A: Yes, drinking it before heading out can help hydrate and provide nutrients that may mitigate hangover severity.
- Q: What are other effective natural remedies for hangovers?
- A: Hydration with electrolytes, ginger tea for nausea, and B vitamins can also help relieve symptoms.