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| | | Personally, I was in bed long before midnight last night, but I know that wasn't the case for everyone. If you're feeling the effects of last night's shenanigans, we hope today's newsletter can put you on the road to recovery. | | | | | | | Good luck!
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
January 1, 2026 • 2 min read | | | |  | | | | Q: | What are the best things to eat when you're hungover? | | | A: | The first and most important thing to start with is hydration. Alcohol dehydrates your body by increasing urine output and depleting electrolytes, which are important for balancing fluids. While water can be supportive, drinks that also contain electrolytes are a better choice as they help speed up hydration. Incorporate electrolyte drinks that contain magnesium, sodium, and potassium, and sip them slowly over time. You can also slurp up some broth or eat a few pickles, if you can tolerate them, to replenish sodium.
Some electrolyte drink options include: - coconut water
- cow's milk
- 100% fruit juices
- sports drinks
- Pedialyte
Once you begin rehydrating, start adding simple carbohydrates, like crackers or toast. These are generally easy on your stomach, help increase blood sugar levels, and therefore help ease nausea. Keep the portion small, as large amounts may further upset your stomach.
Fruits and vegetables are additional sources of electrolytes, hydration, and energy. Bananas and avocados are both fantastic sources of potassium and magnesium. Watermelon is another hydrating and electrolyte-rich fruit. As your appetite returns, reintroduce lean proteins. Start with bland sources like eggs, tofu, or baked chicken before adventuring into more flavors and returning to balanced meals.
While food and fluids can help ease symptoms, a hangover ultimately needs time to run its course. Be gentle with your body, hydrate well, and choose nourishing options to support recovery. | | | | | Anna Blahnik, Registered Dietitian | | | Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 🍏 What foods help reduce your risk of breast cancer? Some good options include fatty fish, fermented foods, and whole grains. | | 🍴 Recipe alert! Try this beet, leek, and sweet potato hash at breakfast sometime. | | 🍺 What's in your beer? Nutrition facts for America's top sellers, ranked by calories. | | 💅 Reasons to use cuticle oil. Plus how to make your own. | | | |   | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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