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Alcohol that we drink is essentially ethanol (CH3CH2OH).
In our body, ethanol is metabolized into acetaldehyde by an enzyme called alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH). In turn, the acetaldehyde is also metabolized to acetate by acetaldehyde dehydrogenase (ALDH). These metabolizing enzymes are found in liver. Acetate is used in several biological cycles such as in muscle cells to produce acetyl-CoA etc.
Our headache (and other hangover symptoms) is believed to be caused by this acetaldehyde in our blood. It takes time for our body to metabolize acetaldehyde and this time depends on how much alcohol you drink. Less = shorter^^
In our body's point of view, alcohol is a toxic substance with its toxicity levels closely related to the dosage. Metabolism is a way for our body to breakdown this toxic substance in our system.
Ethanol is a central nervous system depressant and a psychoactive drug so moderate amount of drinking for recreational purposes is very ok!! :)
If you suffer from hangover and headaches after drinking, just wait it out and give your body time to flush the alcohol out. If possible, try not to take analgesic drugs like paracetamol or aspirin to relieve your symptoms as your liver is already busy with metabolizing your alcohol.
Alcohol tends to dehydrate so drink plenty of water and don't skip out on your meals in order to keep your metabolic process active!!
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∙ 14y agoAlcohol is an extremely effective diuretic (promotes fluid excretion), and the amount of liquid in Alcoholic Beverages, even beer, is not sufficient to keep up with the fluid loss. (Especially since people who drink "numerous alcoholic beverages" are rarely concerned with such things at the time.) Dehydration is a principal cause of hangovers.
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∙ 15y agoBeer Is always Good For U Im Drunk Right Now
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∙ 15y agoAlcohol acts as a diuretic in the body - causing you to loose more fluid through the kidneys than you normally would - hence it is dehydrating.
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When you have a headache and drink coffee it stop?
Drinking coffee might stop your headache - it depends on why you got the headache. If you are addicted to caffeine/coffee, drinking coffee will stop the headache if it is caused by withdrawal. It won't help if your headache is due to dehydration, illness, stress, etc.
Every time you lifts weights you get an headache?
Your not drinking enough water.
Can you drink alcohol taking Viagra?
No, you will get a bad headache. Even if you are trying to get an erection at a stripclub after drinking to much don't do it. THE HEADACHE SUCKS!!
Can you take vitamins with Viagra?
No, you will get a bad headache. Even if you are trying to get an erection at a stripclub after drinking to much don't do it. THE HEADACHE SUCKS!!
Can you cure your headache without reducing your fever?
try drinking 2 cups of Gatorade
When drinking alcohol and if you have a headaaqee can you take medicine?
Most headache tablets would be OK to take within reason if you have a headache while drinking alcohol. However drinking alcohol in itself can lead to headache the best thing to do if you mus keep on drinking is ti make a point of drinking just as much water. this may help get rid of the headache.
Name something that can cause a headache?
stress--kids--bright light--drinking--loud noise
Where can I find migraine vitamins?
If you suffer from migraines Excederin Migraine can be taken at the onset of the headache and ease the pain and eliminate the headache. Make sure you also are drinking enough water.
What are some effects from drinking?
dizziness, headache, unbalanced, blurry eyesight, dying, loss of memory and more
You get severe headache on your right side of your head that last for days and you get this cold feelings on that part of the head what could be the cause?
you have a head cold.. OR.. a bad headache.. try drinking panadol rapid it will get rid of your headache BETTER YET, GO SEE YOUR DOCTOR. better to be safe.
When I drink water I get a headache and behind my eyes hurt. why is this and is there anything I can do to prevent it?
Try drinking tepid water - not too hot or too cold. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment, seek the advice of a physician or headache specialist.
What causes a headache after drinking 2 beers?
Dehydration is the most common reason for headaches when consuming alcohol. Alcohol sensitivity or allergy to hops may also be a source of headaches when drinking beer.
