It has been estimated that between 25% and 30% of the general population is insensitive to a hangover. What this means is that around one in four lucky people don’t know how the rest of us feel after a big night out. Why this is so is a medical mystery. But medicine has found ways for those of us who are susceptible to the effects of a hangover to treat it and lessen its severity, leaving us with the ability to get on with the rest of our day.

What constitutes a hangover?

Those of us who should know better know that a hangover isn’t exactly subtle. The most obvious symptom is a throbbing headache, which in addition to being unpleasant makes it difficult to carry out simple daily tasks. Some people are also prone to vomiting, shaky hands, and a general feeling of lethargy.

But one symptom that few tend to associate with a hangover is an inhibited ability to function cognitively. Those of us who have tried going to work or school after a night of drinking will testify that their ability to make decisions and absorb information is restricted. All of these symptoms are due to your body accepting the fact that the alcohol in your system is slowly leaving you, releasing an unhealthy dose of toxins in its wake.

Is there a cure?

Unfortunately not. Once the hangover has taken hold, your only option is to toughen up and stick with it. However, I have compiled a list of natural treatments that you can take while still intoxicated to help inhibit a hangover. So you can join that lucky neighborhood of the population that has no idea what it’s like to ruin their day by drinking excessively.

The first and most effective supplement you can take to cure a hangover is called L-methionine. When taken, L-methionine binds with alcohol to produce citric acid (harmless, found in fruit!). This is great, because it helps your body filter alcohol from your system; just remember to take this while still intoxicated, taking it the next day will have no effect!

Of course that is not all. There are a number of other supplements you can take to cure a hangover – each one will bring you closer to joining the lucky 25% of the population who never experience this unpleasant sensation!