Hangover IV

When alcohol is consumed, it affects various processes in the body, leading to the condition known as a hangover. This is caused by low blood sugar and decreased energy levels, resulting in symptoms such as body aches, headaches, nausea, and frequent breaths. Alcohol inhibits the detoxification process in the liver that uses NAD, which may affect the metabolism of certain medications and hormones, leading to prolonged presence in the body. It also elevates liver and blood fat levels.

Moreover, the liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying and eliminating alcohol from the body. Approximately 90% of alcohol detoxification occurs in the liver, while the remaining 10% is eliminated through other means, such as urine, sweat, and breath. During the detoxification process, alcohol is converted into toxic acetaldehyde, which contributes to common hangover symptoms like headache, nausea, flushed face, dizziness, and tremors.