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If you've ever had too much to drink and suffered for it the next day, you might know about the saying "hair of the dog that bit you."
Derived from a 16th century proverb, the phrase refers to the idea of treating a malady with a bit of what caused the malady in the first place. In other words, have another drink to cure that night of drinking.
Of course, some people say that there is no way to really avoid a hangover if you overindulge in alcohol. Others swear by their "hair of the dog" home remedies, like a Bloody Mary in the morning.
But if a morning drink isn't exactly how you'd like to start your day, there are alternatives. The "Hair of the Dog" drink line from Innovative Technologies Corporation of America can help you avoid the morning-after effects of alcohol.
Taken by itself, before you go to bed, Hair of the Dog nighttime formula can alleviate hangover symptoms because it is full of nutrients, including a patented ingredient that rapidly detoxifies the liver, according to its manufacturer.
Because of its great taste, it can also be used as a versatile mixer to create your favorite cocktail. In the words of the company owner, "If you are going to drink alcohol, which we all know is harmful to the liver, why not help it at the same time?"
For those who overindulge and forget to take Hair of the Dog the night before, there's good news. The daytime formula contains the same powerful detoxifying ingredients as well as a boost of natural stimulants to get you feeling better in about 45 minutes. Both nighttime and daytime formulas are available in sugar-free and calorie-free versions.
The symptoms of a hangover come from your body's attempts to process alcohol and rid it from your system. Alcohol causes the body to lose a lot of nutrients, including vitamins, which are important because they aid the carbohydrate metabolizing process and in dilating blood vessels. These vitamins also help restore energy levels.
Along with the powerful detoxifying ingredients, Hair of the Dog contains vitamins, potassium and milk thistle. Because drinking is hard on the liver, it's thought that supplements containing milk thistle are beneficial for reducing the effects of hangovers. Scientific studies suggest that active substances in milk thistle protect the liver from damage caused by viruses, toxins and alcohol.
Visit www.hairofdog.com for more information and drink recipes. - NU |
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