Picture this: you have a fun night celebrating with your friends and you wish the night would never end! Fast forward to the morning after and you wake up not feeling your best, wanting to sleep the whole day, and take back all of those drinks you enjoyed the night prior. So why exactly do we not feel so great after a fun night? In this blog post, we'll explore how acetaldehyde, a compound generated during alcohol metabolism, can leave you feeling less than your best and what you can do about it so you can wake up feeling fresh.
The Metabolism of Alcohol:
When you consume alcoholic beverages, your body goes through a series of intricate processes to break down the ethanol (alcohol) in your system. This journey begins in the liver, where ethanol is first converted into a compound called acetaldehyde.
The Role of Acetaldehyde:
Acetaldehyde is a natural byproduct of alcohol metabolism, and it plays a vital role in the detoxification process. However, it is the same acetaldehyde that contributes to your less-than-pleasant experience after a night of celebrating.
Acetaldehyde's Unwelcome Effects:
- Metabolic Load: Acetaldehyde is more reactive and toxic than ethanol. Your body has to work hard to process and eliminate it. This increased metabolic load can leave you feeling drained and less energetic.
- Gastrointestinal Distress: Acetaldehyde irritates the lining of your stomach, leading to nausea and digestive discomfort.
- Dehydration: Alcohol is a diuretic, meaning it promotes fluid loss, and acetaldehyde adds to the problem. This can lead to dehydration.
So What To Do:
Stash Some DHM in Your Pocket:
Fortunately, we’ve created DHM Detox which is the vitamin for when you have a couple of drinks. It breaks down the toxic by-product of alcohol (acetaldehyde) so you can wake up feeling your best. We recommend taking one packet of DHM Detox (two capsules) after your second drink of the evening, not before or the next day. Take a second packet if you’re having a bigger night celebrating and make sure you don’t take on an empty stomach.
Restore Electrolytes:
DHM Detox generally helps with brain fog, hangxiety, and nausea. Our Hydration Replenisher Electrolyte drink mixes help with dehydration and headaches- take them at the end of the night or first thing in the morning to help with that side of things!
Now that you know all about the not-so-great compound, acetaldehyde you can confidently approach your next night out with these tips! Join our Facebook Group to chat with other NDW fans, hear customer success stories, and get some exclusive discounts and access to giveaways! See you in there!