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The best foods to eat before drinking alcohol
- You can't deny that booze can do a number on your body, especially when you have a few too many. But by taking a few precautions before the alcohol starts to flow, you can help minimize the damage. In fact, picking the right foods before you indulge in an alcoholic beverage or two can help control hunger, balance electrolytes, and decrease some of the adverse effects associated with alcohol. Intrigued? Click on for the best foods to eat before drinking.
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Salmon
- One of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is associated with a multitude of health benefits.
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Salmon
- Some researchers suggest that omega-3 fatty acids could help reduce some of the harmful effects of alcohol, including inflammation in the brain. Also, salmon is high in protein, which may help slow the absorption of alcohol.
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Eggs
- Highly nutritious and filling, eating protein-rich foods like eggs before drinking booze can help slow the emptying of your stomach and delay alcohol absorption.
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Eggs
- Also, protein is the most filling macronutrient, keeping you fuller for longer. This can reduce your risk of alcohol-induced food binges later in the night.
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Bananas
- Packed with fiber, bananas are an excellent pre-drinking choice, as they help slow alcohol absorption into your bloodstream.
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Bananas
- Plus, they’re high in potassium, which may prevent electrolyte imbalances associated with drinking alcohol.
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Oats
- Oats are a great source of fiber and protein, which support feelings of fullness and ease the effects of alcohol.
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Oats
- Packed with magnesium, selenium, and iron, research has shown that oats could benefit liver health by improving function.
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Greek yogurt
- Containing a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs, unsweetened Greek yogurt is one of the best foods you can eat before a night of drinking.
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Greek yogurt
- Greek yogurt also helps keep you full all night long to prevent hunger and cravings fueled by alcohol.
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Chia pudding
- Chia seeds are a great source of fiber and protein, as well as micronutrients like manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium.
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Chia pudding
- Plus, chia seeds are rich in antioxidants, which may help prevent cell damage and protect your liver.
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Sweet potatoes
- Sweet potatoes aren't only a great source of potassium to help balance electrolyte levels, but they're also high in complex carbs.
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Sweet potatoes
- Complex carbs are composed of larger molecules that take longer to break down, which can be beneficial for reducing the effects of alcohol.
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Berries
- Berries like strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries are loaded with antioxidants and essential nutrients, including fiber, manganese, and vitamin C.
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Berries
- Berries are also rich in water, helping you stay hydrated, which minimizes the effects of alcohol and dehydration.
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Asparagus
- Full of vitamins and minerals, studies have found that asparagus extract increases the activity of two enzymes that protect liver cells against damage.
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Asparagus
- Asparagus also contains many antioxidants that may be able to repair damage caused by alcohol.
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Avocado
- Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, avocados are great before drinking alcohol. That's because fat takes longer to digest than protein or carbs, resulting in slowing the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream.
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Avocado
- Also, avocados contain potassium, an important electrolyte that’s often diminished with heavy alcohol consumption.
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Grapefruit
- Grapefruit delivers a hearty dose of fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin A. Plus, it also contains naringenin and naringin, two antioxidant compounds that have been shown to prevent liver damage.
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Grapefruit
- Also, a study on animals found that naringin could decrease alcohol-induced fat buildup and injury to the liver.
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Quinoa
- Quinoa is a whole grain high in protein, fiber, and a number of essential micronutrients.
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Quinoa
- It’s particularly high in magnesium and potassium, which can help minimize electrolyte imbalances caused by alcohol consumption.
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Melon
- Honeydew, watermelon, and cantaloupe are all rich in water and can help keep you hydrated while drinking.
© Shutterstock
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Melon
- These fruits are also rich in important electrolytes, which can quickly diminish with excessive alcohol consumption.
© Shutterstock
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Beets
- A superstar ingredient, an animal study showed that beetroot juice exhibited a protective effect on liver cells and decreased cell damage.
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Beets
- Further research found that beetroot juice decreased alcohol-induced liver damage in rats.
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Trail mix
- Homemade trail mix is a great option for a healthy snack before you start drinking. Include nuts and seeds, like almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds. They're all high in fiber and protein, which may help lessen the effects of alcohol.
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Trail mix
- Plus, they’re great sources of magnesium, potassium, and calcium, which can all help prevent electrolyte disturbances. Sources: (Healthline) (Byrdie) See more: Cool facts about frozen food
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The best foods to eat before drinking alcohol
- You can't deny that booze can do a number on your body, especially when you have a few too many. But by taking a few precautions before the alcohol starts to flow, you can help minimize the damage. In fact, picking the right foods before you indulge in an alcoholic beverage or two can help control hunger, balance electrolytes, and decrease some of the adverse effects associated with alcohol. Intrigued? Click on for the best foods to eat before drinking.
© Shutterstock
0 / 31 Fotos
Salmon
- One of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is associated with a multitude of health benefits.
© Shutterstock
1 / 31 Fotos
Salmon
- Some researchers suggest that omega-3 fatty acids could help reduce some of the harmful effects of alcohol, including inflammation in the brain. Also, salmon is high in protein, which may help slow the absorption of alcohol.
© Shutterstock
2 / 31 Fotos
Eggs
- Highly nutritious and filling, eating protein-rich foods like eggs before drinking booze can help slow the emptying of your stomach and delay alcohol absorption.
© Shutterstock
3 / 31 Fotos
Eggs
- Also, protein is the most filling macronutrient, keeping you fuller for longer. This can reduce your risk of alcohol-induced food binges later in the night.
© Shutterstock
4 / 31 Fotos
Bananas
- Packed with fiber, bananas are an excellent pre-drinking choice, as they help slow alcohol absorption into your bloodstream.
© Shutterstock
5 / 31 Fotos
Bananas
- Plus, they’re high in potassium, which may prevent electrolyte imbalances associated with drinking alcohol.
© Shutterstock
6 / 31 Fotos
Oats
- Oats are a great source of fiber and protein, which support feelings of fullness and ease the effects of alcohol.
© Shutterstock
7 / 31 Fotos
Oats
- Packed with magnesium, selenium, and iron, research has shown that oats could benefit liver health by improving function.
© Shutterstock
8 / 31 Fotos
Greek yogurt
- Containing a good balance of protein, fat, and carbs, unsweetened Greek yogurt is one of the best foods you can eat before a night of drinking.
© Shutterstock
9 / 31 Fotos
Greek yogurt
- Greek yogurt also helps keep you full all night long to prevent hunger and cravings fueled by alcohol.
© Shutterstock
10 / 31 Fotos
Chia pudding
- Chia seeds are a great source of fiber and protein, as well as micronutrients like manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, and calcium.
© Shutterstock
11 / 31 Fotos
Chia pudding
- Plus, chia seeds are rich in antioxidants, which may help prevent cell damage and protect your liver.
© Shutterstock
12 / 31 Fotos
Sweet potatoes
- Sweet potatoes aren't only a great source of potassium to help balance electrolyte levels, but they're also high in complex carbs.
© Shutterstock
13 / 31 Fotos
Sweet potatoes
- Complex carbs are composed of larger molecules that take longer to break down, which can be beneficial for reducing the effects of alcohol.
© Shutterstock
14 / 31 Fotos
Berries
- Berries like strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries are loaded with antioxidants and essential nutrients, including fiber, manganese, and vitamin C.
© Shutterstock
15 / 31 Fotos
Berries
- Berries are also rich in water, helping you stay hydrated, which minimizes the effects of alcohol and dehydration.
© Shutterstock
16 / 31 Fotos
Asparagus
- Full of vitamins and minerals, studies have found that asparagus extract increases the activity of two enzymes that protect liver cells against damage.
© Shutterstock
17 / 31 Fotos
Asparagus
- Asparagus also contains many antioxidants that may be able to repair damage caused by alcohol.
© Shutterstock
18 / 31 Fotos
Avocado
- Rich in healthy monounsaturated fats, avocados are great before drinking alcohol. That's because fat takes longer to digest than protein or carbs, resulting in slowing the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream.
© Shutterstock
19 / 31 Fotos
Avocado
- Also, avocados contain potassium, an important electrolyte that’s often diminished with heavy alcohol consumption.
© Shutterstock
20 / 31 Fotos
Grapefruit
- Grapefruit delivers a hearty dose of fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin A. Plus, it also contains naringenin and naringin, two antioxidant compounds that have been shown to prevent liver damage.
© Shutterstock
21 / 31 Fotos
Grapefruit
- Also, a study on animals found that naringin could decrease alcohol-induced fat buildup and injury to the liver.
© Shutterstock
22 / 31 Fotos
Quinoa
- Quinoa is a whole grain high in protein, fiber, and a number of essential micronutrients.
© Shutterstock
23 / 31 Fotos
Quinoa
- It’s particularly high in magnesium and potassium, which can help minimize electrolyte imbalances caused by alcohol consumption.
© Shutterstock
24 / 31 Fotos
Melon
- Honeydew, watermelon, and cantaloupe are all rich in water and can help keep you hydrated while drinking.
© Shutterstock
25 / 31 Fotos
Melon
- These fruits are also rich in important electrolytes, which can quickly diminish with excessive alcohol consumption.
© Shutterstock
26 / 31 Fotos
Beets
- A superstar ingredient, an animal study showed that beetroot juice exhibited a protective effect on liver cells and decreased cell damage.
© Shutterstock
27 / 31 Fotos
Beets
- Further research found that beetroot juice decreased alcohol-induced liver damage in rats.
© Shutterstock
28 / 31 Fotos
Trail mix
- Homemade trail mix is a great option for a healthy snack before you start drinking. Include nuts and seeds, like almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, and flax seeds. They're all high in fiber and protein, which may help lessen the effects of alcohol.
© Shutterstock
29 / 31 Fotos
Trail mix
- Plus, they’re great sources of magnesium, potassium, and calcium, which can all help prevent electrolyte disturbances. Sources: (Healthline) (Byrdie) See more: Cool facts about frozen food
© Shutterstock
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The best foods to eat before drinking alcohol
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