Beyond Water: Weirdly Effective Hangover Cures from Around the World
We all know the basics: drink water, sleep it off, maybe brave a greasy fry-up. But humans have been partying for centuries — and different cultures have come up with some seriously creative hangover cures along the way.
Here are a few of the strangest (and surprisingly effective) rituals people swear by across the globe. No promises you’ll love them all.
🇰🇷 Korea: Haejangguk (“hangover soup”)
A hearty broth with beef, cabbage, and congealed ox blood. Locals swear it “chases away the hangover” — and the electrolytes + hot broth definitely help.
🇵🇱 Poland: Pickle juice shot
Forget tequila — in Poland, the cure is a shot of salty pickle brine. The sodium helps restore lost electrolytes after a night out.
🇯🇵 Japan: Umeboshi (pickled plums)
These salty-sour plums are said to soothe nausea and replenish minerals. The taste? Intense. The recovery? Worth it.
🇲🇽 Mexico: Menudo
A rich, spicy soup made with tripe and chilli. It’s believed to rehydrate and clear the head — plus, spice gets your circulation moving again.
🇩🇰 Denmark: Reparationsbajer (“recovery beer”)
Hair of the dog, Danish-style. While not exactly doctor-approved, some swear a small beer takes the edge off. We’ll let you decide.
Bonus: The Modern Fix
If you’d rather not try congealed ox blood or fermented plums, there’s always the Hangover Patch. Packed with natural supporters like vitamins B1, B12, and milk thistle, it helps your body bounce back by replenishing nutrients while you recover.
The Takeaway
From soups to pickles to patches, cultures everywhere agree: hangovers need support. The best cure? Probably not to overdo it — but when you do, it’s nice to have a little backup.
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