What is the best cure for a hangover?
As most of us enjoy a drink or two, we occasionally suffer the after effects. The hangover, with its throbbing headache, nausea and dehydration can make you feel like you never want to drink again. A way to minimise these effects is to drink plenty of water and to supplement with milk thistle to help remove toxins from your body. Alcohol mainly affects the liver, whose function is to break down harmful substances in the body. Research has shown that milk thistle promotes the regeneration of new cells, which replace old and damaged ones – helping to keep your liver healthy. It works by stimulating the production of a chemical called RNA polymerase A, which boosts ribosomal-protein synthesis to regenerate the liver. Milk Thistle is a powerful anti-oxidant that may protect the liver by blocking the entrance of harmful toxins while also helping to remove toxins from the liver cells. The recommended daily dosage is 200-400mg. Q: I suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), my doctor has re
