Science has dispelled the myth that “beer before strong beer” alleviates hangovers

90 students were tested. Scientists from Germany debunked the common myth that the order of drinking influences the severity of a hangover. A study published in the American Journal Of Clinical Nutrition refuted popular statements: “strong beer before strong beer will be fine,” “strong beer before beer will cause a hangover,” and others. DiscussScience has dispelled the myth that “beer before strong beer” softens a hangover

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Scientists recruited 90 people aged 19 to 40 to test these sayings, dividing them into three groups. The first group drank beer first, then wine, the second – vice versa. And the third (control) drank only beer or only wine. After each drink of alcohol, a survey was conducted about how people felt.

The results showed that the order of drinking alcoholic beverages did not have a significant effect on the severity of the hangover. A more important factor is how the body processes alcohol.

Experts also note that the amount of alcohol consumed and the rate at which alcohol is consumed have a greater impact on the severity of a hangover. Another possible factor is a lack of water in the body and drinking alcohol on an empty stomach.

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