Drinking has become one of the ways many try to relax and wind down from a long work week. Some drink socially, some recreational and some just overdo it… Regardless of your drinking patterns, one thing is usually unavoidable for anyone who drinks alcohol. The dreaded hangover.

That horrible feeling the next day that has made everyone say, at least once, “I am never drinking again!” Usually spoken late night when you are praying to the porcelain God or the next morning when you feel like you were run over by an 18 wheeler and then set on fire. Hangovers are the worst!

There have been a million and one old wives tales about hangover cure. From drinking 4 raw eggs mixed with snake oil and a dash of prayer, to the horrible horrible advice of “hair of the dog”, which basically means drinking some more. All that does FYI is delay the hangover and make it worse when it inevitably comes, and it will.

The good news is that we may have stumbled upon a hangover cure that actually works. CBD is showing hope in helping some get rid of hangovers.

Anecdotally, here are a few ways CBD can help kick that hangover to the curb:

• Easing Nausea – CBD has been found to activate the mono amine neurotransmitter by the name of 5-HT1A in our brains that reduces nausea sensation.

• Easing the Dilation of Blood Vessels – CBD contains significant neuroprotective properties that can help ease the dilation of blood vessels therefore helping to cure your hangover headache!

• Counteracting the Effects of Alcohol – Studies are showing that if you consume CBD while you are consuming alcohol, it could lead to lower blood alcohol levels, which can not only help a hangover and possibly even preventing you from ever getting one.

The non-psychoactive or non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis is helping to relieve symptoms of hangovers. CBD has been the center of attention over recent years and is being shown to significantly help you feel human and reduce the symptoms or consequences of hangovers.

It is important to recognize that CBD will not immediately alleviate a hangover, but it does provide benefits that help your body to recuperate from a night of drinking. Many people are finding that popping a few CBD edibles, capsule or a couple drops of oil before bed and another in the morning can really help them with a hangover. So before heading out for the night, do yourself a favor and stock up on some CBD products.

I want to leave you with some parting words of wisdom. The best cure for a hangover not getting one by either not drinking, drinking responsibly, staying hydrated and always putting some food in your body before consuming alcohol. Also, always have a designated driver or call an Uber.

Always consult a trained physician prior to making the personal choice to try CBD.