There is a right and wrong way to do almost anything. No exception with drinking liquor. Here are some of the best tips for avoiding the worst risks of alcohol consumption.
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Method 1 of 3: Prepare Yourself before Drinking
Step 1. Meet the body's need for fluids
Alcohol can dehydrate you. So, it is important to make sure that you have adequate fluid levels. Your system will be better prepared for intoxication if you are properly hydrated before drinking alcohol.
- You have to get into the habit of drinking plenty of water every day to stay hydrated. If not, you should start the habit. To be clear, understand that soda, juice and tea do not count as “drinking water”. These drinks do contain water, but there is no better liquid than water to hydrate the body. Drink more water before you consume large amounts of alcohol.
- Take physical activity into account when deciding how much water to drink. If you go to the gym or exercise before hitting the bar, you should drink plenty of water before consuming alcohol. If you plan to drink alcohol while going to the dance, be prepared to supplement your alcohol consumption with plenty of water.
Step 2. Take note of any other substances that can cause dehydration and don't mix them with too much alcohol
The most common substances are caffeine, sugar, and sodium. Don't eat dessert if you plan to drink a lot of alcohol.
- It has recently been discovered that drinking four cups of coffee per day will not dehydrate you as previously thought. You still need to be careful about consuming products like energy drinks and caffeinated sodas because these products usually combine unhealthy amounts of sugar and caffeine. Also note that the sweeteners contained in diet soda can cause dehydration that is more severe than natural sugar. If you must mix your booze with products like Red Bull or Cola, balance that out by drinking a glass of water between activities.
- Remember that everyone has a different reaction to the substances they consume. Depending on your weight, height, metabolic rate, and other biological factors, you may need to drink more or less water to prevent symptoms of dehydration.
- Be aware of the symptoms of dehydration that your body is experiencing so you can control its condition throughout the night. Early symptoms of dehydration usually include headaches, dizziness, and nausea. Be prepared to stop drinking and start drinking water as soon as possible if you experience any of the above symptoms.
Step 3. Eat before consuming alcohol
If you drink alcohol on an empty stomach, you will become intoxicated more quickly and the effects will be much more intense.
- Be careful when drinking while eating. Some types of drinks, such as wine, are suitable for consumption with various types of food. Drinking beer while eating will make you full faster. It's a good idea to give yourself an hour after dinner before you start drinking.
- With some food in your system, less alcohol is delivered to your bloodstream so you can drink more alcohol before you lose consciousness.
- Foods that are good to eat before drinking are those that contain lots of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Some examples of such foods are hamburgers, french fries, eggs, bread, potatoes, bacon, tacos, etc. Although fried foods are not good for general health, they are good to eat before drinking at a bar.
- Consuming alcohol to touch or exceed the limit of intoxication can damage your body. The effect will feel lighter if you regularly take multivitamins. However, be aware that multivitamins take a long time and large amounts of water to dissolve in the body. If you plan to drink in the evening, take your vitamins in the morning while drinking plenty of water.
Step 4. Understand that alcohol is not suitable for drinking with most drugs
Studies show that 70% of Americans take prescription drugs on a regular basis. If you're one of those people who do this, check the information on the package you got from the pharmacy to see if there's a ban on alcohol consumption before taking the drug.
- Also check the warning labels on the packaging of drugs sold in stalls.
- Alcohol can decrease the effectiveness of many antibiotic medications. This substance can also cause nausea, as well as other side effects when combined with the drug.
- Most antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications should not be taken with alcohol under any circumstances. Your doctor may have warned you about this. So, you should already know that taking these drugs with alcohol should not be done.
- Painkillers should not be taken with alcohol. Even over-the-counter drugs containing acetaminophen and ibuprofen can cause liver damage when taken with alcohol. If you have previously taken a few pills of ibuprofen for cramping and headaches, wait 4-6 hours before drinking.
- Medicines usually require a lot of water to be fully absorbed into the body. Some medications can cause dehydration. Even if your meds can be mixed with alcohol, make sure you're drinking enough water to balance the fluids before you start drinking bottles of liquor.
Step 5. Rest as much as possible
Symptoms of lack of sleep will exacerbate the effects of alcohol consumption. Lack of sleep causes many of the symptoms similar to alcohol intoxication. You will surely fall unconscious sooner if you are sleep deprived. Think about this before you start drinking.
- If you didn't get enough sleep the night before, you'll feel intoxicated after a few sips of the drink.
- Take a nap before partying just to be safe. You can do this between work and before going to the bar.
Step 6. Don't drink alone
Besides being dangerous, this is also not fun. When you're drinking alone, it's very easy to drink too much and get drunk quickly. You certainly don't want to embarrass yourself. Also, no one will notice if you faint from alcohol poisoning.
Be careful when going out for a drink alone. Loneliness will make it easier for you to seek attention from strangers, potentially dragging you into dangerous situations. Go out drinking with at least a trusted friend
Step 7. Appoint someone on duty to take you home before you and your friends drink alcohol
Otherwise, you run the risk of not being able to get home, driving with a drunk driver, or driving home alone in poor condition.
- Have cash ready to pay for a taxi in case no one wants to stay sober. Ask your friends to do the same.
- If a drinking event is being held at your place, provide accommodation for guests who cannot drive home. As the host, it's your responsibility to make sure no party guests drive home drunk.
Method 2 of 3: Drink Responsibly
Step 1. Remember your past experiences
This can be a good indicator of limiting how much alcohol you can drink without acting stupid.
- Most people have at least one type of alcohol that is not suitable for consumption. Knowing which types of cocktails contain these substances can help you avoid them.
- If this is your first drinking experience, start slowly with a few beers or a few glasses of wine so you know how bad alcohol is on your body.
- Be careful when experimenting with new things. Sometimes, it can take years to see the effect each type of alcohol has on your body.
Step 2. Do not mix too many types of alcohol at once
Some people have different reactions to alcohol mixtures than others, but generally drinking the same type of alcohol throughout the night has a milder effect on the body.
- Tequila is known to be incompatible with other alcoholic beverages.
- A crme liqueur like Irish Crème can mix in some delicious cocktails, but it has a "bloating" effect that can make your stomach hurt more quickly. This drink should not be consumed in excess.
- Some people also have trouble combining beer with alcohol. Unfortunately, the best way to find out what drinks work and what doesn't is to experiment with as much as possible.
- Some drinks have a different type of alcohol in them. Keep in mind that cocktails like Long Island Iced Tea contain several types of alcohol, and can be more intoxicating than other liquors. Be careful when consuming these cocktails and limit your consumption to moderation.
- You should always know what to drink. A good bar attendant should be able to clearly tell what ingredients are in the cocktails served. You can also watch how the drink is made to gauge your expectations. If you're making your own drink, use the recipe guide carefully and use a shotgun to measure the amount.
Step 3. Beware of added sugar and syrup
Beginners usually like to mask the strong smell of alcohol with a spicy mix to make it easier to swallow. As already mentioned, sugar can increase the dehydrating effect of alcohol and is usually synonymous with loss of consciousness and the appearance of hangover symptoms.
- Some types of alcohol, such as rum, brandy, bourbon, and cordial have a fairly high sugar content. Be careful when mixing these drinks with sugar-based substances.
- Remember that when you order drinks like whiskey and cola, there is only one shot of whiskey in your glass. The rest of the drinks served are mostly high-fructose corn syrup. When you get drunk, you have consumed two or three times more sugar than alcohol.
- Also be aware that not all bars serve 100% pure juices. So, any fruit juice mixed into a cocktail must contain added sweeteners.
- Popular liquors like Sex on the Beach have less alcohol than mixed drinks. This drink is served in a shot, but not all parts of the drink contain alcohol because it contains mixed substances.
- Diet drink mixes may not contain sugar, but sugar substitutes are known to cause more dehydration than regular sugar.
- If you want to avoid the dehydrating effects of sugar, use a soda and tonic mixture. Soda is basically just carbonated water. The tonic contains quinine which has an anti-pain and anti-inflammatory effect. These drinks also contain sugar, but not as much as carbonated drinks. Some brands of diet tonic drinks contain no sugar at all. So, this drink can be a good mix for alcohol. A tonic can't disguise the taste of alcohol or alcohol, but it won't make you vomit, have a headache, or experience other hangover symptoms.
Step 4. Buy well-known brand alcohol if you can
Cheap liquor has a lot of impurities that can cause a more severe hangover. You may not be able to afford a lot of branded liquor in one night, but it tastes better. This means you can enjoy the taste without needing to use a lot of mixture.
Step 5. Don't rush
Drinking fast is fun, but surviving the effects is also more difficult. You'll find it easier to drink too much if you drink too quickly because the effects of alcohol aren't felt until you decide to drink again. A good drinking tempo for consuming alcohol is one drink every hour.
- Make sure your drinks are measured correctly so you can limit yourself accurately. If you drink at the bar, you can rest assured that everything is covered. If you're mixing your own drinks or drinking at a party, be sure to always calculate the alcohol content of each drink by counting each sip.
- Listen to what your body says. After finishing each drink, check your body for signs of dehydration before drinking again. As already mentioned, the signs in question are headaches, nausea, and dizziness. Stop drinking alcohol and drink water as soon as these signs appear. Also pay attention to the motor condition of your body. If you stumble easily or have trouble speaking clearly, you should not drink alcohol again.
- Listen to what your friends have to say. If people who care about you ask you to cut back or stop drinking completely that night, they're probably right.
Step 6. Know when to stop
There are many ways to find out, but it all comes down to self-awareness and self-control. This ability often comes as you get older and have more experience. So knowing when to stop drinking can be difficult for those who are just learning to drink alcohol.
- Set boundaries for yourself from the start. Three drinks is a great limit for novice drinkers. This amount is enough to make you feel the euphoria and social lubrication of the drunk experience without vomiting, losing consciousness, or losing control.
- If you think you have a problem limiting yourself, share your drinking limits with a friend or designated driver home and ask them to remind you.
Method 3 of 3: Finishing Your Night Right
Step 1. Eat something
Avoid consuming sugar at this time. You will thank yourself the next morning.
- Stop at a restaurant on the way home and have something for breakfast. Choose foods that can absorb water, oily, and contain lots of carbohydrates. These foods are unhealthy to eat, but as mentioned earlier, they are great for getting rid of alcohol from your system without getting too much into the blood.
- At the very least, eat a snack that can absorb water, such as crackers, popcorn, or pretzels before going to bed.
Step 2. Drink at least a glass of water before going to bed
If you can, drink a lot.
Go to the bathroom to pee before bed
Step 3. Take 200mg tablets of ibuprofen
This drug is useful as a preventive measure for dandruff.
- You should only do this AFTER eating and drinking plenty of water. Drinking large amounts of alcohol can temporarily damage the inner walls of your stomach. Food, water, and rest for a few hours can improve your physical condition to receive ibuprofen which can relieve pain and not cause harm.
- Just in case, don't take more than one pill.
- Avoid taking acetaminophen because this substance can increase the risk of liver damage.
Step 4. Understand that you will sleep better after a hangover
You will sleep more soundly, although your sleep quality will also decrease. Do what needs to be done to address this.
If you have to wake up at a certain time, set your alarm to go off earlier. You may need extra time to get out of bed
Warning
- Alcohol is illegal in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bangladesh. Drinking alcohol in these countries can subject you to severe penalties.
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DON'T DRIVE DRINKS.
Drunk driving VERY DANGEROUS AND ILLEGAL and can cause accidents, and can land you in jail, especially in Malaysia and Singapore.
- In the United States, you must be 21 years of age or older to purchase alcohol.
- Understand the laws in your country and check the minimum drinking age. Don't drink if you are a minor.
- Know your limits. Don't go beyond it.
