8 foods to beat your hangover blues

1) Crisp, greasy bacon

2) A fluffy omelette 

3) A big dollop of butter or jam... with warm bread

4) French toast, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar

5) Coconut water... and flesh

6) Cheesy fries

7) A massive chicken taquito, with lots of fresh guacamole

8) A hot crêpe or pancake with Nutella and fresh fruit

Also read: 6 drinking mistakes everyone makes (and to avoid)

This is the most important rule: practise moderation. Sticking to one drink (for women) and two for men at a time, with an occasional two-three rounds session thrown in (it's festive time after all) should be the plan. Why? 'Coz while one drink may help you relax and loosen your muscles, excess can make you more than just tipsy and cause a lot of loose tongue (was that really you who asked boss to give a hike or go take a hike?) and social embarrassment also known as "alcohol stupidity" (defined as a false sense of confidence and daring for a period of time).

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