A hangover is your body’s reaction to drinking too much alcohol.

Symptoms include fatigue, nausea, headache, sensitivity to light, dehydration or dizziness that lasts for several hours.

Research on hangovers is limited, and the exact processes behind them are poorly understood.

It’s thought that the body experiences specific hormonal and immune responses during a hangover that trigger different symptoms ( 1 , 2 , 3 ).

While there is no known cure for hangovers, several foods and drinks may alleviate symptoms ( 4 ).

Here are the 23 best foods and beverages to help ease a hangover.