Here are ten drinks to reach for the morning after, along with an honest note on what actually helps and one appliance that makes drinking more water easy.
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Not medical advice. Nothing cures a hangover except time. The best plan is to drink less, alternate water with alcohol, and eat. The drinks below help you rehydrate; check with a doctor if you have health conditions.
Naturally contains potassium. Freeze it into ice cubes for later.
Oral rehydration drinks and sports drinks replace sodium and fluid. Dilute sugary ones with water.
Gentle caffeine without the coffee jolt. Add a squeeze of lemon.
A traditional choice for an unsettled stomach. Sweeten with honey.
Mostly water, with a little natural sugar. Blend it with ice for a slushie.
Salty and savory, the base of a virgin Bloody Mary. Add hot sauce if you like.
Calming and caffeine-free. Make a batch and chill it.
Keep a jug in the fridge for all-day sipping.
Good with breakfast, but go easy if your stomach is sensitive.
Mix it with sparkling water for a fizzy, not-too-sweet option.
People drink more water when it’s cold and fun to chew. That’s the whole case for a countertop nugget ice maker, and it earns its counter space at the next party too.
The ‘Sonic ice’ machine.
What owners say · On r/IceChewersAnonymous, r/GEappliances and the Woot forum, owners love the ice but report screeching from mineral buildup (use distilled water), mold in the hidden tank without regular cleaning, a dusty condenser, and lifespans of two to three years. GE says this model is no longer manufactured, so stock may run out.
A self-cleaning alternative to the Opal. We haven’t gathered long-term owner feedback yet, so read the current reviews before you buy.
The budget nugget-ice option.
What owners say · Kitchen Gear Dude and KitchenwareCompare owner summaries: good chewable ice, but grinding and clicking noises, limited self-cleaning, and failures reported anywhere from weeks to about 14 months in.
Drinking less, eating beforehand, and a glass of water between drinks. Drinks the morning after only help you rehydrate.
If you drink a lot of iced drinks, owners say yes. Budget for distilled water and regular cleaning.
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