By Aditi Saraswat
December 26, 2025
New Year's parties are meant for late-night fun, laughs, and clinking of glasses and definitely not a pounding headache the next morning. Eating smart before you step out can protect you from a hangover and help you wake up fresher.
Bananas have potassium, whereas peanut butter has healthy fats. When combined, they slow down the alcohol absorption and keep the energy managed throughout the celebrations.
Curd covers the stomach lining, whereas roasted chana delivers protein and fibre. When combined, it helps balance gut health, lowers acidity, and prevents alcohol from hitting quickly.
Eggs are filled with cysteine, which helps in breaking down the alcohol toxins. Pairing with a toast offers carbs that absorb alcohol slowly and reduce next-day exhaustion.
Paneer or tofu has slow-digesting protein and fats that slow down alcohol absorption. Lightly sautéed with spices, it keeps you full without being too heavy.
Complex carbs such as oats or dalia soak alcohol slowly. Add some vegetables or nuts for fibre, helping maintain hydration and preventing sudden sugar crashes.
Almonds, walnuts, and raisins have healthy fats, minerals, and natural sugars. Having a small handful of it before stepping out provides hydration and protects the stomach lining.