THE MORNING AFTER
What: Bud & Tender CBD Cannabis Oil claims to have strong anti-inflammatory effects that banish not only headaches and nausea, but may also help repair cell damage to the brain and liver tissues. Pop some under your tongue – dose dependent on hangover severity – and wait.
The verdict: “For years, I’ve been convinced that hair of the dog is the only thing that works for me when it comes to hangovers (despite every expert advising against it) and this didn’t change my mind. Instead of CBD oil easing the pain of my brain feeling too big for my head, or my eyeballs being made of sand, it simply repeated on me every time I did a hangover burp. Which was frequently. So next time I drink countless Long Island Iced Teas, I’ll be reaching for a Kopparberg the next day instead.”
Anna £80, Budandtender.com What: BrainWave, an app that deploys low-frequency alpha and theta waves, which the makers say ease headaches, nausea and a whole host of other ailments.
The verdict: “My first impression was that the app sounds a bit like an alien has climbed inside one of those noise machines meant to help you sleep. While it was relaxing, I don’t think it made a dent in my lock-in-at-a-karaoke-bar hangover. Perhaps it’s because I fired it up on the train, only to discover you’re meant to use it while you’re still in bed. I can imagine it helping to send me to sleep or reduce anxiety, but in terms of quashing my nausea and tiredness after staying up until 5am? Nah. I’ll stick to my iced coffee and crying in the shower, thanks.” Jennifer £4.99, App Store
What: Old faithful
Berocca tablets contain a host of vitamins, including B3, B5, B12, magnesium and C, so popping one in a pint of water may help repair your liver, and the water should rehydrate you.
The verdict: “Although I was dubious about a little orange tablet doing me any good, it tasted great and made me feel better than my usual “cure” of a bacon sarnie... for a bit. Sadly, I reverted back to feeling terrible later in the day. Sob.” Lizzi £5 for 15 tablets, Boots