Guest guest Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Namaste, Marilette, Thank you so much for all of your time in answering our questions. I wondered, in the unfortunate event when one drinks a little too much, what is the protocol for a hangover? Many blessings, Meghan ========================== Dear Meghan, Atma namaste. Thank you for your email. Medical Background: Greasy food, tomato juice, raw eggs...myths abound concerning possible cures for the hangover. Are any of them effective? To determine how to treat a hangover, it's important to understand a bit about why a hangover develops. The most common symptoms of a hangover are: * headache, * lethargy, * nausea, * diarrhea, and * sensitivity to light and noise. The exact cause of hangover has not been determined, but dehydration, hormonal changes, and inflammatory effects caused by the breakdown products of alcohol are likely responsible for the symptoms. Since alcohol alters levels of certain brain chemicals known as neurotransmitters, a disrupted sleep pattern with less restful sleep may also contribute to the symptoms of hangover. Hangover is medically also known as vasalgia. There is little scientific evidence to back up many of the proposed " hangover cures " . However, experts agree that re-hydration is an essential step in managing the symptoms of hangover. Drinking lots of water during and after consumption of alcohol can be of benefit, as can consumption of electrolyte-containing beverages such as some sports drinks. If you can consume fluids before going to bed following an evening of over-indulging, that's even better. " Sleeping it off " is another tried-and-true remedy. Taking pain relievers, such as ibuprofen, to relieve headaches and muscle aches can also be helpful. However, avoid taking the pain reliever acetaminophen, which has the potential to damage the liver, especially in conjunction with alcohol. Most experts agree that eating can help relieve the symptoms of hangover, but, contrary to popular belief, there are no specific foods or types of foods that are best in this situation. Vitamin B1 (thiamine) and B6 (pyridoxine) supplements have also been shown in some studies to lessen the severity of hangover symptoms. What about that cup of coffee? Coffee itself has not been proven to have an effect on hangover symptoms, but the caffeine in coffee can increase the effect of pain medicines, such as ibuprofen. Because caffeine can further dehydrate the body, most experts don't recommend drinking coffee while nursing a hangover. Green tea or other decaffeinated teas are a better choice. Finally, as with many other conditions, the adage about the ounce of prevention holds true. Avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, drinking plenty of non-alcoholic beverages between alcoholic drinks, and consuming alcohol with food can all help you avoid a hangover. Source: " Hangover " , Medical Author: Melissa Conrad Stoppler, MD Medical Editor: William C. Shiel, Jr, MD, FACP, FACR. eMedicineHealth Pranic Healing: 1. Invoke and scan before, during and after treatment. 2. Instruct the patient proper slow deep abdominal Pranic Breathing. Wait until the patient has completed 12 cycles of Pranic Breathing before starting the treatment. Ask the patient to continue Pranic Breathing during treatment. 3. General sweeping twice using LWG. 4. Localized thorough sweeping on the abdominal area, the front and back solar plexus chakra, the liver and the navel chakra. Energize the solar plexus chakra and navel chakra with LWG-B. Apply more localized sweeping. 5. Localized thorough sweeping on the front and back of the lungs. Energize through the back of the lungs with LWG, LWO then ordinary LWV. 6. Localized thorough sweeping on the head area, the ajna chakra, forehead chakra, crown chakra, back head minor chakra, jaw minor chakras and throat chakra alternately with LWG and ordinary LWV. Energize them with LWG then with ordinary LWV. 7. Localized thorough sweeping on the basic chakra. Energize with W. 8. Stabilize and release projected pranic energy. 9. Repeat treatment after an hour if necessary. For patient: - Light physical exercise - Drink 200 ml. or more of water. Love, Marilette Source: MASTER CHOA KOK SUI - Miracles Through Pranic Healing, Advanced Pranic Healing, Pranic Psychotherapy, Pranic Crystal Healing. PHQANDA and its contents are copyrighted by the Institute for Inner Studies, Inc.(IISI). Downloading, reproducing or copying in any manner or form, in part or as a whole, is prohibited without expressed written permission from IISI. Exception is given for single copy made for personal use only and when a brief passage or quotation is reproduced within proper context, without alteration and with proper acknowledgment. NOTICE: 1. Pranic Healing is not intended to replace orthodox medicine, but rather to complement it. If symptoms persist or if the ailment is severe, please consult immediately a medical doctor and a Certified Pranic Healer. 2. Pranic Healers who are are not medical doctors should not prescribe nor interfere with prescribed medications and/or medical treatments. ~ Master Choa Kok Sui MCKS website: http://www.globalpranichealing.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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