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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at U Vic chapter.

With Saint Patrick’s Day behind us, you may be regretting the extra beers you had during your big night out (or in)! While you may have woken up with something stained green, there’s other problems on your plate. Feeling dehydrated and like you slept on a boat in rocky seas can put a damper on your day, but with these tips, hopefully you can shorten your time of misery!

If you’re so hungover you can’t move:

We’ve been there – sometimes it feels like you can’t grab a glass of water with a throbbing headache and nausea in the way. If you have roommates, asking them to bring you a glass of water as a favour can help you get back on your feet soon. Bland foods such as bread are a plus to get in your system, however if your stomach can’t fathom it, having easy access to food (such as on your bedside table) can prevent any additional gut-turning walks to the kitchen. 

If you’re feeling just a little off:

So, you’re thankful you’re only experiencing some shakes and “hangxiety” – now what can you do to recover by the afternoon? A healthy breakfast can be key for recuperating. As alcohol can disrupt the absorption of amino acids, incorporating lots of protein can help you recover any missed nutrients. 

After a big night out, you probably want to hit snooze on your morning workout. You don’t have to miss out on movement, as stretches can help mend those hangover aches and pains. Yoga with Adriene has a great hangover yoga practice to check out, but if you can’t stomach a full video, child’s pose is my personal fav!

If you’re feeling in top shape:

Consider me jealous. 

Overall:

Now with an afternoon free for activities, you can finally get started on that paper due soon (or nap, which will be my plans). If you’re still feeling rough, water is your friend, both during the night out and the day after! You’ll be in tip-top shape in no time.

Savannah is currently in her fourth year at UVic majoring in English and Business! When not swamped with readings, she can be found exploring downtown, drinking way too many pumpkin spice cold brews, reading, and enjoying the experiences UVic has to offer.