Top 10 Hangover Foods You Need the Day After Drinking! Only Foods That Actually Worked

Last Night's Regret, Today's Reality

Hello! There was a company dinner last night... I got swept up in the atmosphere and drank much more than usual, so this morning my head is pounding and I feel nauseous, it's really tough ㅠㅠ. I have a weak liver, so the day after drinking is always like this for me.

So, I've compiled a list of hangover foods that I've personally tried and found effective. This isn't just information I found online; I've ranked only the foods that truly relieved my hangover!

1st Place: Bean Sprout Soup - The Absolute Champion of Hangover Cures

Just remember this one thing. Bean sprout soup is the best! Doctors also recommend it as the number one hangover food.

I usually eat bean sprout hangover soup at a 24-hour restaurant near my house, and just one sip of the broth really clears my stomach. Asparagine in bean sprouts helps break down alcohol. Especially the tails of the bean sprouts contain a lot of this component, so make sure to eat the tails too!

One more tip! A clear and refreshing bean sprout soup is better for hangovers than one that's too spicy. I like to add just a little Cheongyang pepper for a bit of spice.

2nd Place: Clam Soup/Short-necked Clam Soup - The Ultimate in Refreshment

The second recommendation is clam soup! The broth made with short-necked clams or manila clams is really refreshing.

Taurine in clams is said to help detoxify the liver. And the unique refreshing taste of clam soup! This is thanks to components like taurine, betaine, and succinic acid. It's scientifically recognized as a hangover food.

I usually make it at home with frozen short-necked clams, and it's easier than you might think. Just purge the clams and boil them. If you purge them the night you come home after drinking, you can boil them right away the next morning.

3rd Place: Dried Pollack Soup - A Hearty Meal

The third is dried pollack soup. Soup made with dried pollack or pollack is surprisingly good for hangovers!

Dried pollack contains many components that help restore liver function. It's also rich in protein, making it a dual-purpose food for both hangover relief and nutrition.

My mom always makes dried pollack soup for me the day after I drink, and it really soothes my stomach. Especially if you add a lot of radish, it becomes even more refreshing and invigorating.

4th Place: Bone Hangover Soup - A Meeting of Hearty and Hangover Relief

Bone hangover soup is truly hearty! It has a rich broth made from beef bones with napa cabbage and bean sprouts, making it nutritious and effective for hangovers.

The main ingredient, beef, is rich in high-quality protein and amino acids, boosting immunity, and the vitamin D in napa cabbage helps relieve hangovers. I occasionally visit a famous bone hangover soup restaurant in Euljiro, and after a bowl, I feel really full and refreshed.

However, it's a bit greasy, so if your stomach is really upset, it might be best to avoid it. I recommend it when you're somewhat recovered and want a hearty meal!

5th Place: Sundae Soup - A Detox Powerhouse

Sundae soup is also great for hangovers! The iron and selenium in pig intestines help eliminate waste from the body.

I was initially a bit hesitant about sundae soup, but after trying it, the broth was really refreshing and invigorating. Especially in Busan, they often use pork soup for hangovers, and I can understand why.

There are many sundae soup restaurants in Seoul, so I recommend giving it a try. It's less intimidating than you might think and definitely effective for hangovers!

6th Place: Jjamppong - The Temptation of Spicy Flavor

Jjamppong is a divisive hangover food. Personally, I like it, but it's not medically recommended.

It's too spicy and salty, which can irritate the damaged stomach lining. But if you like spicy food like me and want a definite hangover cure with a spicy broth, it's really good!

The white jjamppong I had at a jjamppong restaurant in Sinchon was really delicious. It was less irritating than regular jjamppong but still effective for hangovers. For those who can't handle spicy food, I recommend white jjamppong!

7th Place: Seaweed Soup - Gentle Hangover Relief

Seaweed soup is a really gentle and mild hangover food. It's perfect when your stomach is too upset to handle spicy foods.

Alginate in seaweed helps eliminate toxins from the body, and it's very easy to digest. I make it simply at home, and if you add a little soybean paste, it becomes more savory and delicious.

It's especially recommended for women. It replenishes iron and relieves hangovers, a two-in-one benefit!

8th Place: Tomato - Simple and Effective

Tomato is a really simple yet effective hangover food! Lycopene in tomatoes helps eliminate toxic substances produced during alcohol breakdown.

When I come home after drinking, I buy a tomato juice from the convenience store and drink it before bed. It makes the next day much easier. It's also rich in vitamin C, which is good for liver protection.

You can eat cherry tomatoes as they are or drink tomato juice. It's a really convenient hangover method!

9th Place: Egg - The Hidden Card for Alcohol Detox

Eggs are surprisingly good for hangovers! Cysteine in eggs helps remove alcohol toxins.

I usually eat it as egg soup or steamed eggs, which are soft, easy to digest, and nice. Especially the cholesterol in egg yolks helps break down alcohol in the stomach, so it's better to eat them half-cooked rather than fully cooked.

Even simply adding an egg to ramen can have a hangover-relieving effect!

10th Place: Cucumber - The King of Hydration

Lastly, cucumber! Cucumber is very hydrating, and ascorbinase in it helps break down alcohol.

The abundant potassium in cucumbers aids in the excretion of waste and diuretic action, helping to eliminate alcohol toxins through urine. I always keep cucumbers in the fridge and eat them raw or make cucumber salad the morning after drinking.

Especially in summer, cold cucumber soup is really great. It's refreshing and invigorating, perfect for hangovers!

Foods to Avoid for Hangovers

Tips for Eating Hangover Foods

Timing is Important

Eating hangover-friendly foods before drinking can help prevent hangovers. Especially eggs or tomatoes are good to eat before drinking.

Hydration is Essential

No matter what hangover food you eat, drinking plenty of water is most important. Replenish the fluids in your dehydrated body due to alcohol.

Avoid Overly Stimulating Foods

When your stomach is upset, opt for mild and gentle foods rather than spicy and salty ones. Gradually recover.

Conclusion

I've compiled the top 10 hangover foods I've personally experienced! There may be individual differences, but I especially recommend bean sprout soup and clam soup from this list. You can really see definite effects.

Of course, the most important thing is not to overdrink... but if you inevitably have to attend a drinking party, I hope you can relieve your hangover with these foods!

If you have your own hangover tips, please share them in the comments. Let's create a healthy drinking culture together!