5 Ways to Detox a Holiday Hangover

The day after a long holiday weekend is always depressing when you’re indulging in wine and food. Here are five ways to detox a holiday hangover.

As a result of my Fourth of July escapades, my fingers and toes are swollen, my pants feel a bit tighter, and my face looks puffy this morning. Even though I have a fast metabolism (breastfeeding keeps my peanut butter/fluff addiction off my backside), I still feel gross when I don’t eat healthy.

So what is a girl to do? The best way to get rid of a holiday hangover is to DETOX.

I never do anything crazy. I just follow 5 little steps for a few days and I feel better in no time.

Step 1 – Water is a must for a hangover.

Water water everywhere. I drink SO much water on a daily basis, but if I’m trying to detox my body of too much sugar (in the form of Sav Blanc) I drink twice as much. Sometimes I add in a few lemons, cucumber, or even strawberries.

Step 2 – Move your body.

Before I had children, I was a workout fanatic. I went to the gym, or a workout class, every day of the week. As a SAHM, I don’t have the time or a babysitter to get anywhere but out in the neighborhood with the girls. Or we have a dance party. I will try anything to sweat a little.

Step 3 – Vitamins

Don’t forget to take your vitamins! I always do when I have a lot going on and skipping a vitamin can be detrimental. Vitamins only work when you take them every day.

Step 4 – Eat Clean to detox your body.

During a detox, I try to steer clear of my beloved BBQ potato chips and strawberry poptarts (yes I really do eat that crap). I choose fresh foods and anything unprocessed. Unfortunately, a lot of vegetables bother my belly, so I have a limited number of things I can actually eat. Tonight I’m making a grilled summer detox salad  and a bunch of grilled chicken to nibble on this week.

Try these dairy free recipes.

Step 5 – Sleep as much possible.

I never get enough sleep when my family and friends are in town – and sleep is when our body rests. Not only do I feel gross when I’m purposely staying up too late (I’m used to not sleeping with the baby), but my normal anxiety is intensified. Get yourself back on a sleep schedule as soon as possible.