Drinking coffee or having a shower will sober me up and stop me getting a hangover

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Nothing can speed up the break down of alcohol in your blood stream except time and plenty of water. Even one or two drinks will affect your coordination, judgement and reaction, so plan how you’re getting home before you go out or nominate a designated driver . Never be tempted to drink and drive  you risk losing your licence, job – and worse.

A hangover can't be cured, although some people believe a strong coffee, a cold shower or fizzy drinks can help. In fact, time is the only cure, allowing the liver to get on with its job in eliminating the alcohol from your system, helped along by drinking lots of water.

Symptoms of a hangover include feeling thirsty, sick, tired and headachey, and being more sensitive to noise and bright lights. These effects are caused by alcohol acting as a 'diuretic'. This means that alcohol makes the body lose too much water, causing dehydration. Alcohol also irritates the lining of the stomach, leading to indigestion, nausea and dehydration. Click here for tips .