Eating and drinking together is a relaxing time for many people, but excessive drinking may lead to hangover hell the next morning: headache, nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, and weakness often follow. These symptoms are mostly caused by alcohol&rsquos diuretic effect, which leads to the loss of electrolytes such as sodium and potassium.Eating and drinking are widely recognized as one of the best ways to relieve stress (Photo provided by Heho Health)

To cope with these discomforts, Koreans have a traditional remedy &mdash hangover soup. The most classic is spicy soybean sprout soup, which often appears in Korean dramas and variety shows, and is widely used by Koreans to deal with hangovers.

Soybean sprouts are rich in vitamin C and amino acids, which help break down alcohol. Combined with warm soup and a mildly spicy kick, it not only warms the stomach and stimulates the appetite but also boosts metabolism to help eliminate excess alcohol. 

This soup can be easily made at home! Prepare soybean sprouts, tofu, crucian carp broth, minced garlic, green onions, chili peppers, and seasonings. After simmering, add tofu and soybean sprouts, cook for a few more minutes, and it&rsquos ready to serve. A bowl of this soup can relieve hangover symptoms, refresh the body, and replenish lost electrolytes.Spicy soybean sprout soup not only warms the stomach and stimulates the appetite, but also boosts metabolism and helps expel excess alcohol from the body. (Photo: Screenshot from tvN&rsquos Three Meals a Day: Mountain Village)

Next time you drink too much, don&rsquot just endure it - try this Korean hangover soup to quickly shake off the hangover and start your day feeling fresh.