Nutritionist Details Which Alcoholic Drink Causes the Worst Hangover and How Color Influences It

Nutritionist Diego Sívori has identified the type of alcoholic beverage most likely to cause a severe hangover, linking it to the drink's color.

Sívori stated on LN+ that alcoholic drinks with coloration, such as aperitifs commonly consumed during summer, are the primary culprits behind intense hangovers. He explained that caloric intake from alcohol is significant, and excessive consumption leads the body to store the surplus energy as fat, particularly around the abdomen. While a glass of beer and a glass of wine contain similar calorie counts, Sívori noted that beer tends to cause more bloating.

Addressing summer eating habits, Sívori highlighted the benefits of seasonal fruits like melon and watermelon, emphasizing their high water content. He pointed out that a slice of watermelon contains fewer sugars than a single candy and provides satiety, hydration, and fiber. He also shared a tip for a healthy summer snack: freezing grapes.

Sívori debunked common summer food myths, particularly concerning temperature and calorie content. He clarified that hot food is not necessarily high in calories, nor is cold food necessarily low-calorie. Using ice cream as an example, he explained that while it might seem refreshing, it is calorie-dense. He elaborated that the body converts only about 30% of ice cream's calories into energy, with the remaining 70% generating body heat, thus challenging the notion that ice cream cools you down.

He identified ice cream, beer, and French fries as the top three summer "myths" that people believe are refreshing but actually contribute to heat. Sívori described French fries as one of the most addictive foods due to their combination of carbohydrates, fats, and crunchiness, which stimulates brain activity.