Glossary of Terms

Electrolytes

Minerals (like sodium and potassium) that are essential to important bodily functions like keeping you hydrated, regulating muscle contractions, keeping body pH levels in balance and controlling nervous-system function.

DHM

DHM (Dihydromyricetin) is a vine tea extract which has been used for centuries in Asia as a hangover remedy. In recent years, studies have determined that the tea leaves contain a potent, naturally occurring flavonoid (a compound with antioxidant and other beneficial health properties). The compound has also been shown to help promote liver health specifically and even help to improve metabolic processes which in turn can help your body metabolize alcohol. The product has been the study of numerous studies specific to hangover prevention.

Prickly Pear

The fruit produced by the Prickly Pear cactus has been studied and used in nutritional supplements for its antioxidant properties which can help alleviate oxidative stress and related damage to your body.

Milk Thistle

Milk Thistle is another powerful anti-oxidant compound that a body of research suggest can also help strengthen and protect the liver.

Ginseng

Ginseng is derived from the root of varieties of ginseng plants and contain the chemical compounds called ginsenosides. A variety of studies have shown benefits that can help combat side-effects commonly associated with alcohol consumption including fatigue, focus and lower levels of immunity.

Zinc

Zinc is an essential nutrient that isn’t produced naturally by your body and must be obtained through food or nutritional supplements. It’s required for many bodily functions including metabolism and the development of immune cells among many other vital functions.

Vitamin C

An antioxidant that helps protect your cells against the effects of free radicals – harmful molecules present in foods, smoke, radiation (including sunlight) and other sources.

B-Complex

B-complex refers collectively to a group of vitamins (B vitamins) and include Thiamin, Niacin, B6 and B12 which are all present in restirr After Alcohol. B Vitamins are known for their metabolism-boosting effects and which include the body’s ability to effectively metabolize alcohol and break it down ultimately into harmless compounds.

Hangover

The term used to collectively describe a variety of side effects commonly experienced several hours after having consumed alcoholic beverages. Symptoms often include a headache, light-headedness, dizziness, nausea, impaired cognitive function, tiredness among others. While there is no absolute “cure” for a hangover, certain vitamins, minerals and nutrients have been studied for their ability to lessen effects and aid in recovery.

Glucosamine

One of the most common joint supplements, Glucosamine is derived from shellfish and can help support the natural repair of cartilage, the material that forms a cushion between joints

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane)

A compound present in plants, animals and humans that is rich in sulfur which can help inhibit the breakdown of cartilage

White Willow Bark Powder

The bark of white willow contains salicin, which is a chemical similar to aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid). The herb has been used as a naturally derived ingredient that helps in muscle recovery.