You have to check this out! I have no idea if this works or not…

but its states:

H-O-T is a concept that has been in development for over a year, and has gone through several development stages to arrive at the final product.

The first step was to gather the right ingredients to make sure the functionality of the product would fulfill all expectations. To accomplish this, the lab team researched hundreds of possible homeopathic remedies and consulted with leaders in the field. They imported raw materials from Europe, Asia and North America to finally come up with the perfect ingredients for the beverage to be successful.

Next came the flavoring stage. People who like to go drinking don’t usually drink tea, especially the morning after. In the Mexican culture, people who are hung over usually seek one of two remedies: A beer, or very spicy and hot food. These remedies are not necessarily the most efficient, but it is part of the Mexican culture.

In order to make the hangover tea appealing to our market, our head technician experimented with unusual and original flavors. The end result was something none of us were expecting, a spicy but sweet flavor that resembled the “spicy food” everyone is used to cure their hangover in Mexico. The taste is very subtle but with hints of “chile” that give it a very distinct flavor.

Next came the field tests. Many studies were conducted in order to verify its efficiency. Tests were conducted with subjects that drink alcohol on a regular basis (in most cases more than three times per week).
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Well looks like there is another “Anti Hangover” drink out there, though I have yet to try any in drink form, I did try the pill version a few years back. Now I can’t remember if really worked or not, I just remember the direction said you had to take a pill every hour on the hour while drinking!

Yeah, I am not down for that, so I guess if and when I come across this drink in a store I just might try it.

How does it work?

After the initial consumption of alcohol, absorption begins primarily through the small intestines in 30 to 120 minutes, but partially from the stomach, esophagus and mucus membranes in 5 to 10 minutes. Once absorbed over 90% of alcohol is metabolized in the liver by three oxidative enzyme systems; alcohol dehydrogenase-aldehyde dehydrogenase system, microsomal ethanol oxidizing system (MEOS) particularly at higher alcohol concentrations, and a catalase oxidation system in the stomach when alcohol is first ingested. Boozer’s multi-functional formula facilitates the metabolism of toxins and replenishes the essential nutrients due to alcohol depletion.

Oh, check it out: http://www.boozerdog.com

Ok, let me putt this to you strait. AK diminishes the effects of alcohol after consumption. Sounds cool.

Well here is the paper on AK from the source:

Soon after alcohol is consumed, it enters the gastro-intestinal tract (GIT) where it is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, is carried throughout the body, reaching the liver, where nearly 90% of the consumed alcohol is then metabolized.

Alcohol is metabolized by several enzyme systems, mainly by Alcohol Dehydrogenase (ADH), Aldehyde Dehydrogenase (ALDH), and Catalase and Monooxigenase enzyme system (MEOS). Enzyme ADH oxidizes alcohol to Acetaldehyde (AA), which exerts striking toxic effects on the liver. AA is further oxidized by ALDH to Acetate which is further converted by metabolic pathways.

• With modest drinking, small amounts consumed slowly, alcohol is metabolized without adversely affecting the body.
• However, alcohol rapidly consumed in larger quantities results in an overproduction of compounds toxic to the body such as acetaldehydes, as well as cholesterol, triglycerides, and free radical. The result of this overproduction of toxins can lead to metabolic disorders and serious injury to the liver, as well as other organs, and other parts of the body.
• Alcohol that is rapidly consumed, and/or alcohol consumed on an empty stomach, enters the bloodstream quickly and quickly reaches the brain. In the brain, alcohol can suppress and damage the activity of the nervous system.

ANTI-HANGOVER EFFECTS

An excessive consumption of alcohol can result in a disagreeable
aftereffects commonly known as a hangover.
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A product launched in the US which claims to reduce the effects of a hangover has been condemned by proponents of sensible consumption and marketing of alcohol.

The new product, called IntelliShot, is described as a “liquid supplement that helps naturally flush alcohol’s most toxic metabolite”.

IntelliShot’s producer, a Las Vegas-based company called Cheerz USA, claims that the 45ml lemon-lime flavoured shot, which can be drunk straight or as a mixer, contains a blend of powerful immune system boosters and super-antioxidants “clinically proven to help naturally reduce and eliminate acetaldehyde, a powerful muscle poison created as the body breaks down alcohol in the liver”.

In its publicity, Cheerz USA recommends taking one shot “following every third or fourth cocktail”. The company already claims to be shipping the product to select nightclubs in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York, and Miami Beach.

However, the brand has already received criticism for its apparent encouragement of excessive consumption.

Peter Duff, chairman of Alcohol_in_Moderation, an international body which aims to promote the responsible consumption of alcohol and which is supported by drinks companies, told just-drinks he was “shocked” by the idea of such a product, adding that by offering to alleviate the effects of a hangover it was encouraging binge-drinking and went counter to the industry’s message of advocating responsible consumption.

However, Cheerz USA CEO Patrick Cochrane said the product was aimed at sensible drinkers who wanted to avoid the lingering after-effects. He pointed out that the product has no effect on inebriation, does not absorb alcohol or lower BAC, nor will it circumvent the consequences of overindulgence. “If you intoxicate your body beyond its ability to process alcohol, nothing will save you,” he said. “Cheerz is for responsible social drinkers who want the buzz without the dangerous lingering effects.”

In another comment which is certain to cause concern among those in the industry striving to project a responsible image for alcohol and alcohol companies, Cochrane added: “The next time your bartender asks you to ‘name your poison’ he or she will be able to offer you a safe and natural antidote too.”

Source: just-drinks.com editorial team