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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Tom Watling

A cure for hangovers could become reality - as scientists prepare for human trials of miracle pill

Scientists believe they may have found the cure to a hangover -

Scientists are on the brink of discovering a pill that could cure hangovers and shield the liver and other organs from alcohol-induced harm.

A pill containing gel to be ingested half an hour before a first drink of alcohol is currently in its latter stages of testing. It functions by converting alcohol into a harmless substance as it goes through the body.

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