Hangover nuskas go next-gen: the cure is concealed in a packet of chips now!

The party may be global, but so is the pain that follows. Whether it’s a wedding in Delhi, Beer Festival in Germany or La Tomatina in Spain, one thing unites partygoers across the world: the dreaded hangover. That sluggish, pounding, parched-morning-after feeling has been the great equalizer for generations. But how different cultures handle it? That’s where it gets deliciously interesting.And now, thanks to an Indian snack brand and a certain Bollywood hero, the future of hangover recovery might just be found in a chip bag. That’s for later, let’s rewind first.Global hangover cures: from rasam to rollmopsFor centuries, people across the world have trusted local foods and elixirs to chase away the post-party fog. In India, the cure begins with nimbu paani to hydrate, haldi doodh for inflammation, and rasam, spicy South Indian soup that doubles as both a comfort food and a wake-up call. And for electrolyte recovery? Fresh coconut water is your best friend.Americans lean into indulgence: pancakes, bacon, hash browns, coffee, Gatorade — or even a Bloody Mary, if they are brave. In the UK, nothing says “cure” like a full English breakfast — eggs, sausages, toast, baked beans, and sometimes, black pudding. And in South Africa, where the wild is just as wild the morning after, it might lean on greasy meals or simply a chilled beer. In Thailand, fiery food comes to the rescue with dishes like Tom Yum soup or Pad Kra Pao, which are believed to get your system moving. In Mexico, they swear by Menudo, a rich beef tripe soup brimming with chilies and garlic — served steaming hot to sweat out last night’s sins. Across the ocean, South Koreans go for Haejangguk, literally “hangover soup,” loaded with beef broth, cabbage and even congealed pig’s blood.Russia keeps it simple: gulp down pickle brine from the jar. Or, if you’re fancy, enjoy a warm bowl of borscht. Meanwhile, Germans plate up a full Katerfrühstück, their infamous “hangover breakfast” featuring rollmops (pickled herring), rye bread and mineral water. Japan goes light: umeboshi, the super-sour pickled plum, paired with green tea or miso soup. In the Philippines, its silog — a comforting plate of garlic fried rice, eggs, and meats.Enter chips: the new-age nuskaWhile the world has been sweating it out with soups, stews and sour pickles, India has just flipped the script — and the snack aisle. Taking inspiration from these traditional ingredients and combining it with the need for a modern, effortless fix, Too Yumm!, relatively new snacking brand, has launched a game-changing innovation: Party Harder Chips, one of the world’s first-ever anti-hangover chips.Yes, you read that right. Your hangover now has a crunchy, spicy, and downright delicious solution. Unveiled in true Bollywood style by Varun Dhawan, the chips are powered by natural, clinically-backed ingredients — turmeric, ginger, black pepper and green tea antioxidants — the same ones found in anti-hangover supplements. Varun, in his signature high-energy style, declared in a singsong fashion: “Ab party ke baad nahi, party ke saath hi recovery shuru hoti hai!”Now chips may be new, hangover fixes aren’t for sure. “I tried Himalaya PartySmart a while ago while juggling work and study and, of course, partying,” shares this corporate executive. “Whether you drink more or less, the morning get iffy. So, better to take preventive measures rather than wake up sluggish.”The pills or drinks, and now chips can be taken before, during or after alcohol consumption, and there are a range of products, readily available on instant delivery apps.Whether you’re dancing through a sangeet, raving at a music festival, or just chilling at a house party, these hangover fixes ala chips promise to support your recovery while you’re still partying. It’s interesting to see how they bridge the gap between tradition and innovation, turning a post-party cure into a party essential.As science meets spice and nuskas go next-gen, one thing’s clear: the morning after will never be the same again. And the best part? The cure now comes in a crinkly packet, not a cauldron.

Hangover nuskas go next-gen: the cure is concealed in a packet of chips now!

Mona

Tribune News Service

Hangover nuskas go next-gen: the cure is concealed in a packet of chips now!

Mona

Tribune News Service

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