Genetically Modified Probiotic Prevents Hangovers in Mice

Scientists in China have created a probiotic that produces an enzyme to help the body break down alcohol faster. Alcohol-fed mice that were given the probiotic beforehand experienced less drunkenness and recovered more quickly. The researchers believe that genetically modified probiotics could have other uses as well, including helping people with certain liver conditions caused by chronic alcohol use. However, more research is needed to see if this can be scaled up to humans.