Probiotic: The New Hangover Cure?

A genetically engineered probiotic pill, containing 'good' gut bacteria and an enzyme that breaks down alcohol in the body, has been found to reduce alcohol absorption, prolong alcohol tolerance, and shorten recovery time after exposure to alcohol in mice. The probiotic could also alleviate alcohol-related damage to the liver and intestines. While the pill has not yet been tested on humans, researchers predict it could present a new way to reduce alcohol-induced health problems. The WHO estimates that excessive alcohol consumption kills 3 million people around the world each year.