"Probiotic Pill May Prevent Organ Damage and Hangovers from Alcohol, Study Finds"
Chinese researchers have developed a modified probiotic supplement that can protect mice from the acute effects of consuming too much alcohol. The probiotic works by metabolizing alcohol in the gut, reducing the amount of alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream. The modified probiotic also reduces acute liver damage and intestinal inflammation caused by excessive alcohol consumption. The therapy has yet to be tested in humans, but it could potentially alleviate the worst effects of alcoholism. However, experts caution that even moderate drinking has harmful effects, and the general health advice remains the same: limit the number of drinks you consume to reduce the toll on your health.