Full English breakfast ranks worst for hangover recovery in new study

Lifesum’s Hangover Nutrition Index placed the Full English last among 10 countries for nutritional support after drinking, while broth- and soup-based meals such as Japan’s miso soup ranked highest.

New findings from Lifesum’s Hangover Nutrition Index suggest the classic Full English breakfast ranks lowest among popular hangover meals for nutritional recovery. The annual report analysed meals in 10 countries using an AI-powered Multimodal Tracker. Miso soup in Japan came top for electrolytes and low fat, while the American greasy fry-up placed near the bottom. Lead dietitian Rebeka Bereczy highlighted hydration and electrolytes in broths or electrolyte-rich soups as more effective for recovery than greasy fry-ups. Key findings: - The Lifesum Hangover Nutrition Index analysed popular hangover meals across 10 countries and ranked them by nutritional factors related to recovery. - The United Kingdom’s Full English breakfast placed last for nutritional support after drinking, while the United States greasy fry-up placed ninth. - Japan’s miso soup ranked first for electrolytes and low fat; other top entries included a Korean vegetable soup with rice and kimchi and a Swedish fish and vegetable soup. - The study used an AI-powered Multimodal Tracker to assess protein quality, carbohydrate sources, fat types, fibre, vitamins and minerals in each meal. - The report notes that meals higher in fluids, electrolytes, fermented foods, lean protein and vegetables scored better for nutritional measures tied to recovery. Summary: The HNI report contrasts lighter, fluid-rich and fermented meals with heavier, high-fat, low-fibre options and finds the former score better for nutrients linked to recovery. Undetermined at this time.