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Why do hangovers get worse with age?

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73% Informative

Hangovers are caused by myriad changes in the body that occur after overindulging.

As people age, the enzymes in the liver that metabolize alcohol and its toxic byproducts can become less efficient.

Both drinking alcohol and experiencing normal aging can make it difficult to stay hydrated, so the combination of the two could be a recipe for a rough morning.

Marilyn Perkins is a science writer and illustrator based in Los Angeles , California .

She received her master’s degree in science writing from Johns Hopkins after studying neuroscience and studio art at Pomona College .

Her work is featured in publications including Live Science and New Scientist .

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80

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81

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80

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informal

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English

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54

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long-living