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Suffering from hay fever? GT's are the solution

Kiki and Lilian drinking cocktails

Yes, you read that right: there is an alcoholic mixed drink that might work better than a sleepy remedy for red eyes, a runny nose, and an itchy throat or the hay fever horror.

How does that work exactly? I’m going to tell you, right now. A study by Asthma UK shows that there are certain substances in beer and wine that worsen hay fever and asthma. Many drinks contain the substance histamine, which is also released during an allergic reaction. And sulfites in alcoholic beverages have the same effect. Long story short: if you order wine during a terrace session (oh, is it already June 1st, guys?), you are only worsening your hay fever attack. The drink you should order instead? Gin and tonic. In fact, this drink even seems to relieve hay fever symptoms because tonic contains quinine. Additionally, clear drinks, like gin, do not contain sulfites or histamine, so your complaints will not worsen anyway. You might even feel like having hay fever with this lovely weather, right?