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Healthy Tailgating 101. By Our Student Pharmacist, Tracey Dowdell, who has Moved on to Other Pharmacy Adventures.

It’s almost Saturday and that means it is college football day! Saturday is the best day of the week in my opinion. Most people usually plan a tailgate to indulge in the football environment and have a good time with friends. Even though my month at Plain City Druggist has ended, I don’t want my avid readers to forget me just yet, so here is a brief blog filled with tailgating advice.

1.  It is still possible to keep a tailgate healthy.

–        There are many healthy food options you can choose to help make a tailgate healthier. These are just a few suggestions.

  • Try bringing sliced peppers and various vegetables to dip in that cheese sauce or salsa instead of corn chips.
  • Switch your hot dog and hamburger buns to whole wheat buns.
    • Make sure when you look at the ingredients, the package says “whole wheat flour” and not “enriched wheat flour.”
  • Never re-cook food that has been sitting out for a long period of time to avoid getting food poisoning.
  • Try eating sub sandwiches made with turkey or chicken instead of those hot dogs and burgers.
    • Or try making kebabs with chicken and various veggies. This is my favorite tailgate grill item to make and eat!

FYI: Remember to soak your skewers in water for a couple of hours before putting your food on them so they do not burn when you grill them…I learned this lesson the hard way!

  • Go easy on the condiments or switch to lower fat options.

2.  Try to stay active at a tailgate.

  • Tossing a football around or even playing corn hole are great ways to stay active and burn some calories while tailgating.

3.  ALWAYS HYDRATE BEFORE YOU DEHYDRATE.

  • If you intend to consume adult beverages it is important to drink plenty of water BEFORE you start drinking AND AFTER you are done drinking.
  • Always try to consume in moderation which means:
    • Women limit it to <2 drinks.
    • Men limit it to <3 drinks.
  • Try to drink lighter beverages.
  • Never be ashamed to call someone for a ride home.
  • THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A MIRACLE HANGOVER CURE.
    • Water will help rehydrate your body and alleviate some of the hangover symptoms.
    • REST! Your body needs plenty of rest after a larger than normal alcohol consumption.
    • An over-the-counter pain medication such as ibuprofen can help with the headache.

Always check with your pharmacists before taking any over-the-counter medications if you are using any prescription medications, because they can interact.

4.  Eat something!

  • Drinking heavily without eating can block your liver from releasing stored glucose (sugar) into your bloodstream, potentially causing hypoglycemia.
  • Symptoms of hypoglycemia can include: shakiness, confusion, abnormal thoughts, anxiety, hunger, sweating.
  • Diabetics should always avoid alcohol due to this imbalance in blood sugar regulation.

It has been an honor to work with the phenomenal staff at Plain City Druggist and I have truly enjoyed meeting (and vaccinating!) some the wonderful members of the Plain City community! I loved and enjoyed answering questions and interacting with you. I wish everyone well and remember to NEVER HESITATE to call us at the pharmacy.

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