It's life's most easily forgotten lesson: boozing begets hangovers. Still, if you've awoken with what feels like a Frankenstein-sized bolt through your head, and a mouth like a gravel pit, then at this stage you need no reminder. No, you'll be looking for some magic fix. Everyone has their own hangover cure, from Alka Seltzer to champagne. Here's some for starters:

Sleep, Water and Exercise
The sensible approach. Make sure you pick up a couple of litres of water when you make that trip to the off-licence. Take some soft drinks to the party (or drink some water). Take a walk in the park (no really, Edinburgh parks). Another alternative is the sauna & massage, now we're talking hard core relaxation!

Mind over body
Not very helpful this. Involves denying the existence of said affliction. Some believe that hangovers are good for creativity. Indulge in some escapism. Go to the movies.

Hair of the dog
Have you ever wondered where this expression came from? When bitten by a mad dog the Romans believed that a good antidote was to drink a potion containing burnt hairs from the same dog. Hence "hair of the dog". The same principle is applied to drinking and hangovers.

Some swear by champagne for the morning after: it's the bubbles, you know. There are also these time-honoured recipes: Morning Glory, Black Velvet, Bloody Mary, Banana & Orange Smoothie and Hair of the Dog.

Ancient recipe
Reputedly good for whisky hangovers. Heat a pint of buttermilk, stir in a tablespoon of cornflower, and add a pinch of salt, pepper or seasoning.

Morning Glory
Double whisky Small absinthe 1 egg 2 teaspoons of sugar syrup lime & lemon

Black Velvet
Half Guinness Half extra dry champagne.

Bloody Mary Single vodka Tbsp of sherry Tomatoe juice 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcester Sauce Tabasco sauce Salt and pepper

Banana and orange smoothie
2 Bananas (frozen 1 hr) Orange Juice (Blend till smooth).

Hair of the Dog
Single whisky Double cream 1 tablespoon of honey

Let's go home, I'm feeling better already...