eli5: What is “hangover food” and why do people specifically eat it when hungover?

Question

This question is worded a little odd, but what I’m trying to ask is why do people specifically eat things like bananas and soup after getting hammered? I’m wondering if this is just a craving thing or if there’s something about these foods I’m not aware of

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Answer 1

Banana ain’t going to do shit. Sausage and egg mcmuffin meal with OJ, neurofen plus and cup of tea, at least 20 min power nap, I’ll be as good as gold.