Milk thistle, a dirty fry, Alka-Seltzers, Dioralyte sachets, and a touch of lemon under the armpit – these are all touted as hangover remedies after a night of indulgence.

But do any of them actually work? Is there a legitimate cure for the dreaded hangover? A novel beverage has recently entered the market, The Safety Shot, asserting its ability to lower blood alcohol content.

Linda Geddes, Science Correspondent for The Guardian, bravely put it to the test...