Shaking hands after drinking can be unsettling, and there are several important reasons why this happens:
Short-term Effects:
Dehydration from alcohol's diuretic effects
Blood sugar fluctuations
Temporary nervous system disruption
Heightened anxiety or stress response
More Concerning Causes:
Early withdrawal symptoms
Nervous system adaptation to alcohol
Changes in brain chemistry
Potential liver stress
Understanding the Pattern:
Mild morning shakes that improve with hydration may be temporary
Shakes that worsen until you drink again could indicate dependence
Persistent shaking might suggest more significant health impacts
Increasing frequency or severity of shakes deserves attention
The presence of shaking hands, especially if becoming more frequent or severe, is your body sending important signals. While occasional tremors after heavy drinking might be temporary, regular shaking could indicate a need to examine your relationship with alcohol.
What's most important is recognising these signals and understanding what they mean for your health and wellbeing. Many people find that addressing drinking patterns early helps prevent more serious issues from developing.
Don't forget, if you would like to learn more about how Phenomenal might work for you, don't hesitate to get in touch.
If you suspect your shaking is related to your drinking, please do the right thing and seek urgent medical advice before considering starting Phenomenal.