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How much water should you actually drink at a festival?

So, was it one glass an hour? Or one glass of water for every alcoholic drink? How are you supposed to know how much you've sweated at a festival? Do you need to be attached to a water bottle all day just to get enough? We’re here to explain it all. Paying attention to your hydration isn't just important; on a festival day, it can literally be the difference between having the time of your life and taking a trip to the medical tent.

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What is the Amsterdam Dance Event?

The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is an annual music event in October, consisting of a week of over a thousand parties spread across hundreds of venues, drawing hundreds of thousands of guests to Amsterdam. For some, it's just about going wild with friends; for others, it's a cultural paradigm shift; and for a select few, it's just another night's gig. ADE comes in all shapes and sizes, offering something for everyone. But how did ADE become so massive, and why does it happen in our small country?

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What are neurotransmitters?

How do our brains work, in a nutshell? Why do we have multiple types of neurotransmitters? We will give you a short overview on brain chemistry.

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Recovering after a festival: your complete guide

Always wondered how you can optimally recover after a festival, to be ready for the upcoming week and maybe the next festival? In this article we're laying everything out for you.

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Your Festivalchecklist

You've definitely been there: you're in the security line, about to get patted down, and suddenly realize you forgot your earplugs. Sure, you could leave to go get them, but you'd lose another hour or two. So you're stuck buying...

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5-HTP after XTC?

5-HTP is a substance said to provide more energy in the days following a party. Using 5-HTP after XTC (or other drugs) supposedly replenishes your serotonin stores and gives you an energy boost. But is this actually the case, and...

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The ultimate festival preperation

Festivals are no longer a sideshow – they are part of modern life, a temporary break from reality where friendships deepen and memories are made. However, these multi-day events are an intense trial for both body and mind, with effects...

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The best diet before a festival

The best diet before a festival

A day of partying costs a lot of energy. Your body uses sugars, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to keep everything running smoothly. Sugars are converted into long chains that are stored in your liver and muscles, which can then be...

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