How to Get Rid of 15 Pesky Health Problems

We’ve all woken up on the wrong side of the bed, overdone it on a Saturday night or put on extra pounds in all the wrong places. But how do we undo the damage?

Hangovers, cellulite, heartburn and other common health annoyances can sometimes seem impossible to get rid of, but often there’s a quick solution — or at least a good way to ensure that it doesn’t happen again. We collected expert advice on what to do when the unpleasant strikes. Follow these tips to find the best cure for what ails you.

That chub spilling over your jeans (also known as "muffin top") isn't just unsightly — it's unhealthy, too. "Fat around your belly can be a reflection of fat in your gut and in your liver, and that's when you start seeing people at an increased risk for diabetes and heart disease," says Dr. Steven Lamm, house physician on ABC's "The View."

Whittling your middle is the same as losing weight anywhere else, Lamm says: Eat less, watch your carb intake and try to get 45 minutes of cardiovascular exercise at least four days a week. For extra help toning your tummy, try these ab-targeting yoga moves:

If your larger-than-normal pectorals are a result of being overweight, there's a simple cure: Eat healthier, work out and build muscle. Here are some exercises that will help eliminate "man boobs":

Bonus:  The Guinness Book of World Records for the heaviest weight lifted in a one-hour bench press is hundreds of thousands of pounds. How many?

For some men, however, enlarged breast tissue — what is the medical name? — can be a result of a decrease in testosterone or an increase in estrogen, Lamm says. Some drugs and herbal products can be to blame, and serious conditions, such as cancer, an overactive thyroid, or a hormone problem, may also be involved, so talk to your doctor ASAP if you've noticed a change in your chest.

Upper arms that lack muscular definition are likely to be flabby, Lamm says, and women — who don't build muscle as easily as men do — are especially susceptible. To tone up those "bat wings" (see photos) fast, get yourself a pair of 5- to 8-pound hand weights and focus three days a week on exercises that target both the biceps and triceps. Try these exercises:

No dumbbells? The Dolphin, an easy, no-equipment-needed yoga posture, can help banish bat wings as well. Get the details.

There's no magic cure to rid yourself of "cottage cheese thighs," caused when the skin covering your butt and thighs loses firmness, allowing underlying fat to push through toward the surface. But there are ways to reduce cellulite's appearance, with exercises targeting your glutes, hamstrings and thighs. Which exercises help?

"Skin-firming" topical creams and lotions, which claim to smooth out bumps and stimulate circulation, may reduce cellulite's appearance temporarily. If you're willing to pay for more-permanent results, technologies such as Thermage CL (what is that, exactly?) are available at medical spas and laser centers) and SmartLipo (find out what it does) is performed by dermatologists or plastic surgeons. Both treatments could improve the appearance of dimples long term.

Bonus:  Even (gasp!) celebrities are victim of cellulite. See who's been photographed bearing cottage cheese.

Beverages such as red wine, coffee and dark soda can do a number on your pearly whites. Toothpastes with special chemicals or polishes and store-bought whitening products (shop for them) may lighten your teeth a shade or two, but for more effective treatments, ask your dentist about stronger, in-office procedures.

You can also try a natural approach to teeth brightening — a mix of strawberry pulp and baking soda. Find out how to make and apply it. Just be sure not to do this more than once a week, as too much acid from the fruit can damage your teeth's enamel.

"Alcohol is a toxin, and if you drink too much, your body has to work overtime to metabolize that toxin," says Lamm. "The short answer here is that it's not about the cure, it's about prevention."

Still, there are some things that may help if it's too late for prevention. Refuel with lots of water, fruit juice and healthy foods that can help undo some of the damage: These foods, for example, can replenish sodium and potassium and boost your blood sugar.

Bonus:What are the best hangover foods?

For a quick fix, pop an ibuprofen; it can relieve headache pain and reduce swelling caused by alcohol's inflammatory effects.

Because the skin under your eyes is so thin, the underlying blood vessels can be more obvious. When these blood vessels become inflamed (from stress, crying or not enough sleep), it shows on your face as dark or puffy areas under your eyes.

To restrict blood vessels, use an eye cream with caffeine (browse product options). To cover up damage that's already done, try a creamy concealer that's one shade lighter than your own skin tone. Match it to the inside of your arm, which tends to be the lightest skin on your body.

Excess gas usually is a result of what you eat or how you eat it, Lamm says. Many people have trouble processing certain foods — dairy and gluten products are two big ones — and the digestive system creates excess gas.

Which foods are known for creating excess gas?

If you find that particular foods give you a lot of gas, avoiding them — or taking a supplement (which one?) with them — may help. You can also cut out behaviors that may cause you to swallow a lot of air (what are they?), Lamm says.

Bad breath — otherwise known by its medical name — is caused by certain gasses released from your body or by bacteria, either in your mouth or your sinuses. Treating the underlying cause, such as a sinus infection or a digestion issue, may be the fastest way to fix the problem.

If your bad breath is persistent and you can't identify the cause yourself, talk to your dentist to rule out gum disease, plaque or gingivitis. Brushing and flossing your teeth daily can keep harmful bacteria at bay, and avoiding foods with potent odors (such as garlic, onions and coffee) may help as well.