🌿 Nausea & Motion Sickness

🌿 Nausea & Motion Sickness

  Nausea and motion sickness occur when the brain receives mixed signals from the eyes, inner ear, and body movement. This conflict can cause queasiness, dizziness, and discomfort—especially during travel, spinning, or sudden movements. Gentle remedies, calming foods, and simple habits can make a big difference.

🤢 Symptoms & Description of the Illness

Common Symptoms

People experiencing nausea or motion sickness may notice:

  • Queasy or unsettled stomach
  • Dizziness or feeling faint
  • Sweating
  • Increased saliva
  • Pale skin
  • Vomiting (sometimes)
  • Headache
  • Fatigue

Motion sickness typically appears during car rides, flights, boat trips, or virtual experiences involving movement.

🚫 Things to Avoid

Avoid Certain Foods

  • Greasy or fried foods
  • Spicy dishes
  • Heavy, rich meals
  • Strong odors (perfume, gasoline, strong cooking smells)
  • Caffeine
  • Alcohol
  • Large meals before traveling

Avoid Certain Habits

  • Reading or using screens during travel
  • Sitting in the back of a car
  • Rapid head movements
  • Traveling on an empty stomach or a very full stomach
  • Wearing tight clothing around the abdomen

✅ Things to Do & Eat

Helpful Foods & Drinks

  • Ginger tea or ginger chews
  • Plain crackers
  • Bananas
  • Applesauce
  • Toast or dry bread
  • Peppermint tea
  • Cold water or electrolyte drinks
  • Small, frequent snacks instead of large meals

Helpful Habits

  • Sit in the front seat of a car or near the wings of an airplane
  • Focus on a stable object in the distance
  • Get fresh air
  • Breathe slowly and deeply
  • Keep your head still and upright
  • Use a travel pillow for support
  • Wear loose, comfortable clothing

🍯 Recommended Home Remedy

Ginger-Peppermint Nausea Relief Drink
 This soothing drink helps calm the stomach, reduce nausea, and relax the digestive system. Ginger eases queasiness, while peppermint reduces spasms and discomfort.

🥣 How to Make It

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger or ½ teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 peppermint tea bag or 4–5 fresh mint leaves
  • Optional: 1–2 thin lemon slices (omit if citrus worsens nausea)

Instructions

  1. Warm the water to a comfortable sipping temperature.
  2. Add the ginger and steep for 3–5 minutes.
  3. Add the peppermint tea bag or fresh mint leaves and steep an additional 3 minutes.
  4. Remove the tea bag/mint.
  5. Stir in the honey.
  6. Add lemon only if tolerated and preferred.

☕ Usage Tips

  • Sip slowly in small amounts.
  • Ideal before travel or at the first sign of nausea.
  • If motion sickness is expected, drink 20–30 minutes before travel.
  • Pair with bland snacks like crackers for better relief.
  • Avoid drinking it too hot—warm or room temperature works best.
  • If nausea persists for more than 48 hours, worsens suddenly, or is accompanied by severe dehydration, seek medical care.

🧊 Shelf / Fridge Life

If making a concentrate (no water added yet):

  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons grated ginger
  • Small handful of peppermint leaves

Storage:

  • Fridge: Up to 1 week in an airtight jar
  • Add warm water only when ready to drink
  • Fresh mint is best added the day you drink it

Prepared tea (fully mixed) is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.



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