To stop feeling nauseous, you can try several effective strategies:
Immediate Actions to Relieve Nausea
- Sit up and avoid lying flat: Keeping your upper body elevated prevents stomach acid from rising and worsening nausea, especially if you have acid reflux
- Get fresh air: Stepping outside or opening a window can help reduce nausea by improving your overall feeling of well-being
- Deep breathing and meditation: Slow, deep breaths or meditation can calm your mind and reduce nausea caused by stress or anxiety
- Distract yourself: Engaging in light activities like reading, watching TV, or gentle walking can shift your focus away from nausea
Dietary Tips
- Drink clear or ice-cold fluids: Sip water, decaffeinated tea, or water with lemon slices to stay hydrated and soothe your stomach
- Eat light, bland foods: Foods like saltine crackers, plain bread, toast, mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, bananas, or low-fat yogurt are easier on the stomach
- Try ginger and lemon: Ginger (in tea, snaps, or ale) and lemon (juice or scent) have natural anti-nausea properties and can help calm your stomach
- Avoid fried, fatty, or carbonated foods: These can worsen nausea and cause bloating
Additional Remedies
- Use acupressure bands: Wristbands that apply pressure to the P6 point on your wrist may reduce nausea
- Suck on peppermint or hard candies: Peppermint candy or gum can alleviate nausea and improve taste disturbances
- Chamomile tea: This can help with nausea and anxiety, though more research is needed
When to Seek Medical Help
If nausea persists for more than a day or two, is severe, or is accompanied by symptoms like severe abdominal pain or blood in vomit, consult a healthcare provider promptly
. These approaches can help you manage nausea effectively at home. If symptoms continue or worsen, medical evaluation is recommended
