Many illnesses can cause nausea and vomiting. Also they accompany some illnesses. The severity of the illnesses is judged by their intensity of occurrence sometimes. If one is suffering from them, it is good to get oneself checked up by a physician. They should not be neglected.
Nausea and vomiting are not diseases, but symptoms of other illnesses, such as food poisoning, motion sickness, overeating etc
There is difference between the two. Nausea is uneasiness in the stomach causing feeling of vomiting. One does not necessarily vomit. Vomiting is forcibly or involuntary emptying of the stomach through the mouth. Both can be irritating and cause weakness and much discomfort.
Certain treatments can also cause nausea and vomiting such as chemotherapy in cancer treatment. Pregnant women may also experience both of them.
There are natural remedies to treat them. One needs to become aware of them and choose that suits them. At the same time it is good to consult a physician if they persist or their intensity of occurrence is very strong.
What remedies can we choose from? Let us be aware of some of them.
Home Remedies for Nausea and Vomiting
Let us have a look at some of the top nausea and vomiting home remedies –
- Non-carbonated syrup – It gives relief to the system. They contain carbohydrates which cool down the system
- Gingerroot – It is gives quick relief to nausea
- Vomiting – It gets rid of nausea
- Peppermint or chamomile tea helps to reduce nausea feeling
- Apple cider vinegar helps in morning sickness nausea
- Wheat germ mixed with milk gets rid of nausea
- Cooked rice water can also be drunk to treat nausea
- Stick to liquids if you feel like vomiting
- Bed rest helps
- No alcohol
- Do not control the vomiting
- Maintain your electrolyte balance
- Aniseed helps
- Yarrow tea
- Mint juice keeps the stomach in good condition
- Pineapple relieves much stomach disorders
Ayurveda Treatment for Nausea and Vomiting
Below are some of the primary nausea and vomiting ayurveda remedies that are effective –
- A mixture of cardamom and honey
- Nutmeg and cardamom in warm milk to be taken
- Cumin seeds and ground nutmeg in boiling water. Drink it
- Ginger
- Clove
- Fennel
- Other preparations are rasa, lehya, Choorma , Bhasma and Kashya
Nausea and vomiting can cause a lot of discomfort. Stomach disorders cause it. One should not stop vomiting, as it is body’s way of getting rid of bad stuff. Deal with them effectively. Home Remedies for Nausea and Vomiting helps in getting rid of the problem but if the problem is severe then go for a doctor’s advice as too much of Vomiting is not good for your health and the problem can become serious too.
Morning Sickness Home Remedies
Majority of women suffer from vomiting and nausea during pregnancy, which is primarily called morning sickness. This can strike during any time of the day and night and might last throughout the day, in that sense, the term morning sickness is a misnomer. We can say that morning sickness is nature’s own way of detoxifying the system so as to prepare the body for pregnancy.
There are various home remedies for treating morning sickness. Listed below are some effective natural cures for morning sickness –
- Wheat Germ: Wheat germ is considered as the ‘powerhouse of nutrients’ and is an excellent source of folic acid (vitamin B) and magnesium. Besides playing a vital role in prenatal development of a baby, folic acid can treat nausea and depression. One can dissolve 2 tablespoons of wheat germ in a glass of warm milk and drink it every few hours
- Ginger Tea: It is suggested that drinking ginger tea early in the morning can lessen severity of morning sickness
- Apple Cider Vinegar and Honey: It is suggested that the concoction of apple cider vinegar and honey can help in calming a queasy stomach. For this, you can mix a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a tablespoon of honey in cold water. You might drink the liquid before going to bed to treat morning sickness
- Plenty of Water: Experts suggest that drinking 8-10 glasses of water regularly can neutralize stomach acids and prevent constipation. Water can also replace fluid loss due to vomiting
- Mini-Meals: Experts suggest that taking 5-6 small meals a day can control hunger pangs, keep your blood pressure and acidity in check. In an empty stomach, acids have nothing to feed and fill up your stomach. Acidity and low blood pressure can cause morning sickness
- Liquid Diet: It is believed that when morning sickness is at its worse, frequent liquid diet can be easier on the stomach. This might help in reducing morning sickness
- Complex Carbohydrates: It is suggested that complex carbohydrates such as potatoes, apple, pasta, etc are easy to digest. One can take carbohydrate-rich food such as cracker or biscuits before getting up in the morning
- Fresh Air: Getting fresh air by spending sometimes outdoor can help in elevating mood and relieving nausea
