Stop Vomiting and Nausea: The Most Effective Remedies

Posted by Master, Doctor Mai Vien Phuong - Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital

Vomiting is not a rare condition, vomiting is sometimes caused by eating unsafe food, poor health or pregnancy, after a train.... However, if vomiting occurs continuously This is a sign that can warn of other dangerous diseases. When the body is nauseous or vomiting, you need to think of the best remedies.

Breathe deeply by breathing air through your nose and into your lungs. Your belly will expand as you inhale. Exhale slowly through your mouth or nose and relax your abdomen with each breath. Repeat this a few times.
Research shows that deep, controlled breathing from the diaphragm activates the parasympathetic nervous system. This helps control the biological response that causes motion sickness. Deep breathing also helps to calm the anxiety that can occur when you feel sick.

Dry crackers like saltines are a tried and true remedy for morning sickness. It is thought that biscuits help absorb stomach acid. For morning sickness, try eating a few crackers about 15 minutes before getting out of bed to help settle your stomach. Other bland foods like dry toast or steamed rice are also good to eat while recovering from an upset stomach.

Acupressure is a popular traditional Chinese medicine remedy. Reflexology uses pressure to stimulate certain points on the body to relieve symptoms. Pressure on the Neiguan pressure point on the palm of the forearm can help relieve nausea and vomiting.
To massage this pressure point can be done in the following way:
Place three fingers across the wrist. Place your thumb under the index finger. Rub the spot in a firm, circular motion for two to three minutes. Repeat on the other wrist.

If you are vomiting a lot, it is important to drink plenty of fluids to help prevent dehydration, even if you vomit some of the liquid again. However, you should only drink slowly and not too quickly. The fluids that help stay hydrated and relieve nausea are:
Ginger Soda Mint Tea Lemonade Water

5.1 Ginger Try sipping a warm cup of ginger tea when nausea hits. Or slowly eat a small piece of fresh ginger or ginger candy. According to a 2016 study, ginger is safe and effective for preventing and treating nausea and vomiting in pregnant women and people undergoing chemotherapy.
You can also make fresh ginger tea by adding a teaspoon of fresh ginger root to a cup of boiling water, simmering for 10 minutes and straining before drinking.
5.2 Fennel Fennel seeds help soothe the digestive tract, however scientific studies on dill for curing vomiting are lacking. Anecdotal evidence suggests that you should sip on a cup of fennel tea the next time your nausea hits.
To make fennel tea, add about a teaspoon of cumin seeds to a cup of boiling water, boil for 10 minutes, and strain before drinking.
5.3 Cloves Cloves are a folk remedy for nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness. Cloves also contain eugenol, a compound believed to have antibacterial properties. To make clove tea, add one cup of boiling water to one teaspoon of cloves, let sit for 10 minutes and strain before drinking.

Aromatherapy may help with nausea and vomiting, although studies are mixed on its effectiveness. According to a 2014 study, inhaling lemon balm helps reduce nausea and vomiting caused by pregnancy.
To practice aromatherapy, try breathing deeply with an open bottle of essential oil or putting a few drops on a cotton ball. You can also add oil to a room diffuser (nebulizer). If you don't have lemon essential oil, try slicing a fresh lemon and inhaling its fragrance.
Other scents that can soothe nausea are:
Cloves Lavender Chamomile Rose Mint

Over-the-counter (OTC) medications to stop vomiting (antiemetics) such as Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate contain bismuth subsalicylate. They can help protect the stomach lining and reduce vomiting caused by food poisoning.
Antihistamines (H1 blockers) help stop vomiting caused by motion sickness. They work by blocking the histamine H1 receptors responsible for triggering vomiting. Side effects of antihistamines can include dry mouth, blurred vision, and urinary retention.

Keep the child on his or her side to minimize the chance of the child inhaling vomit into the airways. It is important to monitor dehydration in children. Encourage your child to drink water and see a doctor if the child's body cannot keep fluids down for eight hours.
You can also use any remedy, such as biscuits, massage and drinking water to reduce vomiting. Although you may want to avoid using remedies or medications without your doctor's approval.

In some of the following cases you need to see a doctor to get checked and current health status.
You have been vomiting for more than one to two days. You are losing weight. Accompanied by chest pain Severe abdominal pain Blurred vision Dizziness or fainting High fever Stiff neck Cold, rough, pale skin Severe headache Inability to hold food or liquids for 12 hours Home remedies may be more effective if you have motion sickness or morning sickness. Vomiting from the flu or food poisoning may require medical attention. Remember to drink enough water to avoid dehydration. Vomiting is an unpleasant sensation, but it usually goes away on its own within a day or so.
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