Stomach
Nausea & Motion Sickness
Settle the stomach and the inner ear with warming, aromatic herbs.
Prevention
Key nutrients: B6, ginger compounds, electrolytes, steady blood sugar.
Eat regularly: Fresh and candied ginger, lemons, bananas, plain rice, crackers, peppermint tea, broths.
Small, frequent meals and slow sips of fluid prevent recurrence.
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Ginger
HerbStrong evidence250 mg capsule four times daily, or candied ginger; safe in pregnancy.
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Peppermint
HerbModerate evidenceTea or inhaled essential oil calms post-op and travel nausea.
03
Vitamin B6
VitaminStrong evidence10–25 mg every 8 hours for morning sickness (with clinician guidance).
04
Lemon
FoodModerate evidenceInhaling fresh lemon scent reduces nausea in pregnancy.
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Activated charcoal
OtherModerate evidence500–1000 mg with water at the first sign of nausea from food poisoning, overindulgence, or hangover — binds toxins, microbes, and irritants in the stomach. Take well away from medications and supplements.
⚠ Cautions: Not for nausea of pregnancy or unknown abdominal pain; can cause constipation and dark stools.
A note of caution. Natural doesn't mean risk-free. Herbs and supplements can interact with medications, affect pregnancy, or worsen certain conditions. Speak with a qualified clinician before starting a new regimen, especially if you take prescriptions.