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Vomiting is a natural response and is necessary for the body to repair itself, such as to get rid of toxins from food poisoning. Unfortunately, vomiting can also occur with migraines, viral infections, pregnancy, motion sickness, or medication. Vomiting can be uncomfortable and can lead to dehydration, so take steps to help alleviate it. Luckily, you can sometimes suppress nausea. However, if your symptoms persist, see a medical professional.

Steps

Method 1 of 4: Stop nausea with relaxation techniques

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   Place a cool, wet washcloth on your forehead or the back of your neck.Never use an ice pack. Especially if you have a pulsating headache and feel suddenly nauseous, this is a method that can help prevent vomiting.

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   Go outside to get some fresh air. Take a walk around the yard or on the sidewalk, but don't go too far. Breathe a little deeper than usual, but don't be too different from normal. Fresh air can help calm the lungs and body.

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   Raise feet higher than torso. Put some pillows under your feet to keep your feet high.

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   Tactile stimulation. This can be effective because it distracts the body from the nausea, or because of something completely different. But touching the surroundings is really helpful. You just need to hurt a little bit, for example:
   • Pinch the arm
   • Clasp your hands and punch your thighs
   • Tug a small pinch of hair
   • Bite his lower lip
   • Press the nail into the arm

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   Acupressure. Acupressure is a method of using your hands to press pressure points on your body to relieve pain. Reflexologists often press on their wrists to treat nausea and vomiting.
   • Tilt your palms toward your face. Place the thumb of the other hand in the center of the wrist and press gently to initiate a gentle massage. The nausea may subside as you slowly press the point.
   • Press the inside of your wrists together and squeeze. This movement also activates the same acupuncture point as above.
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Method 2 of 4: Stop nausea with solid food

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   Try bland foods like crackers. A little dry crackers can help with nausea. This is because starchy foods like cookies or toast can help absorb stomach acid. If you feel less nauseous when eating crackers, you are probably just hungry and not sick.

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   Start with simple foods and add to other foods gradually. When you eat again, start with simple carbohydrates like gelatin, gradually adding protein like chicken noodle soup. Fat should be added last because it is the most difficult to digest and can cause upset stomachs.

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   Chew on gum or suck on mint to restart your bowels. The refreshing mint flavor is great for cleaning your mouth and may help relieve nausea. Ginger jam is also a good way to combat nausea.

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   Chew a piece of ginger or sip ginger tea. Ginger has been found to help soothe nausea and reduce vomiting in some cases. You can try sipping on a piece of fresh ginger, chewing ginger-flavored gum, or drinking ginger tea. Choose the one that you find most effective.

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   Avoid foods that are acidic, spicy, fatty, or high in fiber. These foods force the stomach to overwork, meaning that the risk of vomiting increases. Sour, spicy, and fatty foods are easy to spot. High-fiber foods include a variety of vegetables, meats and whole grains.
   • If you are vomiting with diarrhea, you should also avoid dairy products. As with the above foods, milk can make it difficult for the stomach to process.
   • Avoid very hot or cold foods. The stomach will have to work harder to cool hot foods and warm cold foods before it starts to digest.
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Method 3 of 4: Stop nausea with drinks

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   Drink water in the first place. If you recently vomited a lot, drink cool water little by little. A large amount of water is processed too quickly and can cause you to vomit again.
   • If you want, try sucking on an ice cube. The cool feeling as the water drips down the throat is pleasant, and you won't be able to drink too much water by melting the ice cube in your mouth.

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   Choose clear liquids, if there are electrolytes, the better. In addition to water, the clear drinks also help replenish essential vitamins you may have lost after vomiting.
   • If possible, choose drinks high in potassium and sodium. These are two of the body's most important electrolytes. They are usually lost when you vomit.
   • "Clear" liquids you can drink include:
     • Thin tea
     • Meat broth
     • Apple juice
     • Unsweetened sports drinks

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   Soothe your stomach with syrups and tonics. Coke syrup (the type found in soft drink vending machines) can help soothe your stomach, similar to Emetrol's over-the-counter syrups. The dosage for children is 1-2 teaspoons, and the dosage for adults is 1-2 tablespoons.
   • Although there is little scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of Coke syrup, it has been used for centuries to ease symptoms of upset stomachs. In fact, Coke syrup was originally used as a stomach tonic.
   • Syrups like Emetrol are usually safe for children. Although this is a product commonly intended for pregnant women, the manufacturer's instructions advise users to consult their doctor before taking.

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   Avoid caffeinated, carbonated, and high-acid drinks. These beverages may include coffee and soda water, some fruit juices such as orange juice, grapefruit juice, or lemon juice.

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   Try to drink some ginger tea to quell your nausea. Ginger has recently gained a reputation as an anti-nausea remedy; and according to one notable study, ginger was even more effective than Dramamine. You can buy ginger tea bags or make your own ginger tea with honey, also known as Tisane decoction.
   • If you don't want to drink warm tea but still want to take advantage of the soothing benefits of ginger, try ginger beer. Open the ginger beer can and wait for the gas to dissolve before drinking; Remember that carbonates can irritate an already weak stomach and lead to vomiting.
   • Another option if you want to use ginger but your stomach can't stand the fluids, try ginger jam. Every 45 minutes, sip a small piece of ginger jam.
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Method 4 of 4: Stop nausea with medication

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   Try Dramamine if you are vomiting from motion sickness. Dramamine, also known as "dimenhydrinate", is effective in treating nausea, upset stomach, and vomiting. The drug is not intended for use in children under 2 years of age. If you know an activity that might make you nauseous or vomiting, take Dramamine 30 to 60 minutes before starting an activity.

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   If you have pain along with vomiting or illness, take acetaminophen. Unlike NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as aspirin or ibuprofen, the acetaminophen group of medications helps to relieve pain without making the nausea worse.

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   See your doctor for a prescription scopolamine patch. The Scopolamine patch, which is applied directly to the skin behind the ear, is effective in preventing nausea and vomiting. Note, however, that scopolamine patches have a number of side effects that can cause more problems than nausea.

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   If vomiting doesn't stop after 2 days for adults or 1 day for children, see your doctor. You may become severely dehydrated and require intravenous fluids. advertisement

Advice

• Relax, breathe slowly and deeply. Sometimes feeling anxious or afraid of vomiting can make nausea worse.
• Do not drink while lying down - this position will easily cause the liquid to overflow.
• Usually, when you are about to vomit, a lot of saliva will be released in your mouth, and that is a warning sign for you to find somewhere to vomit, quickly!
• Relax and sit on the sofa or lie on a warm bed and wrap the blanket around you.
• If you have stomach flu, you should try to use a separate bathroom, as other people can catch it if you use the shared bathroom.
• Always keep a plastic bag or trash bag nearby, and if you feel your vomiting surge, get up and take a deep breath.
• If the nausea and vomiting are caused by migraines, stay away from strong light, noise, or strong smells.
• Take the pill before the nausea becomes unbearable so that it doesn't vomit and has time to be effective.
• Be aware of the cause of your nausea if this has happened in the past. You may be able to cure or avoid the condition.
• When you vomit, you can lose the bulk of water your body needs. Dehydration can also trigger vomiting. Remember to drink small sips of water. Drinking large amounts of water can cause stomach upset and induce vomiting.
• Distract yourself so you don't notice nausea, like listening to soothing music or watching a light show on TV.
• When you feel nauseous, don't expect to vomit. Think about something fun. This may help relieve nausea in some cases.

Warning

• If you eat too fast, your stomach may not have enough time to keep the food in it and it will back up.
• If you are unable to stop the vomiting attack, and it occurs frequently, see your doctor right away.
• People with diabetes should consult their doctor before taking sugar syrup.
• Although toxins or food poisoning cases are usually not medication, you can still take over-the-counter Emetrol to ease your vomiting, or you can visit your doctor to ask about other medications can use.
• Vomiting is not a way to help lose weight. Anorexia is a disorder and is very unhealthy. Please seek the advice of a medical professional.

What you need

• Good spirit
• Mint candies, dry crackers or toast
• Ginger beer or other clear liquids
• Tea, juice or sports drinks
• Bucket for vomiting
• Wet towels or paper towels
• Recreational media such as television, books or games