Unlike popular perception, vomiting is not harmful. It is, in fact, the reaction of the body to a temporary problem. Some of the causes behind vomiting include drinking too much alcohol, overeating, food poisoning, pregnancy, emotional stress, and motion sickness. Here are some home remedies to overcome the problem of vomiting.
Vomiting is a general problem which don’t carry any serious issues. Mostly vomiting is caused due to the reasons like having heavy meals, pregnancy, viral infections, stomach upset, having too much of alcohol and food poisoning.
There are few signs that warn you when you are going to vomit, which includes fluctuation of body temperature, increase in the heart beat, excessive formation of saliva in the mouth and dizziness. If you sense any of the above symptoms then follow the below remedy,
How to stop vomiting with home remedies?
Black mustard seeds
Blend a handful of mustard seeds into a fine paste. The application of this paste on your stomach you can stop vomiting quickly.
Eat smaller meals
When your suffering from vomiting, it’s good to eat smaller meal several times a day instead of three large meals a day. Smaller meals boost the digestion process and hence reduces vomiting.
Orange and rock salt
Develop a habit of carrying oranges and rock salt while traveling. Eating orange slices with a pinch of rock salt is effective in relaxing vomiting due to motion sickness. Inhaling the aroma of orange peel can get rid of vomiting sensation within minutes.
Watermelon with Black pepper
Pick fresh watermelon and cut small slices out of it. Sprinkle pepper powder on watermelon pieces and snack on them to hydrate your body and to get rid from vomiting efficiently.
Cardamom
Mix 1 tsp. Cardamom powder with 1 tsp. honey and have it frequently to stop vomiting.
Chamomile tea
Prepare tea by dipping chamomile tea bags into hot water and enjoy it to relax acidity, improve gut function and get rid of vomiting.
Deep breathing exercises
Do 5 sets of deep breathing exercises to ease vomiting sensation. When you inhale, think that your body is rejuvenating and while you exhale, think that your healing.
Yogurt
Yummy yogurt is rich in probiotics. Therefore, Intake of yogurt with fresh fruits can calm digestive tract and ease vomiting.
Hydration and rest
Drink one glass of water every hour to keep your body hydrated and to enhance digestion. Adequate rest and sleep are necessary to help the body regain its normal function.
Gooseberry
Chew on dried sugar coated gooseberry to instantly get rid of vomiting sensation. To enhance the effects, sprinkle rock salt and pepper powder on the gooseberry slices.
Activated charcoal
The activated charcoal has the ability to bind to the toxins that are built up in your gastrointestinal system. It can also eliminate the toxins from the body. Taking two capsules of activated charcoals every hour can eliminate the infection-causing bacteria that cause the vomit sensation and nausea. Always recommend your doctor before consuming the capsules as for adults, the maximum dosage should be 5g per day.
Lemon
Take one teaspoon of lemon juice and one teaspoon of honey. Now mix them properly to make a mixture. Lemon juice contains antioxidants which has the ability to bring down the nausea and eventually stop the vomiting. Besides, the vitamin C content helps to boost the immune system. It also removes the stomach bug which gives rise to the vomit sensation.
Baking soda
When you vomit, certain acids build up in your mouth. Baking soda helps to neutralize those acids and you get rid of the horrible taste in your mouth. All you need to do is make a solution by mixing ¼ teaspoon of baking powder with ½ glass of water. Rinse your mouth properly with the solution. You can also use this solution to protect your teeth from getting damaged.
Ice water
Drink a glass of ice cold water is an effective way to get rid of the vomiting sensation. Take small sips and you will notice that the feeling of nausea is gradually reduced.
Basil
Basil leaves has the ability to prevent food borne illness and provides a good source of iron, calcium Vitamin C and potassium for the body. There are different ways in which you can consume the basil leaves to reduce vomiting sensation. Mix basil with honey or make a mixture of yogurt, basil and salt.
Clove
The antiseptic and anesthetic properties of cloves improves the digestion, by which it can cure vomiting
- Chew two or three cloves until the clove leave its liquid in to mouth. Preparing a tea with the addition of cloves will also helps your vomiting problem.
- Simply add few drops of clove oil to warm water and drink it up.
- Yet another way to make use of cloves to relieve from vomiting problem is by swallowing the mixture formed from clove powder with the sufficient amount of honey.
Mint
To get away from the vomiting sensation, collect the fresh mint leaves and chew them.
- You can prepare mint tea to cure the vomiting problem. Preparation of mint tea doesn’t takes huge time. It can be made easily by adding the mint leaves to the boiled water and leaving for 20 to 30 minutes in order to steep. Strain it to get your mint tea.
- Alternatively, prepare a soothing solution by the addition of lemon juice to mint juice. Consume it in the regular intervals for the effective results.
Ginger
Ginger is loaded with the anti-emetic properties. It acts as an effective agent for the digestion, clogs the unnecessary discharge in the stomach which is causing the vomiting problem.
- Take a medium sized ginger piece and smash it, add this paste a little amount of salt and swallow it.
- Another easy remedy is to chew the ginger pieces directly with or without the add up of honey.
- Go for the solution prepared out from lemon juice and ginger juice to help your stomach. You can make it by adding a table spoon of lemon juice with same amount of ginger juice.
Onion juice
To fight with the vomiting and nausea health problems onion juice helps a lot.
- Take a table spoon of onion juice and mix it up with one table spoon of grated ginger. Consume this mixture for regular intervals to escape from the vomiting.
- To ease vomiting, consume two table spoons of onion juice followed by the drinking of cold peppermint tea. These two ingredients onion and peppermint soothe your stomach and ease the vomiting.
Rice water
To discard the vomiting sensation caused by gastric, rice water is a good home made remedy.
- Simply boil a cup of rice in one and half cup of water. Strain the water and drink it up. Choose only white rice which is rich in starch other than brown rice.
Aniseed
Aniseed has medicinal properties that can help prevent a person from vomiting and also aid in digestion. You can simply chew some aniseed for some instant relief. Rotated aniseed can also be sprinkled on vegetable curries, fruits, etc. and taken for relief from vomiting. Take 1/4th teaspoon of aniseed in half a cup of boiling water. Strain the liquid and drink it for instant relief.
Milk
Do not drink cold milk directly. Instead, try this vintage recipe with milk toast for a bland food that can help combat vomiting and nausea. Heat a cup of milk in a cup of water till it is hot, but not till it is boiling hot. Put it in a bowl. Then, take a piece of slightly buttered toast and add it to the milk. Eat it slowly. You could also choose to take in crackers instead of toast.
Cinnamon
Also known as dalchini, cinnamon can treat nausea and help calm the stomach and prevent vomiting that is caused by digestive problems. Add half a teaspoon or one teaspoon of cinnamon powder to a cup of boiling water. Simply use the stick of a cinnamon, in case you do not have the powder. Allow the cinnamon to settle in the water for a few minutes and then, strain the water. You could also add a teaspoon of honey to the water, if you prefer and then, drink it. This will prevent vomiting caused by digestive problems.
Essential oils
Smelling essential oils such as orange essential oil, bergamot, etc. can help in preventing nausea and vomiting.
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar can help ease you when you have a queasy feeling. It also helps calm the stomach and helps detoxify the body. Thanks to its antimicrobial properties, it can help treat food poisoning. Mix one tablespoon of honey and one tablespoon of apple cider vinegarin a glass full of water. Drink it and repeat this procedure as necessary. The smell of vomit can sometimes make you further want to vomit. Rinse your mouth with a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in half a cup of water in order to freshen your breath and prevent further vomiting.
Fennel seeds
Fennel seeds prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by indigestion. They also have antimicrobial properties, which can prevent the stomach flu, which could be the actual cause of your vomiting. Crush some fennel seeds and add the powder to a cup of boiling water and allow it to settle down for a few minutes. Strain and drink this mixture once or twice every day. Even simply chewing on fennel seeds can help prevent vomiting.
Cumin seeds
One of the easiest and the best home remedies for vomiting is the consumption of cumin seeds. Cumin is particularly useful, when you are feeling queasy, since it stimulates the secretion of pancreatic enzymes, which combat the problem of vomiting. Mix half a teaspoon of cumin seeds in some warm water and drink the mixture. You can also take a pinch of nutmeg along with a pinch of cumin seeds and add both of them to boiling water. Let the mixture settle down for a few minutes and then, strain it and drink it. Another alternative is to add cardamom powder and cumin powder to one teaspoon of honey and take it slowly.
Cranberry juice
Do not take any solid foods for one day till you feel better. When you drink some cranberry juice, it will give you instant relief from vomiting.
Acupressure
When you stimulate the Nei Guan or the pressure point on the wrist meant for stopping vomiting and nausea, it will automatically stop. You can do this by pressing the area with your thumb or any of your other fingers. However, make sure you either watch videos on the technique or consult your physician to get tips on how to perform this technique. Besides, you can also buy an acupressure band for the treatment of nausea and vomiting.
