Nausea,that unpleasant feeling of being sick to the stomach , of feeling the urge to vomit, is an experience that everyone has experienced and may still feel from time to time.
Whether caused by food poisoning, indigestion, a virus, transportation or pregnancy, nausea is never pleasant. In the worst cases, it causes the patient to vomit the contents of their stomach.
Added to this is loss of appetite. The problem, however, is that this loss of appetite can hinder the patient’s recovery and compromise his or her health.
Here are five foods to eat without moderation in case of nausea!
Ginger
Ginger is renowned for its anti-nausea properties, making it a popular option in cases of motion sickness or pregnancy.
It can be enjoyed as an infusion, added fresh to dishes, or consumed as a juice!
The lemon
Known for stimulating liver and pancreas enzymes, lemon can be consumed as a juice diluted in hot or cold water.
Another alternative is to place a few drops oflemon essential oil on a sugar cube, which can then be ingested.
Oral use of essential oils is generally not recommended during pregnancy (except on medical advice), with the exception of lemon essential oil, which is an ideal alternative to medication.
Mint
Its fresh fragrance is particularly appreciated by pregnant women, making mint a recommended choice for both pregnancy and indigestion.
It can be enjoyed as an herbal tea, by infusing a few fresh mint leaves in hot water.
Like lemon, two drops ofpeppermint essential oil can be placed on a sugar cube or in a teaspoon of honey.
Finally, simply inhaling directly from the bottle can relieve mild nausea.
Fennel
Renowned for its antispasmodic properties, fennel is a precious ally for the digestive system.
Added to this are its diuretic properties and its ability to fight parasites in the body.
To make the most of its benefits, steam the bulbs. You can also blend them into a soup.
Commercially available fennel herbal teas retain these same beneficial properties.
Lemon balm teas
Like mint, lemon balm has anti-gastric-reflux, anti-swelling and antispasmodic properties, making it an ideal ally in cases of nausea.
It can be consumed as an herbal tea, infused in hot water, several times throughout the day.
A final word of advice…
As a general rule, protein-rich foods are highly recommended in cases of nausea: turkey, chicken breast, egg.
In addition, nuts such as almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, cashews or pecans, as well as dried fruits, may also provide relief for nausea sufferers.
Finally, don’t forget to stay well hydrated!