Understanding Nausea

Nausea comes in waves and may make you want to vomit. It often occurs before or after vomiting. You may suddenly feel cold, clammy and dizzy and appear pale. You may also notice your breathing and heart rate change. There is an area in the brain called the “vomiting center” and this controls nausea and vomiting. 

One positive effect of Nausea is that it is considered to function as a protective mechanism, warning the organism to avoid potential toxic ingestion. Being nausea is common to everyone and usually it goes away on its own. Here are some tips on how to prevent nausea from happening:

• get plenty of fresh air
• distract yourself – for example, listen to music or watch a film
• take sips of a cold drink – some people find fizzy drinks best
• eat smaller, more frequent meals

We also recommend a few things that you may consider avoiding to prevent nausea:

• do not eat or cook strong-smelling food
• do not eat hot, fried or greasy food
• do not eat too quickly
• do not have a large drink with meals
• do not lie down soon after eating
• do not wear clothes that are tight around your waist 

So when do you see a doctor for nausea?  It is highly suggested to visit the hospital or your doctor when nausea is lasting for several days or accompanied with chest pain and shortness of breath.