Nausea Symptom Causes Remedies: Get Rid of Nausea | Nausea After Eating

By Patricia | June 8, 2009

Nausea Symptoms, Causes and  Remedies : Why do I feel nauseous after eating? How I can get rid of nausea?

Nausea is a very common symptom and it can be associated with several conditions. From your question, it is quite difficult to tell what could be the reason behind your nausea. You may have to outline a few more details to get a proper diagnosis. It is quite possible that you are feeling nauseous because of improper eating habits. Try and find out if you are eating too frequently or at long intervals. In either case, you may experience nausea. If you are eating foods that do not suit your body, it may make you feel nauseous too. Eating very heavily, especially a rich and fatty meal, can also make you nauseous. You will need to find out if the nausea is being caused by any of these eating behaviors and then change your eating behavior accordingly. Besides these eating disorders, there are several other reasons that can trigger nausea. Some of the most common reasons are: viral gastroenteritis and (if you are a woman) pregnancy. However, nausea can also indicate some serious underlying disorder in the body. It is, therefore, important that you consult a doctor and get a proper medical check done.

Nausea Remedies: Meanwhile, you can also follow some of these self-care tips to get rid of nausea.

  • Relax: Do not get into too much of activity; you should give ample amount of time to rest your body. Hyperactivity and stressful life can make nausea worse.
  • Drink fluids: You should drink cold water, lemonade, or fruit juices throughout the day. Herbal tea, mint tea, or ginger ale can also help. Take small sips of these drinks to get relief from nausea.
  • Avoid triggers: Some of the common triggers of nausea are – certain food or cooking smells, smoke, perfume, heat, humidity, congested space, riding vehicles, etc. Try and identify the factors that act as a trigger for you and avoid them as far as possible.
  • Eat bland food: Eat foods that do not pose any difficulty in digestion. You should eat more of whole grains, cereals, fruits, and such other nutritious foods. Avoid spicy, oily, and fatty foods altogether. If you are feeling nausea because of pregnancy, you should keep snacking on crackers, toasts, and other such light foods at regular intervals.
  • Take over-the-counter (OTC) drugs: For people with motion sickness, it is advisable to keep OTC drugs while travelling. You can also otherwise take certain OTC drugs once in a while to get rid of  nausea. However, if you are feeling nauseous more frequently, you should see a doctor immediately rather than popping OTC drugs.