Holidaymakers have been offered advice on natural food remedies to help prevent sickness when travelling.
Travel experts at Panache Cruises have researched the foods which tourists can eat safely before heading off on a journey.
These foods have been shown to help prevent symptoms of travel sickness, such as nausea, sweating and dizziness.
Eating light and bland foods low in fat, spice, grease, and acid is the key to keeping your stomach at bay and the sickness away.
Unfortunately, motion sickness is common when travelling and can strike without warning.
You must remember to eat something before you travel, even if it is only a snack. Swiss Medical Services advises that travelling on an empty stomach can make you even more susceptible to motion sickness.
It may be challenging, especially when you feel nauseous and don’t fancy anything, but eating some foods can make you feel better and help with hydration.
James Cole, founder and managing director of Panache Cruises, said: “Millions of people suffer from travel sickness, and it can really cast a shadow over their holiday plans.
“For many, the solution may be taking a travel sickness tablet or other medication, but there are many natural foods which for centuries people have used to help them deal with motion sickness.
“Try to eat small portions as frequently as possible and remember to steer clear of heavy, greasy and acidic foods as they worsen sickness because they are slower to digest.
“Always pick foods which are mild in taste and smell to stop the uneasiness of the stomach.
“It may be worth trying some of these natural foods before heading off on a dream holiday by road, air or sea.
Here are five foods which can keep travel sickness at bay:
- Crackers
Always pack your favourite crackers whenever going on a trip. Not only do they help reduce the stomach irritation caused by acid, but their bland taste also prevents vomiting and eases travel sickness. Some light and easy-to-digest saltine crackers are strongly recommended by our experts.
2. Ginger
Ginger has always been a traditional remedy for motion sickness, especially with symptoms like nausea. Since it can easily trigger digestion and speed up the process of the GI tract, ginger significantly lessens the feelings of nausea and sweating, as widely proven by scientific research. Travellers also benefit from a variety of options: ginger tablets, biscuits and tea.
3. Apple
Having a rich source of fibre and vitamins, apples do a great job cleaning off your stomach of nausea-inducing chemicals and easing the digestive system. However, keep in mind that eating too many at one time can reverse their positive effects.
4. Banana
Another lifesaver fruit recommended by our experts is bananas. Nausea and travel sickness are often caused by dehydration and excessive acid content in the stomach. By having this nutritious and high-in-starch fruit, travellers can feel the relief from nausea right away.
5. Nuts
It is no doubt that nuts are the favourite snack of many people, thanks to the health benefits they bring. Not only packed with an abundance of protein and starch, nuts can also effectively restore your energy and defeat nausea.
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