Vomiting is generally not a serious health problem. Most often, it is your body’s reaction to a temporary problem. Some of the main causes behind vomiting are excessive eating, pregnancy, drinking too much alcohol, food poisoning, viral infections, and stomach disorders.
Some of the warning signs vomiting may be excess salvia in the mouth, dizziness, fluctuating body temperature and increased heartbeat. If you notice these signs, try some of these easy and simple home remedies.
One of the most common problems faced by adults as well as children, vomiting is a natural reflux of the body as a reaction to some conditions or diseases of the body. It results in forcible expulsion of the contents inside the stomach as a result of the stomach contracting. It is the body’s way of expelling the toxic substances that causes irritation. Vomiting is not a disease as such, but a number of diseases and disorders can cause vomiting. Few of the causes could be gastroenteritis, food poisoning, pregnancy, over eating etc.
Though one feels extremely unpleasant when the feeling of vomiting arises, it must never be suppressed as the body could be trying to eliminate something that could be dangerous. Suppressing vomiting could be more annoying than vomiting and feeling relieved. It is very important to treat the symptoms associated with vomiting, especially in children as it could lead to severe dehydration due to loss of fluids and electrolyte imbalance. If vomiting persists and the condition of the person deteriorates, seek medical attention without wasting any time. There are a number of home remedies that you can administer for stopping bouts of vomiting and making the individual feel much better.
Here are the top home remedies for vomiting.
1. Ginger
Ginger is good for your digestive system and blocks unnecessary secretion in the stomach that can cause vomiting. It works as a natural anti-emetic. To prevent vomiting:
Try some ginger tea with a little sugar or eat some fresh gingerbread or fresh ginger slices with salt.
Alternatively, you can mix one teaspoon each of ginger juice and lemon juice and consume it several times a day.Ginger is known to cure a number of stomach irritations and pain. It is also anti spasmodic in nature which is all you need for putting an end to vomiting. Crush a ginger piece of about 1” and add a glass of water to it. Steep the water for 10-15 minutes and drink it for immediate success in stopping the natural reflux.
Another simple alternative is to chew a piece of fresh ginger with or without honey.
2. Rice Water
Rice water helps alleviate vomiting, especially when it is caused by gastritis. While preparing rice water, use white rice not brown rice as it is rich in starch and easier to digest.
Boil a cup of rice in one to one and a half cup of water.
Strain the solution.
Drink this rice water.
3. Cinnamon
Cinnamon helps to treat nausea as well as vomiting. Pregnant women should not use this remedy.
In a cup of boiling water, add one-half teaspoon cinnamon powder or one cinnamon stick and steep for a few minutes.
Strain the water and sweeten it with one tablespoon of honey. Sip it slowly.
Do this at least two to three times a day.
Cinnamon sticks can make a great difference to your feeling of vomiting. If the vomiting is caused due to indigestion, cinnamon can help in aiding proper digestion and prevent vomiting.
During an episode of indigestion the intestinal tract will be irritated and you may feel nauseous as well. Take half a teaspoon of powdered cinnamon and boil along with a cup of water. Drink this for relief from vomiting and the associated symptoms.
4. Mint
Mint tea can provide relief from vomiting.
To make mint tea, add one tablespoon of dried mint leaves to a cup of boiling water. Steep it for half an hour, strain it and your tea is ready.
You can chew the mint leaves used for making the tea. If fresh mint leaves are available, you can even chew them to cure vomiting.
You can make an alternative soothing solution by combining one teaspoon lemon juice to mint juice and have it at regular intervals.
Go and fetch some mint leaves from the garden and chew on it if you cannot control your vomiting sensation anymore. Mint is capable of removing any kind of irritation in the intestine and the esophagus.
Mint Leaves
It is also capable of destroying the germs present in the stomach which could probably be the reason for your vomiting in the first place.
Go and fetch some mint leaves from the garden and chew on it if you cannot control your vomiting sensation anymore. Mint is capable of removing any kind of irritation in the intestine and the esophagus.It is also capable of destroying the germs present in the stomach which could probably be the reason for your vomiting in the first place.
5. Vinegar
The smell of vomit can sometimes cause more vomiting.
To freshen your breath and prevent further vomiting, rinse your mouth with one teaspoon of vinegar diluted in half a cup of water.
Apple cider vinegar also can help stop repeated vomiting. Mix one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and one tablespoon of honey in a glass of water. Drink it twice daily.
The bacteria causing the vomiting will have to be removed from the intestine in order to facilitate complete healing and stop the vomiting fully. What better remedy for it than apple cider vinegar! Apple cider vinegar has anti microbial qualities which put in on a pedestal higher than the other remedies.
Take a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and add a cup of water to it. Drink this once and see the effect on the vomiting. Do this until your vomiting stops completely. Once the vomiting stops, you can be sure that the germs are taken care of.
Cloves have antiseptic and anesthetic properties that help in digestion and can also cure vomiting.
You can chew some raw cloves or use a few cloves to make a cup of tea to treat vomiting.
You can also put a few drops of clove oil in a glass of warm water and drink it slowly.
Another way to use cloves during vomiting is to mix the powder of dried cloves with honey and swallow it.
Cloves are used for treating symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, indigestion and vomiting. Take a teaspoon of cloves and boil along with one cup of water. Allow it to simmer for ten minutes.
7. Aniseed
Aniseed has many medicinal properties and can help treat vomiting.
Simply chew a teaspoon of aniseed for some quick relief.
You can drink a cup of herbal tea. Put one-half teaspoon of aniseed in half a cup of boiling water. Steep for a few minutes and strain it before drinking it.
You can also sprinkle roasted aniseed on mild vegetables such as carrots or pumpkin.
8. Cumin
One of the best and easiest home remedies for vomiting is cumin.
Mix one-half tablespoon of grounded cumin seeds with water and drink it.
You can also mix one teaspoon of cumin seeds and a pinch of nutmeg in a cup of boiling water and let it steep for a few minutes. Strain the mixture and then drink it.
Add some cumin powder and cardamom powder to one teaspoon of honey and take it slowly.
9. Onion Juice
Onion juice can help combat nausea and vomiting.
Mix one teaspoon of onion juice with one teaspoon of grated ginger.
Swallow this mixture at regular intervals to cure vomiting.
You can also drink some onion juice followed by a cup of cold peppermint tea. The unique combination of onion juice and peppermint will soothe your stomach and help ease vomiting.
10. Milk
Milk can also be used to treat vomiting but you must not drink it alone.
You can drink milk along with a light and easy-to-digest snack such as soda crackers.
You can also opt for milk toast, which is easy to make and good for your stomach. Heat one cup of milk until warm and put it in a bowl. Take a piece of toast, slightly buttered, and add it to the milk. Eat it slowly.
These natural remedies should help make you feel better. If your condition does not improve, consult your doctor.
11.Drink Plenty Of Water
Severe bouts of vomiting can be dangerous for the body. Loss of water from the body can lead to intense dehydration and resultant symptoms. In order to prevent the body from getting dehydrated, drink plenty of water so that your fluid balance will remain intact.
As vomiting is body’s natural way to remove the waste build up in the body, you are also facilitating the process by drinking plenty of water and flushing out the toxins. Probably, this could be all that you need for stopping your vomiting.
12.Drink Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is fortified with all the right vitamins and minerals that can halt vomiting with a single dose. Vitamin C, proteins, magnesium, calcium, vitamin B and other nutrients are great ways by which you can revive the energy that is lost after a fit of vomiting.
13.Fennel
Fennel is capable of eliminating the bacterial action in the stomach and intestines, thereby eliminating loose motions and releasing the tense intestinal muscles.
Take a cup of water and add a teaspoon of fennel seeds to it. Boil in low flame for about 10 minutes. Strain and drink which will give the perfect solution.
While using these home remedies, one must also take great care to avoid solid food as this would aggravate the problem if the vomiting is due to indigestion. Fresh fruit juices and water must be consumed in abundance to remain hydrated. However, it’s a better idea to avoid milk and other dairy products when you have vomiting. You must also refrain from oily and junk food and drinks that are caffeinated, alcohol and milk products.
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