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Motion sickness is that unpleasant travel partner no one invites, but many end up dealing with it. While you're travelling, your eyes and inner ears send mixed signals to the brain, one says you are moving, the other says no, no o you are not, which ultimately leads to nausea, dizziness, and that discomfort that ruins the whole trip. You may start your trip with excitement, bags packed and a playlist full, but the moment the nausea kicks in, the whole journey begins to lose its charm. Instead of enjoying the scenic view, you are just looking out of the window, praying for the destination to arrive as soon as possible.
What makes it even worse is that certain foods can trigger these symptoms without you even acknowledging them. One wrong meal before stepping into a car, bus, or flight can totally derail your plans. That is why knowing what foods to avoid if you have motion sickness before travel becomes just as important as packing your essentials for the trip. These tips can help keep your stomach relaxed so that you can enjoy the trip, not fight through it.
Oily And Fried Foods
Oily snacks may feel appealing to munch on while on a journey, but they can be the worst enemy for motion sickness. Greasy foods are heavy in the stomach, have slow digestion and increase the nauseous, swirling feeling while on the trip. The bumps while on the road make nausea feel like it’s bubbling up with every movement. If your stomach already feels susceptible before travel, these foods only add to the discomfort; hence, it is best to avoid them. Choosing lighter meals instead can keep your gut calm, your mind relaxed, and the journey far more comfortable.
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Spicy Foods
That spicy plate of momos or masala fries can tempt you, but spicy foods trigger heartburn and acidity. These two things intensify motion sickness at a rapid pace. When you are bouncing around in a car or flight, the warmth of the spices can go back up your throat, making you feel flushed, dizzy, and discomfited. The internal heat mixed with external motion can create a storm to make you feel nauseousness. While on the trip, enjoy light, soothing foods that will turn every bump into a burning sensation.
Dairy-Rich Foods
Many assume, a glass of milk or a cheesy sandwich is not harmless, but dairy products can turn out to be heavy when you are travelling. For many people, milk-based foods can cause bloating and mucus buildup, which further worsens that choking, uneasy feeling during travel. The creaminess will turn uncomfortable too soon, particularly when the stomach feels like churning. Dairy does not digest easily, and the mixture of heaviness and movement leads to that sick feeling. Choosing dairy-free snacks so that you feel lighter and the trip is much easier.
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Sugary Snacks & Sweets
Cookies, chocolates, and sugary drinks can give you a quick energy rush, but during travel, that sudden spike and crash will hit hard. Sugar will cause fluctuations in blood glucose, causing dizziness, headaches, and nausea when the motion starts. Apart from this, the sugary foods will trigger the acid production, which worsens the feeling. Choosing the balanced, less sweet snacks will help in avoiding that rollercoaster level, just when you are trying to stay stable.
Caffeinated Drinks
Coffee and energy drinks can feel like a pre-travel ritual, but caffeine dehydrates you and can speed up your heart rate. These two things make motion sickness ever worse. As the vehicle moves, that uneasy feeling from caffeine mixed with dizziness makes the nausea feel stronger and longer-lasting. Caffeine can also cause acidity, making the stomach feel sensitive to even small movements. If you are prone to motion sickness, avoiding that morning latte can actually give you a calmer, more relaxed travel experience.
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