![]() For some patients greasy, spicy or foods with a strong odour can make their nausea worse. Try foods such as sandwiches, salads, biscuits, yoghurts, cold custard, crème caramel, fruit and fruit salad. These foods tend not to smell strongly and are less likely to trigger feelings of nausea. Many people find that cold foods and food served at room temperature are best. Remember to take your anti-emetics before food or as instructed by the pharmacist and doctor. If you're feeling sick, you may find it helps to take a short walk before a meal and to eat in a room with good ventilation. Sucking antacid tablets may prevent the acidic burning sensation that follows vomiting. If you have been vomiting, don't eat or drink for a short while and then start sipping clear liquids slowly. If you are finding it difficult to drink or keep fluids down contact your doctor or nurse for further advice. ![]() Some people find sucking lemon-flavoured sweets or mints reduce nausea. These can be flavoured with cordials and fruit juice. Crushed ice may also make a drink more enjoyable. You may find sucking ice cubes helps to freshen your mouth. Avoid alcohol as this can cause dehydration. It may help to avoid coffee, which has a strong taste and may also make you thirstier. The last two may also help to relieve nausea. Lemon, peppermint or ginger teas have a pleasant taste and are also refreshing. Fizzy drinks like soda water and ginger ale are quite refreshing. Try sipping clear, cold fluids, such as water and soft drinks, slowly through a straw. It's more important to drink plenty of liquid than to have three meals a day. ![]() Don't force yourself to eat when you're feeling sick.
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