While pregnancy can be one of the most beautiful and memorable phases of a person's life, waking up with nausea every day can take the most of it. Morning sickness is one of the most commonly faced issues by pregnant females. However, despite the name, nausea and vomiting can occur at any time of the day. So, what can you do to feel better?
Well, the good news is there are several foods that are backed by science and have been proven to help alleviate the symptoms of morning sickness. So, why don’t you give them a try and go back to waking up with a smile and keep collecting memories of this unforgettable chapter of your life?
Ginger
Ginger is one of the most-respected foods since ancient times. Even in Ayurveda, ginger is given a lot of importance thanks to its medicinal properties. As per a study published in the journal National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, ginger is helpful in treating motion sickness, which has also been beneficial for managing morning sickness symptoms. You can add ginger to your meals, have ginger tea, gingerbread, and much more.
Lemon
Be it as lemonade, lemon tea, or just a squeeze of lemon juice on salads, it can be a game changer for morning sickness. A study published in the Journal of the School of Nursing in 2022 proved that even aromatherapy with lemon oil can help to reduce the symptoms of nausea and vomiting and help you feel at ease. So, keep a stock of lemons in your refrigerator, and try taking sips of lemonade every now and then.
Bananas
Bananas, being easy-to-digest fruit, help provide fibre to the body and also give you a burst of energy that can also help to lower the fatigue related to morning sickness. Being a great source of potassium, there is a study published in the journal Endocrine Connections in 2018 that can help to make up for the lost nutrients during continuous vomiting.
Salted Biscuits
It has often been found that remaining empty stomach for a long time can increase the severity of nausea. If your pregnancy is giving you morning sickness, try to eat some salted biscuits in the morning. Firstly, the sodium content in your body will increase, which will help to reduce the symptoms, and while you are not able to eat anything heavy in the morning, you can eat a few biscuits to avoid being on an empty stomach.
Water-Rich Food
Staying hydrated is always important, but it should be given special attention while you’re pregnant. Apart from sticking to drinking 7-8 glasses of water in a day, try to incorporate water-rich foods like watermelons, cucumbers, popsicles, etc, that can help to keep you hydrated. To manage your nausea, you can also add more fluids like coconut water, fresh juices, flavoured water, etc.
Herbal Teas
As per a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2016, herbal teas like peppermint tea and lemon tea have been found to show impeccable results in minimising nausea. So, to get instant relief from pregnancy’s morning sickness, have a cup of herbal tea after waking up. You can also drink teas like chamomile tea at night to maximise the benefits of herbal teas.