Home Remedies for Vomiting

Why do we Vomit?

Vomiting, or emesis is a reflex activity, which refers to the forceful retrograde expulsion of stomach contents caused by humoral stimulation of the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ). The actual function of vomiting is to remove toxic or harmful substances from the body after ingestion. However, vomiting is multifactorial in origin and can be caused due to various reasons. Retching is the sustained contraction of the chest and abdominal muscles that accompanies before or during vomiting (1^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Nausea and Vomiting

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Common Causes of Vomiting

Some of the common causes that may cause the sensation of feeling nauseated and cause vomiting are as follows (2^✔ ✔Trusted Source
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• Food poisoning
• Gastroenteritis
• Uremia
• Chemotherapy
• Motion sickness
• Gastrointestinal ulceration
• Pancreatitis
• Spinning too fast on a ride
• Surgery
• Pregnancy
• Certain drugs
• Disgusting sights
• Disgusting smells (3^✔ ✔Trusted Source
  Effect of Cardamom Inhalation Therapy on Intra-and Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting of Mothers Undergoing Spinal Anesthesia for Elective Cesarean Section
  
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Disclaimer: The home remedies suggested here are not a substitute for treatment by doctors. It is advisable to seek an expert’s opinion. All the remedies listed here may not be suitable for everyone. It is recommended to check for allergies or do a patch test before using the remedy.

Home Remedies for Vomiting

Tip 1

Cardamoms has stomachic carminative and aromatic stimulant properties, which may help prevent the unpleasant smell in the mouth during nausea and vomiting. Heat 2 cardamoms in a dry saucepan. Powder them, add a tablespoon of honey, and take it whenever required. According to a study, cardamom aromatherapy helped in reducing nausea and retching, especially in women who had undergone a cesarean surgery (3^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Effect of Cardamom Inhalation Therapy on Intra-and Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting of Mothers Undergoing Spinal Anesthesia for Elective Cesarean Section

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Tip 2

Try mint tea to get relief from vomiting. Add mint leaves in boiling water. Strain the leaves and serve your tea. A study indicates that the use of peppermint may reduce nausea and vomiting, especially in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy (4^✔ ✔Trusted Source
The Effect of Peppermint (Mentha piperita) Extract on the Severity of Nausea, Vomiting and Anorexia in Patients with Breast Cancer Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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Tip 3

Lemon juice is a traditional remedy for vomiting used in many cultures. The aromatic effects of lemon help treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. According to a scientific study report, almost 40% of pregnant women used lemon scent to relieve nausea and vomiting (5^✔ ✔Trusted Source
The Effect of Lemon Inhalation Aromatherapy on Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy: A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Controlled Clinical Trial

Go to source). Make a mixture of water, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, ½ teaspoon of sugar and a pinch of baking soda, combine all these ingredients together, stir well and drink it. This may help provide relief from vomiting.

Tip 4

Ginger has antiemetic properties, which aid in the prevention of vomiting. Ginger is good for your digestive system and helps to block unnecessary secretion inside the stomach that can cause vomiting. So when having pre-signs of vomiting (6^✔ ✔Trusted Source
The Effectiveness of Ginger in the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting during Pregnancy and Chemotherapy

Go to source). Just have some ginger tea with a little sugar during the pre-signs of vomiting.

Tip 5

If you have just finished a bout of vomiting the smell of vomit and the after taste in your mouth can cause more vomiting. In such cases, make a mixture of 1 teaspoon of vinegar with ½ a cup of water. Mix it well and rinse your mouth with this mixture properly. This will help freshen up your breath.

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Tip 6

Rice water helps to reduce vomiting, especially, when it is caused by gastritis (7^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Rice water in treatment of infantile gastroenteritis

Go to source). Rice water is the water used in cooking or boiling rice. Boil a cup of white rice in 2 cups of water, strain, and drink the rice water.

Tip 7

The antiseptic and anesthetic properties of cloves help in digestion and they have been traditionally used for centuries to treat vomiting (8^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Syzygium aromaticum L. (Myrtaceae): Traditional Uses, Bioactive Chemical Constituents, Pharmacological and Toxicological Activities

Go to source). You can chew some raw cloves or you can add it to tea and drink. Another way to use cloves to stop vomiting is by swallowing a mixture of powdered fried cloves and honey.

Tip 8

The medicinal and aromatic properties of aniseeds can reduce the sensation of feeling nauseated (9^✔ ✔Trusted Source
Review of Pharmacological Properties and Chemical Constituents of Pimpinella anisum

Go to source). You can chew aniseed for quick relief. You can also sprinkle roasted aniseed on mild vegetables like carrots or pumpkin. The aromatic effects of anise may be beneficial in treating nausea and vomiting.