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			How Not to get Carsick (motion sickness) by OK007 Article Rating = 3.74 (74 votes)

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Category: Health & Fitness Here are some tips for people who get carsick... though extensive, choose the one that best fits you. It is recommended to do as many as these, if you want/can 1. Before a long trip, eat something dry in small and amounts like crackers or chips, cookies work also. 2. Before a long trip drink small amounts of non natural drinks suck as colas, water, gatorade and sport drinks can work. DON'T drink milk and dairy products, any natural juices such as orange juice and others with citric acid. 3. A Dramamine (anti motion sickness pill) doesn't hurt, take one if you can. 4. Don't stare out the window, (especially if you are a passenger) for extended periods of time, this creates motion sickness. 5. Sleeping during the trip is highly recommended. 6. Don't consume anything during the trip, especially fruits and dairy products. Dry foods, snacks, and maybe a cookie don't hurt so these can be consumed with caution.. DON'T drink milk and dairy products, any natural juices such as orange juice and others with citric acid during trips. 7. Don't move around too much in the vehicle, such as standing up, or reaching across the seat constantly to get something. 8. NEVER read anything. Viewing television varies from people to people, but it is not recommended If all else fails... Nothing works and you are beginning to feel carsick well... 1. Always prepare for the works for the trip andbring a small plastic bag just in case 2. Avoid talking 3. Try to get as warm as possible, especially extremities, such as hands 4. Lower the window and let fresh air from outside hit your face, not able to be reproduced by airconditionong, this for some reason reduces your feeling of carsickness dramatically. 5. Request a pitstop, for a short brake 6. Don't do any sudden movements or stand up 7. Don't think about it, be optimistic About the author... Submitted By OK007 Description Student Web Page not available Other Articles in this Category Shireen's Recipe for Sugaring Legs by Tamar Auber How to Build Real Muscle (Real Fast) by Jesse Cannone How to Avoid Canker Sores by Philip Stone How to Make a Homemade Heating Pad #2 by Hailey What is Autism? by JLMarshall How to Eliminate Stress by Leslie Wood How to Remedy Body Aches and Cramps (self made heating pad) by Pigglie How to Lose 15 Pounds in 5 Weeks by Kevin Dunn How to eliminate dandruff by Chris Bernick How to Avoid Keyboard Fatigue (carpal tunnel) by Leslie Wood How to Lessen the Pain of Arthritis by Chris Collins How to Treat Asthma Naturally by Jimmy Lee How To Lose Weight Quickly by RJ Smith How to deal with Diarrhea by Ravi Iyer How to Get a Good Night's Sleep (Treat Insomnia) by Anonymous How to Gain Muscle Fast by Greg What is Malignant Mesothelioma? by Anonymous How To Improve Your Deep-Water Exercise by Eric Johnson Other Sites Storkin.com - Baby and Pregnancy Tips and Discussion iPhone Games at TouchArcade.com iPhone Apps at AppShopper.com Health Articles Menopause Symptoms HIV/AIDS Symptoms West Nile Symptoms Diabetes Symptoms Pregnancy Symptoms Read other Articles - click here.