Sip clear fluids slowly (water, oral rehydration solution, ice chips)
Avoid large drinks; take small sips every few minutes
Eat bland foods in small amounts (crackers, toast, rice, bananas, applesauce)
Avoid greasy, spicy, acidic, or heavy foods
Stay upright for at least 30–60 minutes after eating or drinking
Get fresh air and keep the room cool and well ventilated
Rest with your head elevated
Avoid strong odors and triggers (smoke, perfumes, cooking smells)
Try slow breathing (in through the nose, out through the mouth)
Use ginger (tea, chews, or capsules) if it suits you
Consider acupressure wristbands (P6 point)
If you can tolerate it, consider peppermint tea or peppermint lozenges
Use OTC anti-nausea medication if appropriate for you (follow label directions)
Consider antihistamines for nausea (follow label directions and avoid mixing with other sedating meds)
Avoid alcohol and caffeine
Avoid smoking or vaping
Brush teeth gently or rinse with water if nausea is triggered by taste
If vomiting starts, stop eating temporarily and resume with small sips after it settles
Watch for dehydration signs (very dark urine, dizziness, dry mouth, no urination)
Seek urgent care now if you have blood in vomit, severe abdominal pain, stiff neck, confusion, fainting, or signs of severe dehydration
Seek urgent care if you can’t keep fluids down for more than 8–12 hours, or vomiting lasts more than 24 hours (sooner for children, pregnancy, older adults, or serious illness)
Contact a clinician promptly if you have high fever, severe headache, new neurologic symptoms, or recent head injury
For children: seek medical advice urgently if the child is lethargic, has no urine for 8 hours, has sunken eyes, or vomits repeatedly