How to Avoid Carsickness

Some people are more prone to carsickness than others. Though there is no cure, there are ways to greatly decrease the symptoms of carsickness and make a long ride more manageable.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Cold water
• A snack

1. 
    

   Drink cold water. Even mild dehydration can cause nausea and dizziness, which will compound the effects of carsickness. Cold water, for some reason, settles the stomach better than warm water.

2. 
    

   Bring some crackers. Ironically, an empty stomach will make you sicker than one with a little food in it.

3. 
    

   Sit in the front seat. If you sit in the back seat, you will have a tendency to look out the side window. This will cause you to move your eyes back and forth, which contributes to carsickness.

4. 
    

   On a similar note, don't read. This may be hard if you are going on a long trip and need to pass the time. Consider bringing an audio book and listening to it on a head set.

5. Open the window enough to allow some fresh air in. Stuffy air can make you nauseous.

6. 
    

   If you need to, ask the driver to make a stop. If you get out of the car and walk around for a few minutes, your symptoms will disappear quickly. This reprieve may be what it takes to get you through the rest of the trip.

Tips & Warnings

• If you have had severe carsickness in the past, bring along a bowl in case of emergency.