Nausea is a common problem that can be caused by various conditions. Nausea occurs when you feel like vomiting or discomfort in the abdomen. These symptoms are often experienced early in pregnancy. Some types of treatment, such as chemotherapy or surgery, can also cause nausea. Since a long time ago, drinking a cup of warm tea has been believed to help treat nausea. As quoted from Healthline, here are 5 of the best tea to help relieve nausea.
- Ginger tea
It has been believed for thousands of years that this herbal tea made from ginger root can help relieve nausea, and some studies also support this statement. To make it, just boil grated ginger for 10-20 minutes. You can also add honey or lemon juice to it. - Chamomile tea
Derived from flowers that have a distinctive taste, chamomile tea is known to help relax the muscles of the digestive system and overcome nausea, vomiting and digestive disorders. Some studies show that chamomile tea is more effective in dealing with symptoms of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy compared to ginger tea. - Honey lemon tea
The combination of sour lemon and sweet honey makes this drink quite popular. Many studies have shown that lemon can help relieve nausea. Meanwhile, honey also has anti-bacterial properties that can help fight infections that can cause nausea. - Fennel tea
Known for its anti-viral and anti-microbial properties that are good for the body, fennel tea has always been believed to help overcome nausea and other digestive problems such as stomach aches, diarrhoea, and constipation. To make it, prepare one teaspoon of dried fennel seeds, then put in one glass of hot water and let stand for 5-10 minutes. - Liquorice tea
Same with chamomile, liquorice is a plant that has a sweet taste. Many different types of food or beverage products that use this plant. As sweet as it tastes, liquorice has always been used to help reduce symptoms of indigestion, nausea, vomiting, to bloating. The study results also show that liquorice extract can help overcome stomach ulcers, which can trigger nausea symptoms.
Text by Anggie Triana
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Source:
- Healthline - The 6 Best Teas for Nausea (2019). https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/tea-for-nausea, 12 December 2019.