17 foods that help you relieve nausea and how to prepare them

Nausea is one of the most common discomforts in pregnancy, which affects approximately half of pregnant women, sometimes accompanied by vomiting. They are common in the first trimester, especially during the morning, although in some cases they can last longer, even during pregnancy.

They also affect people in cancer treatments, or they may occur promptly associated with a general malaise. What foods can we eat to relieve episodes of nausea?

1. Almonds

In general all fatty nuts such as almonds, peanuts, hazelnuts and walnuts contain Vitamin B6, an ally to combat nausea.

They are also an important source of nutrients and healthy fats, so you can take a small portion of nuts every day or include them in recipes such as this delicious tangerine and soft crumb almond cake.

2. Lemon

Squeeze lemon and drink the juice with a little sugar It is a remedy that usually works to relieve nausea.

You can also add the juice of half a lemon to a glass of water, and there are even those who cut the lemon in half and inhale its perfume when they feel nauseous.

If you are not such a lemon fan, you can prepare lemonades by combining it with other fruits such as strawberries, pineapples or raspberries, all of them also with important pregnancy benefits.

3. Ginger

Benefits of ginger intake in pregnancy have been observed to reduce the nausea and vomiting that usually occur during pregnancy, when consumed in amounts of 1 gram daily.

You can also get ginger oil from this root. Among its properties it has also been found that ginger has powerful antioxidants, even with an effect superior to those present in garlic.

It is also a good source of minerals such as selenium, potassium, iron, magnesium and zinc, and of vitamins, among which vitamin E stands out and those of the B complex, especially folic acid.

You can prepare it in an infusion or include it in a recipe for spiced pears and ginger cake or in a date and ginger cake.

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4. Water with low sodium gas

There are different types of carbonated water, and in pregnancy we have to look at its sodium content. Because, unlike non-carbonated water, many types of carbonated water increase the amount of sodium to levels that are sometimes not advisable.

Taking it in small sips helps fight nausea. But avoid very sweet drinks, with caffeine or milk, which can make nausea worse.

5. Banana

Bananas can help relieve the feeling of nausea by stimulating the production of mucosa in the stomach lining. The mucosa creates a barrier against gastric acid substances that cause stomach upset. It is also a recommended food to combat acidity thanks to its alkalizing properties.

You can eat the piece of fruit as is, or prepare a banana and walnut bund cake for breakfast or an ultralight banana and almond cake.

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6. Cookies

Dry foods settle the stomach and help mitigate the feeling of nausea in the morning. A good tip is to leave a couple of cookies on your bedside table to take them in the morning as soon as you wake up.

The preferable ones are pretzels, a toast or grisines, but you can also try these homemade lemon cookies very easy and quick to make.

7. Pickled gherkins

Pickled pickles or pickles in vinegar, as well as scallions or pickled olives, may help mitigate the feeling of nausea in pregnancy.

Pickles are also a source of folic acid, an essential vitamin in pregnancy, and help prevent heartburn. However, its strong flavor may not be well accepted by all pregnant women.

You can consume them as is or include them in a Danish-style sandwich for an uncomplicated dinner or as an ingredient in a cold beet soup.

8. Mint tea

Peppermint is effective in combating morning sickness. If you are going to do it at home with mint leaves, you have to heat the water only until it reaches its boiling point, cover the infusion and let stand 15 minutes to preserve all its properties.

9. Apple

The apple is one of the essential fruits in pregnancy. It is an ideal snack to eat between meals: healthy, nutritious and perfect to keep you always hydrated.

They also help keep nausea at bay. You can eat it as is, without skin if you do not tolerate it well, in pieces in a yogurt, prepare it in compote, or include it in your dishes in an original way. We leave you 49 recipes with the apple as the protagonist.

10. Rice

Cereals such as white rice contribute to settle the stomach and prevent nausea and vomiting.

There are hundreds of ways to cook this cereal. We leave you here seven original recipes, a classic baked rice with tomato and some rice and pea muffins if you want to experiment.

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11. Raisins

Raisins are also an important source of vitamin B6, so they are effective in relieving nausea.

They are also a good source of fiber and carbohydrates, many of them natural sugars. In addition, they offer a variety of minerals among which calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium, and also have a minimum of vitamin C.

You can take them for breakfast alone, in a pudding of chia, coconut and nuts or in a crunchy oatmeal and almond muesli.

A good idea is to always carry a handful in the bag to snack between meals, since they are also very healthy as a snack.

12. Pumpkin seeds

Maybe you didn't know, but pumpkin seeds or seeds are also edible, and have very beneficial nutrients. In addition to being a source of magnesium, they help relieve nausea.

You can take them toast as a healthy snack recipe or include them in a broccoli recipe with peanuts, pumpkin seeds and brewer's yeast.

13. Wheat germ

Wheat germ is a superfood derived from a widely used cereal such as wheat and in addition to having an important contribution of vegetable proteins, it is a concentrated source of iron and vitamin B6, an ally against nausea and vomiting.

You can add a tablespoon to a skimmed yogurt, or incorporate it into a hamburger batter, a cake, bread or cookies instead of refined flour.

14. Potatoes

Carbohydrates are well tolerated, settle the stomach and are easily digested. The potatoes combine very well as an accompaniment to any dish. It is preferable to boil or steam it and add a jet of olive oil and salt (a little) low in sodium, or pureed.

15. Turkey meat

If you suffer nausea, choose lean meats like turkey and avoid those that have more fat like pork.

Avoid buying the processed breast and instead cook it on the grill, with the honro or steamed. You can include it in avocado and turkey quesadillas for dinner watching a movie or in Swedish-style meatloaf.

16. Pasta

Like potatoes and cereals, pasta helps fight unpleasant nausea. You can take pasta dishes two or three times a week, and better if it is integral to increase fiber consumption and improve intestinal transit and constipation, a common discomfort in pregnancy.

We leave you 11 original and delicious pasta recipes so you can vary.

17. Jello

Fresh foods such as sorbets or gelatin, if you don't feel like eating hot foods, help relieve nausea. Prepare individual jelly jars (better without sugar) and keep them always fresh in the fridge.

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