Managing Mild Altitude Sickness: Relief & Prevention

These steps include some remedies for altitude sickness. If you are seriously ill, however, consult your doctor.

Things You'll Need

• water
• plenty of rest

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Instructions

• 1

  Try spending a night at a lower elevation first. This allows your body to get used to the change in altitude.

• 2

  Drink plenty of fluids. Stay hydrated. At higher altitudes, there is less oxygen for your body. Do not also deprive your body of water.

• 3

  Eat light meals. Eat pasta and bread.

• 4

  Descend to a lower elevation.