How to Relax a Stomach

Everyone has a stomach ache from time to time. If one eats a diet that is full of junk food and fats, then they will have a stomach ache more often than someone who eats a healthy diet. Here are some steps to help you relax a sick stomach.

Instructions

• 1

  Take some medicine. Many over-the-counter medications are excellent at relaxing a sick stomach. Antacids, anti-diarrhea medication and pain killers all work well on most people.

• 2

  Imagine a nice scene as you breathe deeply. This is a good technique to use when you do not have any stomach medications.

• 3

  Go see a doctor if you have a continuous stomach ache that will not go away or if you are vomiting and are in extreme doubling pain.

• 4

  Lie down for awhile. This sometimes helps eliminate some of the pain. Make sure you lie still in a comfortable position.

• 5

  Drink a carbonated drink. Sometimes if you can burp or pass gas, your stomach relaxes and feels better.

• 6

  Go to the bathroom. This may relieve your stomach pain.

• 7

  Buy some herbs that help in digestion such as ginger, peppermint or chamomile tea. Take them as recommended. These herbal supplements may not work immediately. However, they are a healthy alternative to taking medications.