How to Avoid Getting Airsick

Being air-sick is a miserable way to spend a flight. If you suffer from other types of motion sickness, you will probably be air-sick as well. There are a few things you can do that might help, including planning ahead, arranging your seating and bringing along distractions or medications. Following these tips make make your next flight more pleasant.

Instructions

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  Sleep well the night before a flight, so you will be well rested. Tiredness leads to anxiety, which can make motion sickness worse. Bring a light throw and travel pillow so you can rest on the plane as well.

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  Wear loose clothing and eat lightly before travel, to avoid bloating and nausea. Try to take along a good book or some quiet soothing music and wear a scent of lavender or some other soothing fragrance.

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  Obtain a seat over the wing if possible, where you will not be as affected by any turbulence. Take a night flight if the sight of the clouds makes you ill.

• 4

  Try anti-nausea medication if necessary; take it about half an hour before the flight and be prepared for drowsiness. Natural remedies include peppermint or nutmeg under the tongue.

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  Tilt your seat back and aim the air vent at your face. Close your eyes and try to relax your whole body. If you have a fear of flying that contributes to your condition, pretend you are in a train instead.