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[N100]Nausea Remedies During Pregnancy

by Randy Beckett, Ran

Pregnancy is one of the most desired phases of a woman's life. Your body begins to change with the growing child within you and unfortunate for some this can cause some unpleasantness as well. Some women will go through a lot of ups and downs during their pregnancy; problems such as tenderness of breasts, headaches, morning sickness and in particularly the nausea commonly observed during pregnancy. Pregnancy nausea is the number one most common discomfort during pregnancy. Pregnancy nausea remedies may be helpful in overcoming and possibly even preventing this condition.

Here are some of the most effective pregnancy nausea remedies:

•Eat smaller meals: Eating in moderation will keep the blood sugar levels under control. Large fluctuations in blood sugar is known to cause nausea and vomiting.

•Eliminate carbohydrates during evening meals and late night snacks. Carbohydrates turn to sugar quickly and elevate blood sugar levels.

•Increase protein in your diet. Proteins maintain a constant blood sugar level and help to sustain energy. Have protein snacks before going to bed in order to help prevent morning sickness.

•Avoid complex carbohydrates and refined grains such as sugar and pasta. These foods give little if any nutritional value and they only lower your blood sugar levels. Substitute with whole wheat bread, whole grains and pastas.

•Nausea can be caused by dehydration. It is extremely important to prevent dehydration. You should have at least 2.5 liters of fluids everyday with the majority of that being water. You may also have herbal teas that may alleviate morning sickness symptoms and unsweetened juices during the day.

•Avoid caffeine, soft drinks, sugary drinks and other beverages during pregnancy.

•Avoid odors, tastes or textures that trigger your nausea. There are some scented oils available that may help you in overcoming these sensitive odors.

•Ginger is outstanding in alleviating and preventing nausea; this is a clinically proven fact. You may find ginger ale, ginger snaps, ginger in the form of capsule and also ginger tea useful.

•Acupressure is also very effective and is a unique pregnancy nausea remedy.

•Avoid foods that may cause gas, acidity and bloating. If these situations occur and they will you may drink a carbonated beverage to help eliminate the gas just don't make it a regular practice.

•Avoid spicy foods: Too much oil and spices may create nausea.

•B6 supplements seem to help prevent morning sickness

•Do not take your medicines or supplements on empty stomach.

•Get plenty of rest: The lack of sleep can bring on the feeling of nausea.

•Digestive enzymes may be prescribed by your OB/GYN for nausea relief. Constant indigestion can also create problems for your baby.

•Get plenty of exercise: Do not allow carbon dioxide to build up in your system as this could lead to further problems. Instead practice cardiovascular activities like swimming and walking to keep you fitter and healthier.

•Hypnotherapy has been extremely helpful in relieving morning sickness, nausea and vomiting. The relaxation and breathing techniques used during the therapy have other benefits as well.

Don't let pregnancy nausea ruin this beautiful moment in your life. Unfortunately there is not a magic bullet for morning sickness, not any one of these remedies works for everyone. You will need to experiment to find out the best fit for you. As always, advise your doctor of your activities and seek out his/her advise before adding any of these remedies to your daily activities.

What causes early pregnancy heartburn?
Heartburn in early pregnancy is a common complaint. The hormone progesterone is released as soon a woman becomes pregnant and can cause many early pregnancy symptoms which include pregnancy heartburn. Progesterone causes relaxation of the cardiac sphincter of the stomach which is the muscle between the stomach and the esophagus (food pipe). Relaxation of this muscle allows for some gastric acid and food to flow backwards and re-enter the esophagus (food pipe). Gastric acid irritates the lining of the esophagus causing a burning sensation in the center of the chest called pregnancy heartburn.

As your baby grows bigger and takes up more room in the abdominal area, the stomach itself is displaced and squashed. The growing uterus can permanently press on the cardiac sphincter of the stomach and allow gastric juices and food to constantly leak back into the esophagus (wind pipe) which may cause severe heartburn during pregnancy.

Heartburn remedies during pregnancy:
Heartburn relief during pregnancy can be achieved by eating yogurt or drinking a glass of milk.

Try a tablespoon of honey in a glass of warm milk for pregnancy heartburn relief.

Eat smaller more frequent meals throughout the day rather than three large meals.

Avoid spicy, greasy, fatty foods, peppers and tomatoes produce extra gastric acid causing pregnancy heartburn.

Avoid foods that relax the cardiac sphincter of the stomach such as alcohol, peppermint, garlic, and chocolate.

Avoid eating for at least two hours before going to bed.

Do not lie down after eating to prevent the food from the stomach flowing back into your esophagus causing pregnancy heartburn.

Mild over-the-counter antacids such as Mylanta or Tums may prove helpful in relieving heartburn pregnancy symptom.

If your heartburn symptoms are severe or accompanied by headache or swelling (especially if you are later on in pregnancy) consult with your health care provider immediately as you may have pre-eclampsia of pregnancy.

Sleeping with extra pillows under your head to keep your stomach lower than your esophagus (food pipe) works very well to give you a better start to the day and a better nights sleep.

One of the most effective heartburn remedies during pregnancy is to try to prevent heartburn developing in the first place. The healthier you are prior pregnancy and the healthier you eat during pregnancy can have a direct correlation to the amount of pregnancy symptoms you have. Supplement with a high quality vitamins, mineral and antioxidants prior and during pregnancy will correct many misalignments within the body, and encourage the stomach to produce the right amount of gastric acid that you body needs for digestion.

Pregnancy can be an extraordinary experience for a woman. It is far more than growing a baby and dealing with issues like heartburn. Pregnancy has a huge emotional, mental, spiritual, and energetic side to it. The more you understand these aspects, the easier and less symptomatic your pregnancy will be. Learning how to connect with the emotions of your unborn child will allow you to enhance your pregnancy experience and surrender to its normal physiological process.

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