Nothing can spoil your vacation like getting sick to your stomach on the way. Motion sickness is never pleasant, which is why every traveler should know what causes it, possible ways to prevent it, and what to do while you're experiencing it.WHAT CAUSES MOTION SICKNESS?
Motion sickness, which is also known as car sickness, sea sickness, or air sickness, is usually characterized by dizziness and nausea while in transit. The brain senses movement when it receives signals from the inner ear, eyes, joints, and muscles; when there is a disjoint in what one sees, hears, and feels, this causes dizziness, nausea, and even fatigue. For example, if you can see movement but can't feel it, it could cause dizziness. Being in a boat and feeling the waves rolling underneath the vessel can make you nauseous when you can't see that you're moving.
PREVENTING AND DEALING WITH MOTION SICKNESS
Before you jump on a bus, boat, or plane, here are some things you should remember:
1. Take a motion sickness pill. To prevent motion sickness, there are certain medicines that can help keep you from feeling sick while traveling, such as Bonamine, which should be taken about an hour before traveling.
2. Choose a seat where you'll be most comfortable, where you will feel the least movement from the vehicle. If you're riding in a car, the best place to sit is up front, beside the driver. The same goes for riding a jeepney, but sitting right behind the driver and angling your body toward the windshield is a good alternative. Avoid sitting at the back of a bus or plane if you're prone to motion sickness, as this is where you will feel every jolt and bump of the vehicle. When riding on a boat or ferry, try finding a seat in the bow or forward end. Sitting by a window and focusing on a point in the horizon may help, especially if traveling by car; opening a window to get some fresh air can also help relieve dizziness.
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