Few things can spoil a day at sea faster than a bout of seasickness.
People from all walks of life can experience motion sickness, whether it occurs on the water, in a moving car or even on an amusement park ride.
Those who have experienced it may avoid activities that spark symptoms or may be eager to find ways to prevent it in the future.
Seasickness often occurs as a result of a conflict of bodily senses.
A fluid-filled canal in the inner ear called the vestibular system controls a person’s sense of balance, telling the body that it is moving.
When you are in an enclosed ship cabin or not paying attention to the moving ship around you, the ears will tell you that you are moving, but your eyes may advise the brain that you’re not.
This conflict can cause your body to be out of balance and can also create discomfort in the digestive system and feelings of nausea.
There are many different symptoms of seasickness. They include fatigue, cold sweats, headache, increased salivation, vomiting, rapid breathing, difficulty concentrating, panic, frequent yawning, and even a buzzing sensation.
Although there is no cure, most of the symptoms can be prevented or controlled through different methods including: stay hydrated; avoid troublesome foods; avoid confined spaces on a boat; and eat a light meal a few hours before going out on the water.
It is easier to prevent seasickness rather than treat it once it is in full force.
Keep in mind that setting your sights on the horizon and preventing the balance of messages being received by the brain to go off kilter is one of the easiest ways to prevent seasickness and other forms of motion sickness.
