doTERRA essential oils for motion sickness
Sometimes nausea appears at the most inconvenient times. Whether you’re traveling by car or plane, some people are particularly susceptible to nausea caused by motion sickness. In this situation we would do almost anything to get rid of the feeling. Luckily, there are specific anti-nausea essential oils you can use in those unexpected moments.
Ginger
This classic spice is one of the most highlighted essential oils for nausea related to motion sickness. Thanks to the chemical components zingiberene and sesquiphellandrene, ginger is able to reduce occasional nausea. Don't forget to put this handy oil in your travel bag where it's easily accessible. If you don't remember anything else at this moment, remember to add one to two drops of ginger to your water or soda and drink to relieve your discomfort.
In the rare cases where you have an upset stomach on a car ride, vegetable capsules and peppermint can help relieve the problem. If you don't have the oil readily available, many people keep peppermint balls (beadlets) with them to freshen their breath. But you can also swallow one or two pearls to help with occasional upset stomachs.
If you think peppermint is too strong, spearmint is a milder and gentler anti-nausea mint oil with similar benefits. Luckily, spearmint also promotes digestion and helps reduce the occasional upset stomach. It is a good option to use with your children who may also suffer from movement disorders.
ZenGest
Not everyone experiences nausea on a road trip or boat ride, but for those who do, going anywhere can be a challenge. To combat the feeling of nausea, use DigestZen Digestive Blend. We recommend taking it before you leave to combat the nausea from the start and enjoy the ride ahead.
There are also several ways to take this proprietary digestive blend. DigestZen Digestive Blend Softgels can be kept in your purse or backpack for vacations and unexpected moments of need. There is no need to bring extra vegetable caps and the oil that could create more mess when you are on the go. Your second option is DigestTab, a chewable tablet that maintains stomach acid balance with calcium carbonate. It contains ginger, fennel and coriander essential oils to relieve stomach discomfort, including motion sickness and occasional indigestion.
Other Ways to Use Oils for Nausea
While this article has focused solely on the intrinsic benefits of oils for motion sickness nausea, you can also use their aromas to calm the senses and calm your emotions. Any time you suddenly feel nauseous, try applying one of the above oils to your skin to breathe in the soothing scent and feel a sense of calm.
