Preventing Seasickness on Your Boat

No one enjoys the day-ruining effects of motion sickness, either on land or on the water. We call water-based motion sickness “seasickness” or “mal de mer” (if you’re fancy) and it’s been an issue as long as people have had boats and taken them out on the water. Fortunately, there are some simple tips you can try to reduce the chances of you or one of your passengers getting sick and ruining the trip.

Avoid Alcohol

Drinking alcohol can be dehydrating and nauseating enough without adding the instability of a boat rocking and rolling to it. In fact, it can be good to avoid drinking for a day or two before the boat trip you plan to take and stick to water or herbal tea on the boat itself.

Consume Light Snacks

Trying to keep your stomach empty so you won’t throw up can backfire; the hunger might just make you even more nauseated. Snack on gentle foods like saltine crackers, granola bars, applesauce, or toast instead. Avoid heavily scented or very pungent foods.

Try Herbal Remedies

Ginger and peppermint have been used for centuries to cure all kinds of nausea and unsettled stomach issues. Try some hot peppermint tea or spicy ginger candies if you’re feeling queasy; these herbs can help to relax your stomach and quell nausea before it gets out of hand. The aroma is nice, too!

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