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Sip cold water: If you have mild nausea, taking small sips of very cold water (or sucking ice cubes) can help. Don’t take large gulps, because too much liquid on a queasy stomach may make you sick.

Deep breathing: If there is an element of stress or anxiety in your nausea, take a series of slow, deep breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth.

Take a short walk in fresh air: A gentle walk in fresh air can sometimes help relieve nausea, especially if you are stuck in a stuffy room, are overheated, or are in an air-conditioned office. A short walk also improves the circulation.

Aromatherapy: Peppermint oil is useful if nausea troubles you – aromatherapy oils can be used in gentle massage, or as a relieving fragrance.

Herbal relief: Peppermint and chamomile teas can quell nausea. Ginger is also known for its anti-nausea properties (especially good for travel sickness and pregnancy sickness) – try ginger tea or eating small pieces of crystallized ginger. Scientists believe that ginger neutralizes gut toxins and acids and slows down the feedback between the nerves of the stomach and the part of the brain that controls nausea.

Homeopathy: Sepia (a derivative of cuttlefish) is often used to ease nausea, as are nux vomica and arsenicum (if nausea is accompanied by diarrhoea).

Flower remedies: Rescue Remedy (available from most health food stores) is calming and can be useful when vomiting causes distress or is associated with worry or panic.

Vitamins: Vitamin B6 can help alleviate morning sickness, but check with your doctor first that it is safe for you to take. If you’re already taking multi-vitamins, make sure you’re not doubling-up.

Further Information: Altruis Biomedical Network, www.gastrointestinal.net/