When fishing in the sea, the last thing you want to be worrying about is whether or not you’re going to get seasick and unable to fish at all. It’s especially annoying because it can happen without warning even on days when there’s no hint of any sort of breeze or movement on the water – so how can you avoid it? Here are a few tips for preventing sea sickness while fishing that we’ve picked up during our time out on the water!
5 easy tips to prevent sea sickness while fishing
Sea sickness is no joke. It’s one of the worst feelings in the world, especially when you’re out on a boat. There are some easy things you can do to avoid feeling woozy and nauseous while out fishing:
1.Stay Hydrated
2.Get Plenty of Sleep
3.Eat Light Meals
4.Avoid Alcohol
5.Take Medication
Stay Hydrated
A person can become dehydrated quickly during a long day on the water, especially in hot and humid weather. Drinking plenty of water, or other fluids like Gatorade, is one way to stay hydrated and avoid getting sick.
Another tip for avoiding motion sickness is to eat small amounts of food throughout the day. If you get nauseated by what you eat, try eating foods that are easy on your stomach like soup, crackers and bananas. Taking anti-motion sickness medicine before you head out onto the water is also an option. It’s best to speak with your doctor before taking any medications as they may not be right for everyone. When it comes down to it, being proactive about preventing motion sickness is key to having a great day out on the water. Drink plenty of water before you set out, take medication if necessary, don’t eat anything that will upset your stomach and bring along some snacks if you’re going to be at sea all day!
Get Plenty of Sleep
By getting plenty of sleep, you can help your body adjust to the motion of the boat. Avoid drinking alcohol before or during the trip as it will dehydrate you and make you feel sicker. If you do feel sick, get up on deck for some fresh air. You can also try ginger ale, which has been shown to reduce nausea in a small study of sailors. Ginger contains an anti-nausea compound called gingerol. Ginger does not cure seasickness but can be used for prevention and relief. Try ginger capsules before or after meals if you are prone to motion sickness. Ginger’s effectiveness was studied by scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS). In the study, 90 volunteers were given either two tablets containing 250 milligrams (mg) of powdered ginger root each day for five days, two placebo tablets per day for five days, or one placebo tablet per day for five days. The researchers found that more people taking the ginger capsules reported less nausea than those taking placebo pills.
Eat Light Meals
Eating before going on a boat trip can help avoid seasickness. Avoid greasy or heavy foods and opt for light snacks, such as fresh fruit and vegetables. If you still feel queasy after eating, drinking ginger ale or a ginger tea may help. One of the best ways to avoid getting sick is by staying hydrated. The more water you drink, the better off your body will be when experiencing motion sickness. Drink a lot of fluids before and during your trip to keep yourself healthy. Drink bottled water if you are not sure about the quality of tap water in that area. Drinking enough liquids also helps with dehydration which has symptoms like headaches, dizziness, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting and muscle cramps.
Avoid Alcohol
Alcohol is a known trigger for motion sickness and should be avoided if possible. There are many other things you can do to help avoid feeling sick at sea, such as not eating foods that are hard to digest and staying away from greasy or fried foods. Drink plenty of fluids before, during and after your trip in order to keep your body well-hydrated. Plus, take a break every hour and walk around the boat or on solid ground. If these tips don’t work then talk with your doctor about taking medication like Dramamine to stop the symptoms of motion sickness before they start. It’s always important to have someone nearby who can make sure that you’re doing alright and offer assistance if needed.
Take Medication
Sea sickness is a common problem for people who spend a lot of time on boats, and in the past it was thought to be caused by the boat rocking back and forth. However, it is now known that this is not the case. Sea sickness is actually caused by problems with the inner ear which can happen due to changes in air pressure, or from bad weather conditions.
If you’re prone to sea sickness, there are several ways you can try and reduce or prevent it’s effects on you. One way is by taking medication such as Dramamine before you go out on your boat trip. Another option is to eat ginger; ginger contains an active ingredient called gingerol which has been shown to help alleviate motion sickness. You could also try using acupressure bands – place them just below your collarbone and rub them up towards the base of your neck so they press against some specific points on the meridian pathway. Alternatively, you could use one of these bands on either side at the same time so they have more contact with the skin when pressing against these points (two bands will be needed). Acupressure bands can also be placed on other parts of the body if desired.
Bottom line
The most common and effective ways to combat seasickness are:
– Stay well hydrated on the boat – Use a scopolamine patch, which is the only drug that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in preventing seasickness. These patches can be placed behind the ear or inside the cheek and will begin working within 30 minutes, as long as you don’t vomit within that time frame. The FDA warns against using them if you have asthma, glaucoma, diabetes or heart disease because they may worsen these conditions.
– Take ginger pills or chew ginger gum before your trip. Ginger has natural anti-nausea properties and can be found in many health food stores or pharmacies. Be sure not to overdo it though; too much ginger could lead to stomach upset. – Eat light meals at home and avoid greasy foods that can make nausea worse when combined with the motion of being on the water.
– Avoid liquor –it might make symptoms worse!
