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How to Prevent Seasickness. Being sick at home is hard; being sick on a boat is unbearable!
Keep seasickness from ruining your vacation. You will need Motion sickness medication Water
Bread and other grains Apples Bananas Hard candy and dry crackers. Step 1. Think preventively.
Take an over-the-counter antihistamine 1/2 hour prior to boarding the boat or at the
first signs of seasickness. You can also consult your doctor for prescription medication. Step
2. Drink plenty of water prior to boarding. Dehydration can make you dizzy and cause nausea.
Avoid drinking alcohol, which can cause dehydration and nausea. Step 3. Eat right before heading
out. Bread and other grains, apples, and bananas are all good choices. Avoid anything greasy
or acidic. Step 4. Find a spot on board where motion is least noticeable, such as the inner-middle
part of the boat. A window can help put the rocking motion into perspective but can also
worsen the feelings of nausea as more objects are moving. Step 5. Focus on the horizon and
scenery rather than the water or the movement of the boat. If you feel queasy, stand; sitting
or lying down can increase nausea. Step 6. Suck on hard candy or eat dry crackers to
help keep nausea in check. Did you know Did you know? Some people who take long cruises
suffer "landsickness" for a few days after their trip as their body readjusts to being
on firm ground.