SEASICKNESS
As our ship’s doctor here aboard Prow’s Edge explains, it is much easier to avoid seasickness than to treat it once it has started.
Seasickness is not a common complaint for cruise passengers, except maybe for those who want more attention. In fact, you are not likely to feel any motion at sea on the large cruise ships all of which are equipped with stabilizers that eliminate excessive motion.
Seasickness should not be of concern unless you are headed into stormy weather or are cruising across the oceans on an older, smaller cruise ship.
To avoid motion sickness, or the severity of it once it strikes, it is a good idea to take care of your immune system while you are on your cruise and not to overindulge in alcohol and cigarettes, or more food than you would normally force your body to deal with. Most importantly, make sure you are getting your required quota of sleep hours. Partying all night and burning the candle at both ends may be fun at first, but it wears your immune system down.
Preventative medicines can stave off motion illness if stormy seas are ahead, and these include antihistamines, phenergen and scopolamine. Many cruise ships have an abundant and free supply of some of the milder, over-the-counter anti-seasickness medications.
Pay attention to the location of your cabin. The place to be is in the middle of the ship is where there is less movement. During the day, public rooms in this area would be a better idea for those prone to motion sickness.
If you do fall ill it is a good idea to get lots of fresh air and to avoid greasy or spicy foods, citrus and sodas.
One of the natural alternatives is ginger root (1 capsule 3 times daily) which is said to relieve upset stomachs.
Some passengers swear by anti-seasickness wristbands that have a small protuberance that presses a pressure point on the underside of wrist.
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