Nausea refers to a sick feeling with an urge to vomit. Nausea can occur at any time and in some cases it can happen especially after eating. If it happens occasionally, there is no cause for concern. But if it occurs quite often or persists, there may be a medical reason behind it that needs to be ruled out and treated to solve the problem of nausea. There are a number of reasons that can lead to nausea after eating. The first reason may be food poisoning. It is a foodborne illness caused by the consumption of food contaminated with germs, leading to nausea, vomiting, loose stools and stomach pain. Another reason could be food allergies (an overreaction of the immune system to eating certain foods) and food intolerance (difficulty digesting certain foods). Other reasons include acid reflux (the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus), gallbladder disease, stress, anxiety, overeating and can also occur during pregnancy. Another reason could be IBS, i.e. irritable bowel syndrome, a condition of the large intestine (colon) that results in diarrhea, constipation or changes between the two. Bloating, stomach cramps and nausea can contribute to this. Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) and the use of certain anti-diabetic and anti-seizure medications may be the other causes. In addition to nausea, other symptoms may also occur. These include vomiting, gas, bloating, abdominal pain, heartburn, loss of appetite, loose stools, constipation, fever and weight loss.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy provides a very effective solution for cases of nausea after eating. Homeopathic medicines target the root cause of the problem and provide great relief without side effects. Homeopathic medicines enhance the body’s healing mechanism to overcome health problems naturally. By using these medications, the intensity and frequency of the complaints gradually decreases. Co-occurring symptoms such as gas, bloating, abdominal pain, vomiting, heartburn, loss of appetite, loose stools and constipation can also be well controlled with these medicines. The homeopathic prescription varies from case to case of nausea after eating, depending on the characteristic individual symptoms. It is advised to take homeopathic medicines under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor and avoid self-medication. In case of severe symptoms such as blood in the stool or vomit, confusion, dehydration due to loose stools or vomiting, you should seek help from conventional treatment.
Homeopathic medicines for nausea after eating
1. Nux Vomica – For nausea shortly after eating
Nux Vomica is a very effective drug for cases where nausea occurs shortly after eating food. In addition, there is excessive salivation. Sour or bitter belching may be accompanied by nausea. Sometimes vomiting may occur, the vomit contains food particles, drink or acidic mucus. In cases where this is necessary, there may be constipation with an ineffective urge to defecate. Individuals who require this have unsatisfactory bowel movements. They have few stools several times a day, but still have the feeling that some of the stool has remained inside and that the intestines have not been completely emptied. Only a small amount of stool passes at a time and the feeling that it is never finished always remains prominent.
2. Arsenic album – for nausea about two hours after eating
This medicine is useful when nausea occurs almost two hours after eating. Vomiting also plays a role in this. Nausea and vomiting occur even after eating the lightest food. Nausea and vomiting are accompanied by headache. In addition, heartburn (burning in the chest behind the sternum means sternum) and burning in the stomach can be felt. There is a bitter taste in the mouth after eating or drinking. Loose stools can also occur after eating. It is accompanied by marked weakness.
3. Pulsatilla – For nausea while eating
This medicine is indicated for nausea while eating. This may be accompanied by heartburn and sometimes vomiting. There may be abdominal pain that gets better after vomiting. The person may burp a few times. Burps are loud and smell and taste like the food that has been eaten. These can sometimes be bitter and sour. Vomiting may occur shortly after eating. Fullness, heaviness and feelings of weight can be felt in the stomach. Gas with bloating can occur after eating. Stomach pain that extends to the back may also occur. In the morning, a bitter taste is felt in the mouth. Pulsatilla is one of the best homeopathic medicines to treat stomach upset that occurs after eating fatty or greasy foods.
4. Cocculus Indicus – For nausea and dizziness after eating or drinking
This medicine is highly recommended for nausea after eating or drinking, accompanied by dizziness. The throat feels very dry. Nausea is caused by movement and sudden change of position in cases where this medicine is required. Nausea and vomiting may also occur in the morning. Vomiting may involve mucus, water, or food. Vomit has a sour or bitter taste and a foul odor. There may be headache and vomiting. The distended abdomen is also well marked. Pain in the upper abdomen after eating can be felt together with the above complaints.
5. Ipecac – For nausea, vomiting and urge to defecate after eating
Ipecac is a very useful medicine for nausea, vomiting and urge to defecate after eating. Vomiting of the food occurs shortly after eating. It has a sour taste. The stomach area is very sensitive to pressure. The abdomen is bloated and sometimes painful. In addition to the above complaints, a general weakness occurs. There are bowel movements three to four times a day. Empty belching also occurs. There is also excessive salivation. Characteristically, in addition to the above symptoms, the tongue is absolutely clean. In cases where Ipecac is required, there is sometimes constant nausea that does not go away even after vomiting.
6. Ferrum Met – For nausea and warmth in the stomach after eating
This medicine is very useful for nausea and burning sensation in the stomach after eating. Regurgitation of undigested food in the mouth can also occur. There is a bitter or bad taste in the mouth. There is a feeling of fullness and bloating in the abdomen after eating even a small amount of food. Pressure is also felt in the stomach due to the ingestion of the slightest amount of food or drink. The pit of the stomach is very sensitive to touch. Sometimes dizziness and headache can occur in addition to the above complaints. Loose stools may occur at night.
7. Carbo Veg – For nausea with fullness and heaviness in the abdomen
Carbo Veg is a valuable medicine for nausea, fullness and heaviness in the abdomen after eating. Vomiting is also present. Excessive gas, bloating, and abdominal pain due to gas may be felt. These complaints arise from the ingestion of even simple, ordinary food. Headaches can also be triggered. Offensive smelling burps can be accompanied by the above-mentioned complaints.
8. Bryonia – For nausea and belching after eating
Bryonia is an effective medicine for complaints of nausea and belching after eating. There is a feeling of weight in the stomach after eating. The stomach becomes distended with gas after eating. Nausea may be felt in the morning upon waking. There may be constipation. There is very dry, hard stool.