Quote:
|
Originally Posted by Rodney
because if you're puking a lot you're losing salt.
|
Actually it is potassium.
Ginger is a natural occuring plant that blocks nausea receptors (similar to medicines such as zofran, compizine, and reglan); but with out the side effects.
Most upset stomacs are viral gastroenteritis. Caviates are if you have been traveling lately, camping trips, or driking foul water. Food poisoning is also on the list.
The best thing to do is always drink lots of water and sports drinks (for electrolyte replacement). High fevers or losing blood from above or below is always bad, seek medical help.