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Nausea during pregnancy<\/strong> is a common symptom that affects many women from the very first weeks of their pregnancy. This unpleasant sensation, often accompanied by vomiting, can disrupt the daily lives of expectant mothers. In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at what pregnancy nausea is, its main causes, and methods for alleviating these embarrassing symptoms.<\/p>\n

What causes nausea during pregnancy?<\/h2>\n

Hormones and pregnancy<\/h3>\n

The main factor behind pregnancy nausea<\/strong> is the rapid increase in hormone<\/strong> levels. In particular, the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) plays a crucial role. Produced in large quantities during the first months of pregnancy, this hormone has various functions, but is also known to cause nausea<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Increased olfactory sensitivity<\/h3>\n

During pregnancy, many women report increased sensitivity to smells<\/strong>, which can easily contribute to episodes of nausea<\/a>. Perfumes, cooked foods or even certain neutral smells can become intolerable.<\/p>\n

Digestive disorders<\/h3>\n

Pregnancy-related changes to the digestive system<\/strong> often lead to problems such as gastro-oesophageal reflux or slow digestion. These disturbances can contribute to the constant sensation of nausea.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of pregnancy nausea<\/h2>\n

Morning sickness<\/h3>\n

Although commonly referred to as ‘morning sickness’, pregnancy-related nausea<\/strong> can occur at any time of the day. For many women, however, it is most intense in the morning, after a night of fasting.<\/p>\n

Frequent vomiting<\/h3>\n

In addition to nausea<\/strong>, regular *vomiting* is also a common symptom. Some days there may be no vomiting at all, while other days there may be several occurrences.<\/p>\n

Excessive salivation<\/h3>\n

Another symptom<\/strong> sometimes overlooked is hypersalivation<\/strong>, where some women produce excess saliva. This phenomenon can further aggravate the general feeling of discomfort.<\/p>\n

Natural methods to relieve nausea during pregnancy<\/h2>\n

Ginger<\/h3>\n

One of the most popular natural remedies for managing nausea<\/strong> is ginger. In tea, capsule or candy form, it helps many women thanks to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.<\/p>\n

Eat small, frequent meals<\/h3>\n

Eating small, frequent meals<\/strong> instead of three large meals a day can help stabilise blood sugar levels and prevent spikes in nausea. Healthy snacks such as crackers, fresh vegetables or dried fruit are preferable.<\/p>\n

Adequate hydration<\/h3>\n

Drinking enough water is essential to maintain good hydration, especially if vomiting<\/strong> is frequent. Sipping small amounts of water regularly rather than large volumes all at once is recommended.<\/p>\n