Suffer From Dizziness? These Home Remedies Can Help
We all experience dizziness from time to
time - a feeling categorized by light-headedness, unsteadiness or loss
of balance that may potentially cause fainting. Dizziness that is
accompanied by a feeling of spinning is known as vertigo - slightly
different from the nonspecific light-headedness.
Generally, dizziness tends to be a symptom of other conditions like low
blood pressure, heart muscle disease, neurological disorders, anemia,
allergies, hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), tinnitus, ear infections,
heart stroke, vision-related disorders, migraines, anxiety disorders and
head injuries.
Dizziness may also occur as a result of dehydration,
motion sickness, stress, exercise, hormonal changes in the body, or
possible side effects from medications.
Dizziness tends to be accompanied by symptoms like a false sense of
motion, vision changes, blind spots, headaches and slow or irregular
pulse. If you experience dizziness regularly, consult with your doctor.
Otherwise, you can try some natural home remedies to sort the issue out
or try these useful exercises.
1. Deep breathing
Inhaling and exhaling deeply is one of the
best remedies to combat dizziness as it will help provide an adequate
amount of oxygen to the brain, relaxing the nervous system and reducing
dizziness.
Here's How:
• Sit or lie down in a comfortable position, placing one hand on your
abdomen, and the thumb of the other hand against one nostril and close
your mouth.
• Inhale slowly through the open nostril, filling your belly with air.
Hold the breath in, closing both nostrils and purse your lips.
• After 2 to 3 seconds exhale slowly, extracting air from the belly.
Repeat for a total of 10 breaths. Then sit quietly for 5 minutes to
avoid getting dizzy again.
2. Drink water
Dehydration tends to be a common cause of
dizziness. This can often occur due to not drinking water for a long
time, or failing to rehydrate your body during and after exercise.
Dehydration may also cause vomiting or diarrhea that causes excessive
fluid loss. So, whenever you feel dizzy, try drinking a glass of water
to keep you hydrated and keep dizziness at bay. Alternatively, you may
also drink herbal tea with some honey. Soups, broths or fruit juices
should also work.
3. Eat
Low blood sugar levels may also increase
the likelihood of feeling dizzy. Hunger can also make you prone to
dizziness. So, whenever you feel dizzy, try to eat something. If you are
prone to dizziness, it is a good idea that you avoid remaining hungry
for a long period of time. Opt for snacks that are high in carbohydrates
or sugar, like a chocolate bar or a banana. Fruit high in water content
ought to do the trick too. Yogurt is also a good option, as is a
handful of roasted nuts like cashews, almonds or walnuts.
4. Ginger
This time-tested recipe works wonders for
dizziness and nausea that often occurs as a result. It stimulates the
blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body, which helps reduce
dizziness. Try chewing on a small slice of fresh ginger root, or suck on
it to alleviate the symptoms. Alternatively, you may also sip on ginger
ale or ginger tea throughout the day. As another option, you can take
ginger supplements, just be sure to consult your doctor for the
appropriate dose.
5. Lemon
Lemon is an excellent remedy for dizziness.
The vitamin C in lemon boosts the immune system and helps the body to
fight illness. Several other nutrients in lemon also make it naturally
energizing. Just squeeze the juice of 1/2 a lemon into a glass of water
and stir in 2 teaspoons of sugar, to get relief from dizziness.
6. Indian Gooseberry/ amla/ nellikai
Also known as amla, this popular Ayurvedic
remedy for dizziness provides a rich source of vitamins A and C,
boosting your immunity, improving blood circulation, helping to treat
and prevent dizziness.
Here's How:
• Grind 2 amla fruits (de-seeded) into a paste.
• Mix in 2 teaspoons of coriander seeds and a cup of water.
• Let it sit overnight then strain and drink the water the next morning.
Repeating the process daily for a few days.
7. Honey
The natural sugars found in honey can give
you an energy boost and alleviate dizziness. Honey can also help prevent
low blood sugar - a common cause of dizziness.
Here's How:
• Mix 2 teaspoons each of honey and raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
in a glass of cold or hot water. Drinking it 2 times per day.
• Alternatively, you can combine 1 tablespoon of honey and lemon juice
with a glass of warm water. Drink it to get immediate relief from
dizziness.
8. Gingko Biloba
Gingko biloba is another effective home
cure that'll combat dizziness. It helps improve blood flow to the brain,
preventing dizziness. This herb is also effective in treating tinnitus,
which may also cause dizziness.
9. Feverfew
Feverfew is another beneficial herb that
can treat dizziness. It can also treat accompanying symptoms like
headaches, nausea, and vomiting and may also improve blood circulation.
Chew on a few, fresh feverfew leaves when you feel dizzy. Alternatively,
you may steep 1 teaspoon of dried feverfew leaves and peppermint leaves
in a cup of hot water for 15 to 20 minutes, then strain and drink.
10. Eat healthily
A healthy diet can prevent dizziness by eliminating many of the
conditions that contribute to it. For instance, you can prevent
dizziness that is related to anemia, low blood pressure, and low blood
sugar by eating foods that are high in iron, vitamin A, folic acid and
fiber. You should also choose foods that are low in sugar and fat.
Include:
• Iron-rich foods like liver, tofu, spinach, almonds, dates, lentils,
fortified breakfast cereals, and asparagus.
• Foods rich in vitamin C such as oranges, lemons, bell peppers,
broccoli, grapefruit, and spinach.
• Foods rich in folic acid like green leafy veg, liver, sprouts,
fortified cereals, peanuts, bananas, and broccoli.