How To Overcome Drunk Travel Without Drugs During Eid Homecoming

JAKARTA Lebaran homecoming is a moment that many people have been waiting for to gather with their families in their hometowns. However, for some people, long trips can be a challenge because they are drunk with travel.

Drunk travel can occur when riding a car, train, ship, or plane. This condition is caused by disturbances in the body's balance system due to differences between movements seen by the eyes and those felt by the body. As a result, a person can experience dizziness, nausea, vomiting, to weakness.

The good news is, getting drunk can be prevented and treated without having to take medication. Here are some natural ways you can try to keep your homecoming journey comfortable, as reported by Healthline, Monday, March 24.

Sitting position has an important role in reducing travel drinking. The following are recommendations for the best position based on the type of transportation:

Cars and Buses: Take the front and face the body towards the road. Avoid reading a book or staring at your phone screen for a long time.

Train: Choose a seat facing the front to reduce nausea.

Airplane: Choose a chair near the window or on the wing of the plane so that the shaking is minimaler.

Ship: Take it at the center or front of the ship, as this area is more stable than the back.

Changing the sitting position can help the body adapt to vehicle movements and reduce dizziness. Some things you can do:

Every now and then lean or close your eyes to reduce visual stimulation.

If possible, lie down for a while so that the body is more relaxed.

Stand up or walk for a while if the trip is long enough, for example when boarding a ship or train.

The stuffy air in the vehicle can make the travel drunk worse. To overcome this:

In the car or bus: Open the window to get fresh air in.

On the plane or train: Direct the ventilation of a small AC or fan to the face to get a better airflow.

On the ship: Go to the outside deck to breathe fresh air and see the horizon to help the body's balance.

An empty stomach or too full can worsen the symptoms of getting drunk on the road. Therefore, make sure to:

Eating light snacks is like biscuits, fruit, or nuts in small but frequent portions.

Avoid fatty, oily, or too spicy foods that can trigger nausea.

Drink enough water so that the body remains hydrated and reduces the risk of dizziness.

Drunk travel during homecoming can be avoided in several natural ways without having to take medication. Choose the right sitting position, change the position periodically, breathe fresh air, and eat snacks and water, the long journey will feel more comfortable.