Chronic nausea is an upset stomach that happens frequently over time. Often accompanied by gagging or vomiting. What you eat or drink is very important if you have nausea or vomiting. You do not want to contribute to stomach acid and the burning sensation.
Start by drinking clear liquids to settle your stomach. It is best to sip them slowly, two ounces at a time, no chugging. Two favorites are warm and salty bouillon and room temperature gatorade which also has some salt and sugar. Warm is easy on the stomach. The salt is good to restore electrolytes after vomiting so you do not get dehydrated.
Avoid juices, especially citrus juices. Lemon, lime, orange juice would be too irritating for an already upset stomach. Warm, not hot fluids seem to do the best. Avoid carbonation in beverages. If you must have coke or 7up open them and let them go flat before consuming. The gassiness can distend the stomach further irritating it. The fizz causes belching which contributes to heart burn and acid reflux. Coffee and plain tap water do not seem to provide comfort to the upset stomach. Warm tea has been known to soothe a stomach.
Once you find the fluid type, amount, and temperature that your stomach can tolerate you can use again as bit of a remedy. You can decide what makes you more comfortable.
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