From
The Desk of Dr. Tanya Gurvich
Most people have experienced
nausea at one time or another in their lives. It is that very familiar
unpleasant sensation which makes you feel like you are going to vomit.
Nausea can be caused by many different diseases including, infection,
liver disease, inner ear disorder, pregnancy, and certain medications. In
most cases persistent nausea requires a medical evaluation. There are many
strong, safe and effective traditional medicines your doctor can prescribe
for nausea which will work very well. However, with the herbal industry
becoming ever so popular, more and more people are turning to alternative
medicine to see if some of their symptoms can improve with the help of
herbs.
Several different herbs have been shown to helpful in
relieving nausea associated with motion sickness, pregnancy and
chemotherapy:
Ginger , Peppermint ,
Cinnamon , Papaya , Lavender, & Citrus
All of these herbs have been “Generally Recognized As
Safe“ (GRAS) for food use in the United States and Europe. There have been
no serious adverse effects reported with any these herbs when they are
used in moderation. Sucking on lollipops which contain small amounts of
these herbs is a very safe and soothing way to deal with nausea.
Although it is not known exactly how these herbs work
to relieve nausea, it is postulated that they all have a local soothing,
and antispasmodic effects on the stomach. Additionally, papaya contains
natural substances called enzymes which help in the digestion of food,
while citrus flavors and cinnamon have been found helpful as appetite
stimulants.
Although the medicinal properties of these herbs have
been known for centuries, more recent clinical research and documented
case reports are also available which points to their efficacy.
For example, there is scientific evidence that shows
that ginger is effective in treating motion sickness. In one clinical
trial, patients who were given powdered ginger prior to going on a trip
responded better than those given Dramamine, a motion sickness medication
available without a prescription. In another trial of pregnant women,
ginger was more effective than a sugar pill in relieving morning sickness.
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Do they
really work?
Because a queasy stomach can have many sources, there
is no perfect solution for everyone. We were careful in researching our
flavors to select a variety of choices in order that people could find one
that worked for them. In fact, we have received great feedback from people
who say our pops relieved their nausea from car sickness, riding in
airplanes, on boats, and also morning sickness. Because no specific herb
or natural product is perfect for everyone, we provide a variety of
flavors. Try each to find your solution. We believe our QueasyPops are
definitely worth a try.
We carry the Queasy Pops because so many customers
older children needed Preggie Pops when going to amusement parks, flying,
riding in the car. Yet, these kids did not want to use something
called "Preggie Pops!" In fact, this is why the manufacturer
developed this line! They have the same great function you know, but
with different packaging, a different name, and some different flavors.
How
can a candy help relieve nausea?
These lollipops are not just a "candy". We do use a
corn syrup and sugar base to bind and help deliver our product that
includes herbal and natural products which aid in the relief of those
awful, transient, queasy stomachs. Three Lollies worked hard to make a
product that is pleasing rather than bad tasting. Queasy Pops? What sort
of name is that anyway? They were looking for a name that would be easily
recognized by the people we wish to help. Since “queasy” was a word
frequently used by people with motion sickness, dizziness or morning
sickness it seemed a perfect signal to speak to those in need of
QueasyPops. It is a general term and doesn’t speak to the source of the
discomfort, making it the right choice for our broad usage.
How do QueasyPops
work?
Many of these elements have been used for centuries.
Specific tastes have been found to affect the nervous pathways stemming
from the cranial nerves . Interestingly enough, research is ongoing on
specific flavor stimulation of the trigeminal nerve associated with nausea
relief. Three Lollies have put tremendous energy into formulating our
flavors and continue to do so.
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