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Does cola help with nausea?

Does cola help with nausea?

Do you ever grab a Coke when you're nauseous?

Some people who suffer from nausea say that a glass of Coke helps against nausea. Others claim that minerals and sugars in Coke help against traveler's diarrhea/dehydration.

Is there evidence for cola for nausea?

There is no scientific evidence that Cola can be recommended for gastrointestinal complaints or dehydration. Diet Coke can even give you diarrhea. Are you nauseous? You could try a sip of Coke, but there is no guarantee.

A placebo effect

Sometimes there can be a placebo effect. If you believe Cola helps… Then maybe it helps.

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