Being dehydrated causes nausea because it messes with your brain, your digestion, and your electrolytes all at once. It’s a full-body betrayal that starts with a dry throat and ends with you feeling like you’re on a boat in a storm. So the next time that queasy wave hits, take a breath. Ask yourself the tough questions: “How much coffee have I had today?” (Probably too much.) “When’s the last time I drank something clear?” (Probably never, if you’re like me.)
And if you start feeling sick, don’t panic. Don’t reach for the crackers first. Reach for a single, tiny sip of water. Your stomach might hate it for a second, but I promise—your brain will thank you. And honestly, your brain deserves a thank-you after all that sloshing around in a shrinking skull.
Stay hydrated, you beautiful, sensitive mess.
