Just Ask Us: Why do I get motion sickness?

Q: Why do I get motion sickness, and how can I prevent it? “Although it is not a serious condition, motion sickness can make traveling very unpleasant.” There are several methods the CDC suggested for preventing motion sickness. To prevent motion sickness on boats and airplanes, the CDC suggested you find a location that feels the least amount of motion, like a central cabin close to water-level on a cruise ship or a seat over the wing on an airplane. The CDC said stimulating other senses could also be beneficial to those prone to motion sickness because it could be a distraction from the motion. Some medicines are available over the counter that could prevent motion sickness, including Benadryl and Dramamine, according to the CDC, although those methods often have a side effect of making you drowsy.