Start smaller than usual
Eat slowly, stop at the first comfortable fullness and consider several small meals instead of one large meal. A slowed stomach can make an ordinary portion feel excessive.
Choose lower-fat, gentle foods
Broth, toast, crackers, oatmeal, rice, applesauce, banana, low-fat yogurt, eggs and lean chicken are common starting points. Rich, fried or creamy meals are more likely to sit heavily.
Sip between meals
Take small, frequent sips rather than quickly drinking a large volume with food. Ginger tea may be soothing for some people. Carbonation, alcohol and strong coffee can worsen symptoms for others.
Do not force protein
Protein is important, but forcing a dense shake or large piece of meat while nauseated can backfire. Try a few bites of yogurt, egg, soft tofu, broth with chicken or a diluted protein drink and build up.