Can Fengyoujing relieve motion sickness?

Under normal circumstances, wind oil can to some extent alleviate symptoms of motion sickness, but it cannot completely cure it. If discomfort occurs, seek medical attention promptly. The specific analysis is as follows:

Motion sickness is usually caused by imbalance between the vestibular system of the inner ear and visual perception, leading to excessive excitation of the parasympathetic nervous system. Symptoms include headache, dizziness, pallor, nausea, vomiting, cold hands and feet, and weakness in the limbs. The main ingredients of wind oil include menthol, eucalyptus oil, eugenol, etc., which have cooling, anti-itching, and refreshing effects. Applying a small amount of wind oil to the temples or near the nostrils before or during travel may help relieve motion sickness discomfort through its cooling sensation.

For individuals who frequently experience motion sickness, in addition to using supportive methods such as wind oil, it is also important to actively improve travel habits—maintaining good ventilation, avoiding reading or using electronic devices, closing the eyes to rest, and so on.