Natural Remedies for Travel: Homeopathic Remedies for Summer Bites, Tummy Bugs, Sunburn & More
Homeopathic remedies for travel and summer fun!
Whether you're off on a sun-soaked holiday, a business trip, an outdoor adventure or a long-awaited reunion with friends or family, travel can be exciting, but it often brings unwanted side effects. Jet lag, travel sickness, sunburn, insect bites, tummy bugs, and travel anxiety are all too common. A natural travel first aid kit can help you and your family stay healthy and enjoy the journey.
Why Choose Homeopathy for Travel?
Travel disrupts our usual rhythms. New environments, different foods, long flights, motion, heat, insects, and stress all impact our systems. Homeopathy supports your body’s resilience and helps rebalance it when faced with minor ailments.
Having these tucked away in your travel bag gives you natural options when issues crop up unexpectedly. No wasting time looking for a pharmacy!
Homeopathic remedies are:
Compact and travel-friendly
Safe for all ages
Non-drowsy and free from side effects
What to Pack in Your Natural First Aid Kit:
Homeopathic remedies (30c): Arnica, Nux Vomica, Apis, Urtica Urens, Cantharis, Cocculus, etc listed below. Or purchase a Homeopathic kit!
Aloe vera gel
Lavender essential oil
Electrolyte sachets or coconut water
Calendula / Hypercal / Urtical / Arnical creams or gel
Hypercal tincture (dilute for wound cleaning)
Activated charcoal
Rescue Remedy or Australian flower essences for emotional shock or stress
Natural insect repellent
B1 supplement
Chamomile tea bags (for compresses)
Homeobotanical tinctures - Excellent travel companions to improve nutrients intake and absorption, provide extra protection to the immune system and to calm anxiety and emotions.
Best Natural Remedies for Travel Ailments
Homeopathy for Travel Anxiety & Pre-Trip Nerves
Some people find travel exciting, while others experience fear of flying, nervousness, homesickness or general anxiety. These symptoms can trigger the body’s stress response.
Top Homeopathic Remedies:
Argentum Nitricum – Great for fear of flying, stage fright, nervous diarrhoea, and anticipating the worst. May crave sugar and feel trembly.
Aconite – A powerful remedy for panic with trembling, palpitations, shortness of breath, and a sense of impending doom and fear of death.
Other natural supports for emotional upsets and anxiety
Rescue Remedy or Australian flower essences for emotional shock or stress
Homeobotanical tincture: Be calm (containing ashwaganda and Lemon balm amongst others) to calm the whole system
Homeopathy for Motion Sickness
Cocculus – Nausea worsened by motion and lack of sleep. Especially when reading in the car or watching scenery.
Tabacum – Nausea with cold sweat and pale complexion. Better with fresh air and uncovering the abdomen.
Petroleum – Nausea from the smell of fuel, dizziness, ringing in the ears. Skin may feel dry.
Homeopathy for Jet Lag & Long-Haul Fatigue
Arnica – For physical exhaustion, sore muscles, and general wear and tear from travel.
Cocculus – Disrupted sleep rhythms, especially from time zone changes.
Electricitas – Helps rebalance EMFs from flights. Symptoms: headache, dizziness, insomnia, bruised sensation, restlessness.
Homeopathy for Insect Bites, Stings & Swelling
Whether it’s midges, mosquitoes or wasps, bites can cause swelling, itching, irritation, and discomfort, and look unsightly!
Top Homeopathic Remedies:
Ledum Palustre – For puncture wounds and bites that are cold to the touch but feel better with cold applications.
Apis Mellifica – For hot, red, swollen areas relieved by cold. Sensitive to touch and pressure.
Other Natural Supports:
Vitamin B1 - Taken daily in a high dose, may naturally deter insects.
Apple Cider Vinegar - Apply diluted to soothe itch and reduce inflammation
Weleda Insect Bite Spray – Soothing herbal support containing arnica and echinacea.
Lavender Essential Oil – Dap directly onto bites to calm irritation.
Natural Insect Repellent Spray – Non-toxic, effective, isn’t sticky and smells divine. It's a staple in my holiday bag. Eco by Sonya Citronella Spray
Homeopathy for Sunburn
Too much sun? We’ve all been there. Natural remedies can help soothe, heal and protect your skin.
Top Homeopathic Remedies for Sunburn:
Cantharis – For blistering, stinging pain, and raw, burned skin.
Urtica Urens – For stinging, prickly heat and sunburn.
Sol – For sun sensitivity or long-term effects from previous sunburn.
Belladonna – Red, hot, dry skin with pounding sun headache.
Natural Support:
Aloe Vera Gel – Store in fridge for extra cooling
Calendula Cream – Reduces inflammation and infection risk
Homeopathy for Tummy Upsets & Food Poisoning
Holiday tummy troubles can strike unexpectedly, spoiling your fun! Luckily, homeopathy can offer fast relief.
Top Homeopathic Remedies:
Arsenicum Album – Vomiting, diarrhoea, anxiety, chilliness.
Nux Vomica – For overindulgence, hangover symptoms, nausea.
China – Fatigue and weakness after diarrhoea or dehydration.
Other Support:
Activated charcoal – Absorbs toxins
Electrolyte sachets or coconut water – Rehydrate naturally
Tissue salts – Add to water to support mineral balance
“Let the sunshine in, and let your spirit be as free as the summer breeze.”
Homeopathy for Sun-Induced Headaches & Heat Exhaustion
Too much heat or direct sun exposure can lead to headaches, dizziness and fatigue. Take one of these to help your body find balance again.
Glonoine – For sunstroke and bursting headaches worse in the sun.
Natrum Muriaticum – Migraines triggered by heat or sun exposure.
Belladonna – Red, flushed face, pounding headache, light sensitivity.
Natural Support:
Rest in cool, shaded space
Use cold cloths on forehead or neck
Drink water with added minerals
Homeopathy for Heat Rash / Prickly Heat
Sweat and heat can lead to irritating rashes, but the right treatment can have skin soothed and back to normal.
Top Homeopathic Remedies:
Urtica Urens – Red, itchy, blotchy skin better from rubbing.
Sulphur – For heat-sensitive rashes worse after bathing.
Rhus Tox – Itchy, blistered skin worse for cold, better for heat.
Other Soothing Tips:
· Urtical Cream / Hypercal / Calendula Cream: Great for sunburn, bites, stings, and skin irritations.
· Aloe Vera Gel: Straight from the plant or bottled, it cools and soothes sunburn.
· Lavender Essential Oil: A few drops in cool water can be sprayed onto skin to soothe inflammation.
· Oatmeal baths or chamomile tea compresses can soothe irritated skin
· Keep skin cool, dry, and wear breathable clothing
Homeopathy for Bruises, Bumps, Grazes
Summer fun sometimes means unexpected knocks, bruises and falls!
Top Homeopathic Remedies:
Arnica Montana – For bruises, soreness, swelling or shock.
Hypericum – for cuts and grazes.
Extra Tip: Apply Arnica cream or gel topically (avoid open wounds).
How to Use Homeopathic Remedies
Choose the remedy that matches your symptoms
Take a 30c potency, 1 pill every 30 minutes for up to 4 doses
Stop when symptoms resolve
If symptoms improve but persist, continue for a few more doses
If no improvement, try a different remedy
Need Personalised Advice or a Custom Travel Kit?
If you’re heading away this summer or want to feel more prepared, I offer bespoke homeopathic kits and personal consultations. Let’s create a plan tailored to your specific needs. Message me to get started!
Wishing you a happy, healthy, adventure-filled summer!
Lots of love,
Cheryl x
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P.P.S. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Please seek medical care in an emergency.
