Hyperemesis Gravidarum (Severe Morning Sickness)

Some women experience excessive nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, known as Hyperemesis Gravidarum. This can lead to dehydration, weakness, and weight loss if not managed well. Simple dietary adjustments can often bring relief. One helpful approach is following a “dry diet”, which focuses on light, non-oily, and easy-to-digest foods.

If symptoms are severe or persistent, please consult your doctor for proper care.

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Dry Diet Plan for Hyperemesis

• Light, bland foods (rice, toast, plain crackers)
• Frequent small meals instead of large meals
• Hydration with water, coconut water, or clear soups
• Avoid spicy, fatty, or fried foods
• Ginger or lemon may help reduce nausea

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💡 Tip:

If symptoms are persistent, your doctor can prescribe medications or other treatments to prevent dehydration and ensure proper nutrition.

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Dry Diet Meal Plan for Hyperemesis

Meal Time	Suggested Foods
Early Morning	2–3 plain crackers OR 1 slice of dry toast OR 2 rusks
Breakfast	• Dry poha / upma (minimal oil, no onion/garlic) • 1 idli (plain, without chutney/sambar) • 1 small bowl cornflakes / puffed rice (without milk, eaten dry)
Mid-Morning Snack	• Roasted chana / murmura / makhana (small handful) • 2 Marie biscuits / Monaco crackers
Lunch	• 1 phulka (plain, no oil) with very light sabzi (boiled potato, lauki, tinda, or carrot) • 2–3 tbsp plain rice with a little yellow dal (thin, not oily) • Avoid curd or strong-smelling foods if they trigger nausea
Evening Snack	• Dry bread toast with jam/honey • Steamed sweet potato (lightly salted, eaten plain) • Khakhra
Dinner	• Plain khichdi (rice + moong dal, very little oil, not watery) • 1–2 phulka with plain sabzi • Avoid oily gravies and spicy food
Bedtime	A few plain biscuits OR dry cereal

📍 Source: Dr. Shweta Mehta – DNB, Obstetrics & Gynaecology | United Multispeciality Hospital, Kandivali West, Mumbai.