Suck on ice cubes, eat, don't eat, stare at the horizon, lay down and do nothing, keep busy, stay hydrated and don't drink too much water.
These are just some of the varied pieces of advice I was given to cure my seasickness while reporting from onboard the CSIRO's RV Investigator this week.
It turns out that from old salts to scientists and those still finding their sea legs, everyone has their own remedy.
Whether you are escaping the winter for a European cruise or planning a deep sea fishing trip, I hope these tips come in handy during your greenest hour.
Ship's Master John Highton
Experience at sea: 42 years
"Get out into the fresh air, somewhere you can see the horizon. Eat dry biscuits and drink water — but not too much, just enough to stay hydrated," he said.
"Give it two or three days."
RV Investigator Steward Emma Lade
Experience at sea: Nine years
"Suck on ice cubes until they melt," she said.
"Eat ginger biscuits, ginger tea, ginger beer — anything with ginger."
Third mate Andrew Roebuck
Experience at sea:14 years
"If you're unsure whether you'll be sick prior to going to sea, assume you will be," he said.
"Take medication before you sail. Better to be safe than sorry!"
(This is a good one. I made the mistake of assuming I wouldn't be seasick.)
Royal Australian Navy Lieutenant Commander Annalise Pearson
Experience at sea: 18 years
"Keep busy and hydrated," she said.
"Drink ginger tea. If things are really bad, eat salty crackers or toast. But stay away from dairy products.
"Don't let it get you down. Even the saltiest of sailors can still get sea sick."
Seabird ecologist Eric Woehler
Experience at sea: 38 years
"Count birds!" he said.
"But seriously, watch the horizon… while counting birds."
Second officer James Hokin
Experience at sea: Seven years
"Continuously snack and get some fresh air," he said.
"Avoid closed spaces. And don't work yourself up — stay positive."
CSIRO communications manager Chris Gerbing
Experience at sea: Seven days
"Remain horizontal whenever possible. On the deck, on a beanbag, on the lounge or on a bed," he said.
"Count the rows to your nearest exit. And stay off the chocolate eclairs."
If all else fails, another piece of advice I received was to "go hug a tree" — maritime speak for "return to land as soon as possible".
