We will show you how to get rid of jet lags as quickly as possible.
Headaches, sleep disorders and loss of appetite: these are just a few of the symptoms caused by jet lag after a long journey. These symptoms are not just unpleasant, they can interfere with your daily routines during your holidays.
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We will show you how to get rid of jet lags as quickly as possible.
Travelling to a far-off country often means travelling through different time zones, which can affect your body clock. Unfortunately, some people are more sensitive to these changes in time than others.
The following symptoms can occur at the beginning of your trip after a long journey:
How long your body needs to recover depends on where you are travelling to. The amount of daylight you are exposed to will have a big impact on your general wellbeing after a long journey. It will help to control your sleep-wake patterns, as well as your body temperature and hormone production. Once you have arrived in your country of destination, try to stay outdoors as much as possible.
The average adjustment period for each time zone you fly through is anything between half a day and a full day.
When you fly to countries in the west, you will be ‘given’ extra hours, which will make your travel day significantly longer than normal.
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Set your watches to the destination time in the airport before you travel, as this will help you to prepare yourself mentally for the time difference. It is also a good idea to eat according to the meal times at your destination.
If possible, book a seat by the window so you do not have to get up to let other passengers out.
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Relax with a pillow, and ask your neighbours and the flight attendants not to disturb you with meals and drinks while you sleep. Do not pressure yourself by counting the remaining hours as this will make the entire experience more mundane. Get comfortable and listen to some relaxing music.
By following these tips, your flight abroad should be relaxing, and your jet lag should be kept to a minimum.
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