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Avoid Jet Lag
December 12, 2006 | Permalink
Whenever traveling over different time zones, jet lag can be a drag that can affect any business trip or vacation. It is generally accepted that for every time zone you cross, you'll need a full day to recover. But when you have places to go and people to see, you don't always have time to spare for recovery. So how can you shake your jet lag quicker and get back on your feet?
Adjust as quickly as possible to the new time. If that means setting your watch early, thinking about what you're normally doing at that time, or anything else that might help convince you, getting into your new time zone mentally can help you physically prepare, such as getting some sleep on the flight over. Some people suggest that changing your normal routine by just a half hour the week before you leave can help you adjust more quickly.
Pass up that alcoholic drink on the plane and choose water instead. Keeping hydrated is an important way to arrive at your destination more refreshed. And now that you can't bring your own bottled water on board, it is even more important to choose the healthy option and get all the water you can when they bring around the drink cart.
Try to sleep on the plane. This is not all that helpful a tip with cramped leg space, uncomfortable seats and noisy flights, but it really does help. Actually, it helps if you're losing time. If you’re gaining time, you may want to try and stay awake so that you don't end up being awake all night when you arrive.
Pay attention to your diet. Eating carbs right before getting on a plane can make you feel sleepy and more likely to rest. Increasing your melatonin might help jet lag. This is a tenuous link, but it might be worth a try. This can be taken in a supplement form or found naturally in foods such as rice, tomatoes, and bananas.
Good luck avoiding jet lag on your next trip!
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