Flying can take its toll on your body and lead to several health issues such as skin dryness, blood clots, and dehydration. Most people experience at least some of the unpleasant effects of jet lag following a long-haul flight. The good news is you can recover from jet lag.
If you notice that you have fatigue, headaches, and difficulty concentrating, you probably have jet lag. To help you feel your best, here are five tips to recover after a long-haul flight.
Recover From Jet Lag After a Long Haul Flight
Avoid Drinking Alcohol
While it may be tempting to over-indulge in the free minibar on your flight, this is a bad idea for several reasons. Firstly, the low humidity levels in airplane cabins can cause you to lose water more quickly.
Alcohol is a diuretic which means it adds to the effects and you risk becoming seriously dehydrated if you’re not drinking enough water.
Secondly, the effects of alcohol are much stronger while flying. KLM explains why you should avoid over-consumption of alcohol during a flight:
“The lower air pressure reduces the body’s ability to absorb oxygen which means you may seem more intoxicated in the air than you would on the ground after drinking the same volume of alcohol.”
For that reason, you should avoid alcohol and stick to water or juice if you want to feel your best after your flight. It is recommended that you also avoid drinking alcohol the day before you fly to help further avoid dehydration while flying.