Tips on Overcoming Jet Lag

Here are some tips on overcoming the effects of Jet Lag.

Firstly, when you have flown for long hours, you are more than likely to experience the following symptoms: head aches, tiredness, your head feels heavy and your stomach feels unlike its regular self... that is the effects of jet lag.

The change in time zone whilst you are flying disrupts your sleep patterns...better known as circadian rhythms. That upsets the natural balance of things.

Here are some useful tips on overcoming the effects of Jet Lag that I have at least found to be useful during my travels:

(i) Get lots of sleep before the flight.

(ii) Reduce caffeine intake and other stimulants like alcohol before the flight and during the flight

(iii) Eat light

(iv) Try getting some activity on board the plane to improve your blood circulation. Try walking down the aisle once in a while

(v) Practice stretching your arms and legs where possible.

(vi) Stay comfortable on board the plane as much as you can. Wear comfortable clothes.

(vii) There may be medication that can reduce jet lag but most people can do without it.

(viii) Upon arrival, adjust your watch to the local time and plan your activities as you normally would based on the local time.

(ix) Check into your accomodation and have a hot shower.

(x) Schedule important activities such as your business meetings about two days after you have arrived. This helps a lot to relieve some of that jet lag.