Some folks say that your body needs one day per time zone crossed to fully
recover. Which means you'll probably recover just in time to go back home!
1--> Jet lag is most often worse traveling from west to east, because you're
traveling against the natural sun progression.
2--> As soon as the plane takes off, set your watch for the time zone in which
you will land. Start thinking of yourself already in that time zone and try
to get into step with sleeping and eating as much as possible.
3--> If you need to be in top shape the minute you land, try easing yourself
into that time zone for a day or two ahead of departure.
4--> On a long flights, avoid alcohol, drink lots of water or juice instead. Your
body dehydrates in the pressurized cabin, so drinking water will help
you feel fresher, keep your skin from feeling dry and give you a good
reason to get up occasionally!
5--> Get up and move around as often as you are able. If you can't walk in
the aisles, at least make a point of rotating your ankles and wrists
several times in each direction at least every half hour.
6--> If it is nighttime at your destination, try to nap. If it is daytime there, try
not to nap. When you get off the plane, you will probably want to be in
whatever time schedule the location is.
7--> If it is morning when you land, resist the urge to go to sleep. Aim
instead for a refreshing shower and a nice walk; sunshine will be a
great help in resetting your biological clock. A short nap after lunch,
limited to 20-40 minutes, will help you make it through dinner! If you're
very tired on your first night, you will be more likely to sleep well and
wake up less time-confused!
8--> If you will arrive at night, but it will still be morning for your internal clock,
you might want to consider having your doctor prescribe a mild
sleeping aid for this first night. (It takes up less room than a dull book
and works more efficiently!)
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