Myths and truths to survive a long flight and jet lag

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In this installment we review the myths about recommendations found on the Internet that would "help" you survive a long flight and its jet lag..

Taking advantage of the trip that I told you about here from Quito to Japan with a stopover in Paris con Air France, which has been the longest flight I have been on, I prepared this post where we experimented with Sil, some of the most popular remedies or recommendations to endure a long flight and its respective jet lag due to time change.

There are hundreds of tips on the Internet., I rescued the ones that were repeated the most or those that promised better results and that's how it went for us in this experiment.:

The experiment

A list was made of the 11 tips or recommendations that are repeated the most on different web pages and we put them to the test to find out if they work or not, really hoping that they are effective so that we can enjoy the trip to the fullest.

It is important to note that the experience of each recommendation may vary from person to person depending on their age., physical condition and others, as far as, What we show here is only a personal experience and does not mean that it is definitive.

Maximum hydration before flying

It is recommended to drink plenty of water before the flight, for example coconut water to keep electrolyte levels high , which will help reduce the effects of dryness, headache and more that you suffer on a long flight.

• Yes it works, Getting on a plane fully hydrated makes you feel better and less uncomfortable while traveling to that distant destination..

Eat light

They do not recommend eating much before or even during a flight., given that the feeling of extreme fullness and the pressure changes in the plane will make the trip less comfortable.

• It works, Feeling light and without a full stomach certainly makes the trip more bearable.. So control how much you eat if you go into a sala VIP.
• Eating fruits helps hydration.

Change your sleeping hours

If you travel west, stay awake a few hours before going to sleep, while if you travel east, sleep earlier.

• We don't feel it as a help, even more so because our trip was towards the east, to reach the west, so it was a hassle to organize well.

Not sleeping before a flight

Internet recommends, depending on the time of your flight, avoid sleeping so that you do so during the duration of your trip.

• We tested it and it works, you will sleep (if it is easy for you to do it) more hours and the flight will be shorter.

On the plane, already use the time of your final destination

As soon as you get on the plane, forget about the time of your departure city, set the time of your final destination.

• It was the best recommendation, forget about local time and start living normal life at our final destination, it costs a lot to do, but it will certainly help your adaptation.
• If it's time to sleep at your final destination, sleep. If it's breakfast time, Eat something, etc.

Don't drink alcohol

Drinking alcohol will affect your sleep, it will make you feel sick and more.

• No matter how much free alcohol the flight may have, don't drink it. It dehydrates you, gives double headache due to pressure change and affects sleep.
• I took a risk and had a wine, the effect was terrible, especially the multiplied headache.

Agua, water and more water

Stay hydrated throughout the flight with at least half a liter for every hour of flight.

• It's a lot of water and I don't think there's that much water in the entire plane., but without any doubt, drinking plenty of water helps you feel better both physically (eyes, nose, boca, etc.), like mentally.
• Ask for water every time the service passes on board, you won't go to the bathroom so many times, since your body will need it more than normal.
• Avoid juices, have the coffee.

Walk on the plane

They say that exercising will help you feel better.

• Definitely, On such long flights walking down the aisle of the plane will help you stretch your muscles. Sitting for so many hours is not good for your health., especially for elderly people or people with specific health problems.
• I also recommend doing hand stretching exercises., legs, arms, neck, etc. You will notice the difference.

Hygiene

Keeping yourself clean will help you adapt to the new schedule.

• Like the clock changing, if you stay clean during the flight and brush your teeth for example, when it would be appropriate to do it during the time of your final destination, will help you.
• Wash your face and freshen up will make you feel better.
• You can bring a moisturizer and toothpaste as long as they are not more than 100ml each..
• When you arrive at your hotel, a good shower will help you adapt to the schedule.

The light is your friend

Make the most of the light when you are at your final destination and continue your life according to the time.

• Equally, It is one of the best recommendations. When you arrive at your final destination and it is daylight, do normal activities like having lunch, go out and see for as many hours as you can until it's time to sleep.
• If you arrive at night, follow the normal routine, lie down and try to sleep, you will surely be tired from your trip.
• You will probably wake up several times in between at least the first three nights., But following a normal routine will help you get the most out of your trip..
• Avoid taking naps, stay awake as much as you can.

Tablets

There are certain pills to counteract these effects..

• Personally, We have not tried them and I do not recommend them unless it is under a doctor's prescription., Be careful with this point if you read it on the Internet.

Results

Some work and some don't, As I indicated, it will vary from person to person., even the time zone you travel to, type of airplane (the Boeing 787 Dreamliner reduces these symptoms) and duration of the trip.

What are the tips against jet lag that you tried or that work best for you??

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