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Beating Jet lag

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Flying is very rarely an effortless, complication-free affair; the possibility of delays, cancellations and lost luggage as well as the bustle of the average airport can make it pretty stressful. All that can, of course, be compacted by jet lag (which is even worse if you’re already an insomniac). This nightmare of a condition is caused by the havoc that flying wreaks with our normal schedules and sleep patterns. Never fear, however, as we have some great suggestions which could help to alleviate the symptoms of jet lag. They might not solve all your problems, but they can’t possibly hurt!

Get ahead of schedule

Taking steps to adjust your pattern a little while before heading off to a new time-zone will help your body and mind to adjust to the change more efficiently. If you’re flying east try heading to bed a few hours earlier than usual for a few nights before you head out, and if you’re flying west stay up a few hours later each night. Keep in mind that this should be done gradually if you’re to feel the benefits, and that it’s most useful when you’ll be in your destination for more than two days.

Lavender essential oil

Lavender is a great sleep aid and mild sedative which can help you to get a more restful sleep while you’re away from home. This will have the knock-on effect of rendering you more awake when you get up in the mornings. Take a little bottle of essential oil, or a spray on mist for your pillow.

Make a date with the sun

When flying eastwards it is common to feel drowsy the day after you arrive, so you should definitely log as much sleep time as possible the gf rolex day date m128348rbr 0008 mens rolex calibre 2836 2813 automatic first night you are on vacation. Light exposure, however, is also key; so if the sun isn’t up when you first arrive turn on a bright lamp, and when it does rise go out for a walk. Resist the urge to sleep late or nap as this will draw-out the jet-lag, and be sure to stay awake until at least your regular bedtime.

Melatonin

Melatonin

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone which maintains the balance of the body’s sleep-cycle. Did you know, however, that it can also be purchased in supplement form? The level of Melatonin in the body naturally peaks overnight and drops during loewe 40967 fashion unisex scarf the day, and so experts have conducted studies into its usefulness. They have found that taking it in the evening (after dark) on the day you travel and for a few days after can help to reduce the impact of jet lag. Be sure to check with your doctor first.

Prescription sleep medications

As a last, but generally effective resort, you can always turn to prescription medications like sleeping pills. Over-the-counter pills can be just as effective, but either way you should become acquainted with them on the flight, not before. This will help you to forcibly reset your body clock, but do ask your doctor for advice before resorting to this.

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