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10 Tips to Recover from Jetlag

by Scott Shortmeyer3 min read

Jet lag can be a challenging experience for many travelers, but there are several tips and strategies that can help alleviate its effects. Here are seven of the top tips to recover from jet lag:

  1. Plan ahead: If you know you’ll be traveling across several time zones, try to plan your trip with recovery time in mind. Arrive a few days early to give yourself time to adjust, or schedule your trip so that you’re traveling in the direction of the time zone change (e.g. traveling westward if you’re moving from New York to Los Angeles).
  2. Adjust your sleep schedule before you travel: If possible, start shifting your sleep schedule a few days before your trip to align with the time zone you’ll be traveling to. This can help your body adjust more easily to the new schedule.
  3. Stick to your new schedule: Once you arrive at your destination, try to stick to the local schedule as much as possible. This will help your body adjust to the new time zone more quickly.
  4. Hydrate: Dehydration can worsen jet lag symptoms, so make sure to drink plenty of water before, during, and after your flight.
  5. Get some sunlight: Exposure to natural sunlight can help reset your body clock and promote alertness, so try to spend some time outside during the day.
  6. Take a nap: Short naps (20-30 minutes) can help alleviate fatigue and improve alertness, but avoid napping for too long, as it can disrupt your sleep schedule.
  7. Avoid/Minimize alcohol and caffeine dependence: Both alcohol and caffeine can disrupt your sleep schedule and worsen jet lag symptoms, so it’s best to avoid them during and after your flight.
  8. Stay active: Exercise can help combat fatigue and improve alertness, so try to incorporate some physical activity into your day, even if it’s just a short walk.
  9. Practice relaxation techniques: Yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress and improve sleep quality, making it easier to recover from jet lag.
  10. Remember that recovery from jet lag is a gradual process, and it may take a few days to fully adjust to a new time zone. Be patient with yourself as you transition, and give your body the rest and care it needs to fully recover.
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