How to avoid the effects of jet lag while traveling: Tips for better adaptation and relaxation

Written By طقس العرب on 2023/04/01

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Weather of Arabia - The time difference is usual when traveling to distant places, especially if the difference differs by three hours or more, and this can greatly affect the body and public health, due to the confusion of the body clock and its irregularity with the hours of the day and night and meal times</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You may feel like sleeping through lunchtime on your first day in London, or find yourself unable to sleep on your first night in Japan.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> &quot;Our bodies have a natural rhythm,&quot; says Vivek Jain, director of the Sleep Disorders Center at George Washington University.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><h3 style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> How to avoid the effects of the time difference while traveling?</h3><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Changing your sleeping pattern before traveling:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You can start changing your sleeping pattern a few days before you travel. The sleep can be adjusted starting from some days before you travel to suit the new time you will be visiting. Once you reach your destination, you can sleep according to the new time without feeling too tired.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Eat with care:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You should take care to eat carefully during the flight and on the first day of your arrival at your new destination. It is preferable to eat light and healthy foods on the plane, and to refrain from eating fatty and heavy foods that may affect the digestive system and make the body feel exhausted.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Maintaining hydration:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Fluid intake must be maintained throughout the journey and after arriving at the new destination, as dehydration can lead to increased fatigue and negative body impact.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Playing sports:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Exercising outdoors in the new destination can mitigate the effects of the time difference and improve adaptation to the new time.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Avoid tension and stress:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You must maintain relaxation and avoid tension and stress during the trip and after reaching the new destination. This can be done by practicing meditation and deep breathing, avoiding stressful situations and thinking about positive things.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Back to normal routine:</strong></li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The effects of the time difference can be quickly reduced by returning to your normal routine once you reach your new destination. You can go out during the day and set a bedtime that matches the new timing. You can also adjust daily activities such as meals and work schedules according to the new time.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> By using these methods, the effects of time difference during travel can be avoided and adaptation to the new time can be improved. Care must be taken to implement these tips before, during and after travel to ensure the best travel experience.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p>

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


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