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Tips & Tricks to Beat Jet Lag

08 February 2019

Every day, millions of travellers around the world struggle against one of the most frequent side effects of flying � jet lag. While jet lag is extremely common, it is also fairly simple to prevent, if you take the right precautions. Discover how to recognise the symptoms of jet lag and ways to recover from it.

WHAT IS JET LAG?

Jet lag is a temporary disorder that occurs when you rapidly travel across different time zones, which disrupts your circadian rhythm � the biological clock that helps control when we wake up and fall asleep.

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EFFECTS OF JET LAG

The symptoms of jet lag are all too familiar for frequent fliers and international travellers. About a third of people experience minimal jet lag effects while another third is known to experience more extreme effects. The common symptoms include:

SEE ALSO: WAYS TO KEEP YOUR MIND SHARP

TIPS ON PREVENTING JET LAG

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Any experienced traveller would know that you cannot completely avoid jet lag from happening but you can take steps to lessen its effects. Here are 7 tips before and during the flight to help you prevent some of the symptoms.

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4. Stay Hydrated

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SOME RECOVERY TRICKS

Jet lag effects can vary depending on our age, state of health and stress levels. Here are some ways to beat its effects once you have arrived at your destination.

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