How to Use Jet Lag Remedies to Recover Quickly

Jet lag also is known as desynchronosis.

Jet lag is a medical condition also known as desynchronosis. Jet lag can last several days, and it is said that recovery takes from one to one and a half days per time zone crossed. There are many methods for trying to get your jet lag symptoms to subside quickly.

Instructions

1. Exercise. Ideally, you should be in shape before your trip, since your body will be able to face jet lag much better when it is physically conditioned. You also can work out once you arrive.

2. Don't drink alcohol or ingest anything containing caffeine. Alcohol and caffeine cause dehydration and can mess with your sleep schedule. Alcohol also can cause nausea and caffeine can increase anxiety.

3. Drink lots of water on the trip. Bring your own water, if it's allowed. Staying hydrated will help reverse the effects of a plane's dry atmosphere.

4. Follow the schedule of your destination. If you arrive in the morning, even if it feels like midnight to you, eat breakfast. This will help your body recognize and adjust to the pattern.

5. Get lots of sun. Sunlight makes your hypothalamus reduce melatonin production, which can help you stay alert during the day and reset your internal clock.

Tips & Warnings

• It is helpful to try and adjust as much as possible to the time zone you will be traveling to a few days before your trip.

• Some people claim you can prevent jet lag by not eating while you travel. Some claim this is the best of all the natural jet lag remedies.

References

• MedicineNet.com: Jet Lag