How to Treat Jet Lag

Flying across numerous time zones can affect travelers for days. Try the following tips to speed up the adjustment process.

Things You'll Need

  • Athletic Shoes
  • Travel Clothes
  • Chamomile Tea
  • Bath Oils
  • Melatonin
  • Travel Magazines
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Instructions

  1. Daytime Arrival

    • 1

      Reset your watch to local time if you haven't done so already.

    • 2

      Eat a protein-packed breakfast, such as an omelet, which will help you stay awake.

    • 3

      Soak up natural sunlight to cue your body that it is time to be awake. Or spend your first day in well-lighted places.

    • 4

      Get some exercise, but don't overdo it; a good option is a gentle walk outside during the day to get fresh air and keep your body moving.

    • 5

      Take a short nap if you are really weary, but do so before 2 p.m. and sleep for no longer than an hour.

    • 6

      Go to bed at a reasonable time. Even if you feel like dropping off at 5 p.m., try to hold out until at least 8 or 9 p.m. so that you won't wake up too early the next morning.

    Nighttime Arrival

    • 7

      Eat a high-carbohydrate meal, such as pasta, to help make you drowsy.

    • 8

      Plan to go to bed at the local bedtime, even if you aren't sleepy.

    • 9

      Think about other ways to induce sleep: a hot bath with lavender oil, a cup of chamomile tea or a massage. Keep lights dim.

    • 10

      Avoid sleeping late, even if you did not sleep well.

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