Combatting jet lag

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Combatting jet lag

You know how the first days in a new time zone can be: You're sleepy all day, but when it's time to sleep, you toss and turn or sleep fitfully. Travelers have traditionally battled this problem with naps, sleeping pills, and self-medication with caffeine and alcohol. There are healthier ways, however, that are just as effective. Read on for more tips about how to handle jet lag. Try resetting your watch to the destination's time as soon as you get on the airplane. If it's daytime in your new destination, try to stay awake. Walk around the cabin to keep yourself alert. When it's nighttime in your destination point, try to sleep. Using a sleeping mask and earplugs can help to block out noise and light on the plane. Eat before you get on the plane. This way, neither your growling stomach nor dinner-wielding flight attendants will distract you from sleep. (Be sure to tell the attendant ahead of time that you don't need to be awakened for a meal.) If you use a blanket, buckle your seat belt over the blanket so the flight attendant will not have to wake you in the event of turbulence. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which can disrupt sleep patterns. If it's daylight when you arrive but nighttime at home, you may be tempted to sleep. Instead, try going for a walk outside. The benefit here is two-fold: The exercise may revive you. Also, daylight should help convince your body to stop producing sleep-inducing hormones.