Jet lag is the feeling of disorientation experienced if you are flying across time zones. Your body
may take days, or even weeks to adjust to the new day and night cycle.
Symptoms
Fatigue and general tiredness
Loss of concentration
Fuzziness
Broken sleep after arrival
Dehydration
Discomfort of legs and feet
Prevention
Get a good night's sleep the before flying
Try to include stop-overs in your travel plans.
Drink plenty of fluids during the flight, but avoid alcohol, coffee and fizzy drinks.
After take-off, set your watch to the time of your destination and eat, drink and sleep according to the new time.
Get as much exercise as you can, for instance, walking up and down the aisle
