| Traveling Internationally, especially for the first time | | | | help. I would avoid reading, or doing too much |
| can be an exciting adventure. It's important to be | | | | moving. Use this time to close your eyes and relax. |
| prepared to encourage a positive experience during | | | | Of course have a nausea bag readily available. |
| this long journey. | | | | - During the long flight it is important to move your |
| Besides making sure your Passports and Visas are up | | | | feet and legs to prevent blood clots. You will |
| to date, are you prepared for how you will feel | | | | probably need a bathroom break on such a long flight. |
| physically and mentally after such a long flight? | | | | Take your time and really stretch your legs. In your |
| Plane rides from the U.S to Europe average about 8 | | | | seat you can also make circles with your ankles and |
| hours depending on where you're flying to and from. | | | | gently lift your knees up and down to promote |
| They can be even longer if you're going to far away | | | | circulation. |
| places such as Australia or Africa, can be over 13 | | | | - Keep Aspirin handy since it's a blood thinner, and is |
| hours! | | | | also helpful with headaches usually associated with |
| When I first started traveling out of the country, I | | | | long flights. |
| was surprised how my body reacted to such a long | | | | - Be sure to splash your face with cold water in the |
| flight. I wasn't prepared for the extreme Jet Lag, | | | | bathroom, it's good for your skin and more. |
| Motion Sickness or numerous other things. | | | | Once you have arrived |
| After lots of trial and error, I gradually learned how | | | | - Continue to drink lots of Water |
| to prepare my body and mind to recover more | | | | - Stay away from heavy meals as long flights can |
| quickly and enjoy my trip without wasting days in my | | | | alter your bowel habits for the first day or so. |
| hotel room because of Jet Lag and more. | | | | - Eat light fruits, salads, anything that will promote |
| Here are some tips to prepare your mind and body | | | | proper digestion packed with nutrients |
| for the long trip. | | | | - During the day (depending on the weather) open |
| Before your trip | | | | the curtains and windows to let in fresh air and |
| - Drink Lots of Water, keeping yourself hydrated is | | | | sunshine, this simple step will speed up your recovery |
| key to bouncing back quickly. | | | | and mood! |
| - Stock up on Melatonin Supplements, it's also a | | | | - When it is bedtime at your destination and if you |
| natural hormone found in your body that encourages | | | | can't sleep, it's ok to take the Melatonin, it helped me |
| sleep. | | | | get on the correct time zone quickly, and it didn't |
| - Once on the plane, you should immediately engage | | | | leave me groggy in the morning like other sleep |
| your destinations time zone, if it is night at your | | | | supplements. |
| destination, take the melatonin on the plane and sleep | | | | These are just a few of the many tips that can help |
| etc | | | | you feel more fit and alert after your long journey. |
| - If you experience Motion Sickness, Ginger is an | | | | Take it from Me, I've Been There, Done That. |
| excellent supplement for nausea. Ginger Ale can also | | | | |