Ah, jet setting! New locales, cultures and foods await – not forgetting those pesky time zones! But fear not fellow wanderer! We have some tips and tricks that’ll help you beat chronos faster.
Rejoice in Time Warp
Who wouldn’t enjoy time travel? Unfortunately, that is what happens every time we cross time zones like traveling to Europe from the other side of the world – but rather than being met with dinosaurs or Shakespeare, jet lag usually greets us instead!
To reduce its effects and prepare yourself for arrival without delay, start making adjustments to your schedule prior to travel and work your way gradually through each destination’s time zone by moving your bedtime and meal times gradually ahead of your trip – this way your internal body clock won’t miss a beat once in destination. Remember it’s all about fooling your internal body clock as opposed to external clocks on walls (who read those anymore?!).
Hydrate, Don’t Hibernate
Water is your greatest weapon against jet lag – don’t waste it on fish and fountains alone! Hydration is key when combatting jet lag; air travel can be dehydrating, which only serves to intensify fatigue from jet lag. So drink up! And we don’t mean those mini bottles of champagne they give out like candy on flights; regular H2O will do just as well for helping adjust to new time zones and staving off fatigue – remember, when combatting jet lag it’s about keeping yourself well hydrated rather than hibernating!
Feast or Famine?
Food: the universal love language. But when traveling across time zones, when and what we eat becomes even more critical than what or how much. Our internal clocks are not only regulated by light but also by meal times. So if you’re arriving early morning, try to remain awake during your flight and eat breakfast when it arrives (even if this means eating in the middle of the night in your old time zone).
If you’re arriving late at night, try eating a light meal while on board and postpone eating large meals until breakfast the next morning. That way, your stomach clock can adapt to its new time zone more smoothly and stave off midnight cravings!
Remember, it’s not about starvation or binging; rather it’s simply about shifting meal times to accommodate for subtle time changes that might otherwise throw your diet off course – something worth bearing in mind!
CBD: Don’t Be Drowsy… Seriously?
For those unfamiliar, CBD stands for Cannabidiol, an all-natural remedy derived from cannabis plants that won’t get you high but could prove your go-to remedy against jet lag. Studies have shown that CBD can help regulate sleep patterns and improve quality, so taking a small dose as soon as you land (without smoking in the airport!) could help your body adjust more quickly to its new time zone.
Before embarking on your CBD adventure, remember to carefully review the rules and regulations of your destination country. No one wants their trip to begin with legal complications! When jet lag throws you into sleepless night, keep this mantra in mind: Can’t Be Drowsy… CBD.
Lighting it Up… But Not Literally!
Light is an invaluable regulator of our internal clock; don’t take that literally; however. No need for sun lamps in your suitcase (though that would certainly make security more interesting!). Make the most of whatever daylight there is available in your new locale. If you arrive midday, resist the urge to collapse into bed immediately – instead, aim your wings towards the light! Spend time outside, soak up the sunshine, and allow your body to work its magic.
Be amazed to witness how natural light can help reset your biological clock! A dose of sunlight is the ideal antidote to artificial lighting of plane cabins, providing the perfect opportunity to explore your destination right from day one! Just make sure that everything is done in moderation as this process should reset rather than increase your tan!
Be a Time Zone Titan!
Now we come full circle: with some preparation, simple strategies and an adventurous mindset, anyone can conquer time zone travel! Just remember travel should be about enjoyment not endurance – so ease into each new time zone gradually, and discover it for yourself no matter what the clock says.
