British nutritionist Serena Poon has named healthy foods that can help you cope with large time zones and those to avoid on long flights. About it writes Insider.
So, on the advice of a specialist, to stimulate the biological clock of a person after long flights, you should eat foods rich in melatonin, a hormone that helps to normalize sleep. For example, it is found in cherries. Bananas, avocados or spinach can be used to replenish the potassium balance; nuts, beans, or seeds can be used to increase magnesium levels.
Foods high in water, such as watermelon or cucumber, help the body fight dehydration and fatigue, and improve concentration. In addition, citrus fruits, which are a source of vitamin C, promote mental clarity.
“A high concentration of vitamin C has been correlated with improved cognitive functions such as attention, concentration and decision making,” Poon said.
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The nutritionist urged to be more careful with the amount of coffee drunk – its effect does not always go well with the violation of biorhythms. So, the drink has a mild diuretic effect, and its overdose can contribute to dehydration. In addition, caffeine delays the rise in melatonin levels, which slows down the body’s biological clock.
Among other things, Poon warned that alcohol disrupts the natural sleep cycle, and foods containing “hidden” sugars – flavored yoghurts, smoothies and even oat milk – can negatively affect energy levels.
Earlier in December, flight attendants gave some advice to passengers on how to reduce stress when flying on New Year’s Eve dates. So, one of the ways to make your trip more enjoyable is to take a snack with you so as not to stand in long lines at cafes and restaurants of the air harbor.
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