Upon boarding the plane, change your watch to the destination time zone. Avoid alcohol or caffeine at least three to four hours before bedtime. Avoid any heavy exercise close to bedtime. Bring earplugs and blindfolds to help dampen noise and block out unwanted light while sleeping. Try to get outside in the sunlight whenever possible.
Daylight is a powerful stimulant for regulating the biological clock.
Contrary to popular belief, the type of foods we eat have no effect on minimizing jet lag. According to experts, stress or the potential for stress is another problem that can lead to sleeplessness. The first condition occurs when trying to sleep in a new or unfamiliar environment. The second is caused by the nagging worry that something just might wake you up, such as the possibility of a phone ringing, hallway noise or another disruption. Try these tips on you next trip to help avoid travel-related stress and subsequent sleeplessness.