Air Travel: Dehydration Prevention Tips

Dehydration while traveling by air is a common problem. It can become a cause of problems as minor as mild discomforts like fatigue, scratchy eyes and dry skin to major health issues like respiratory conditions.

Do not dread air travel. Rather follow simple rules and stay as fresh as you were when you boarded the flight. This is how you do it –

Drink plenty of water

• Drink fluids throughout air travel.

• Keep a big bottle for yourself and keep sipping water.

• Avoid alcohol, tea and coffee because they aggravate dehydration.

Switch to glasses

Carry medicated eye drops because it can save your life in the dry cabin air. Wear contacts only if you must, otherwise wear glasses.

Carry nasal sprays

The cabin air can lead to nasal discomforts. At times it might lead to nose bleeding too. Keep nasal sprays handy in case your nose gets dry when you’re flying. This will keep your nasal cavities hydrated.

Keep a moisturizer

Dry air in the cabin can do a number of harms to your otherwise silky and smooth skin. It can make it become dry, itchy and flaky. And, who wants scaly skin. Isn’t the thought of it repelling enough for you? In order to avoid loss of moisture hydrate your skin from outside by applying a moisturizer on your hands and face. Don’t let the cabin air steal your charm.

Bring some cut fruits

Fruits are easier to digest and will fight dehydration too.

Once you religiously follow the routine above, you would never cry over dehydration related problems.