A SLEEP expert has shared the biggest mistake that passengers make when they try to take a nap on planes. He also explained how to avoid it in the future.
It is nearly impossible to get some sleep on a flight. This can lead to people taking steps that could actually make them feel worse.
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Another option is to consume alcohol while on the flight.
Although drinking can make you feel tired, it can also cause insomnia. We often feel worse after we board planes, regardless of how much we have slept.
Robert Oexman, founder of and president SomlyAccording to, it is rare for a drink to have a positive effect on the quality of your sleep.
He said Travel + LeisureAlcohol can cause brain damage and block REM sleep. Passengers should not be allowed to sleep intoxicated.
Dr. Oexman recommends that you avoid sleeping pills when you are trying to fall asleep on a plane. She says they can cause people to behave abnormally.
He does however recommend that people take melatonin supplementation to help them get a good night’s rest.
If jet lag is a problem, he recommends that you take one at least 30 minutes before you go to bed.
Sometimes, sleeping on a plane is not so helpful.
The experts in travelView from the WingIf you are arriving at your destination early in the morning, sleeping is not a good idea.
However, if you are landing in the evening, then it’s best to sleep when you arrive, at the same time as the locals.
Sometimes that might mean pushing through to evening if you’re tired, but the benefits for the rest of the trip will make it worthwhile.
The advice is: “Get on the plane and if it’s bed time in your destination, go to bed. If it isn’t, stay up.
“Plan your meals based on the new local time, too. This could mean that you should eat before rather than during your flight.
“Stay up until bedtime at your destination the day you arrive. If you go to sleep at noon, you’re going to be off for days. You need to force yourself to power through.”
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The unusual method this traveller used to try and sleep on the flight is quite unique.
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