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Written by the Relief Team · Lifestyle

The Travel Trigger: Altitude and Circadian Rhythms

Lower oxygen levels in airplane cabins and the disruption of sleep cycles are primary travel triggers. The pressurized cabin acts like a massive barometric front, stressing cranial vessels.

Survival Strategy

  • Pre-hydrate: Drink double the water you normally would during a flight.
  • Light Management: Wear blue-light blocking glasses or use a sleep mask.
  • Time-Zone Transition: Use melatonin to reset your internal clock quickly.

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