8 things you shouldn’t do on the plane

The flight is a stressful situation for our body, and the fact that on earth it seems absolutely normal can turn into an unpleasant surprise in the air. AdMe.ru talked about what should not be done on the plane, so that the journey went smoothly and without problems.

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1. Wear contact lenses

Contact lenses by themselves dry the eyes, and dry air in an airplane only aggravates this effect. Therefore, for the duration of the long flight it is better to wear glasses or at least disposable lenses. And in fact, and in another case, eye drops will also be useful.

2. Fingertip your ears

The build up of ears during takeoff and landing arises due to a sharp pressure drop. The first impulse of many people (especially children) in such a situation is to plug their ears. It will not help. To minimize discomfort in the following ways:

• Perform sucking-swallowing movements. Adults will come to the aid of gum or candy, and the child - a bottle of water.
• Periodically open and close the mouth.
• “Blow out” the ears: get air in your mouth, plug your nose with your fingers and breathe, as if pushing air into your ears. This method, also known as the Valsalva method, should be used very carefully; it is not recommended to resort to it in case of allergies and runny nose.

If the day after the flight congestion persists, it is worth to consult a doctor.

3. Fly with a stuffy nose

With a stuffy nose and so a considerable load on the ears increases and can lead to injuries. Of course, no one urges you to refuse to travel because of the common cold. In this case, it is worth taking with you the vasoconstrictor drops and dripping them before takeoff and landing.

But for diseases such as sinusitis and sinusitis fly absolutely not recommended. If there is no possibility to postpone the trip, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

4. Sit still

During the flight, blood circulation in the body slows down, and because of a sitting position, blood accumulates in the legs, which increases the risk of blood clots. To avoid this, follow a few simple rules:

• Get up and walk through the cabin.
• Choose comfortable clothes that do not hinder movement.
• Take off your shoes during the flight.
• In case of problems with blood circulation, take with you compression tights or socks.
• Do exercises from time to time. It will be enough just to raise and lower socks and heels.

5. Drink carbonated drinks

Another consequence of pressure drops is increased gas generation, which can cause a lot of discomfort. Carbonated beverages provoke it, including, so for the time of the flight it is better to refuse them, as well as from products that enhance flatulence (black bread, legumes, apples, etc.).

6. Sit on the back rows of the plane if you are swayed

Everyone knows the rule: if you are swayed in transport, you should not sit on the last rows. This rule applies to aircraft. Therefore, to avoid discomfort, it is better to choose places at the beginning of the cabin or near the wing. One day before the flight you should also take care of your diet, excluding from it fatty, fried and alcohol.

7. Abusing alcohol

There are several reasons for this. First, in the plane dry air, and alcohol increases dehydration. Secondly, alcohol impairs the blood oxygen saturation, which in conditions of low oxygen concentration inside the aircraft can lead to lethargy and drowsiness. There is also an opinion that during the flight people get drunk faster. So it is better to give up alcohol, or to give up altogether, or to reduce its use to a minimum, including before the flight.

8. Touch the objects around you unnecessarily

The plane is a true breeding ground for bacteria. For example, previous passengers could easily put clipped nails or a used diaper into the pocket in front of the chair. The same applies to the folding table. And taking into account the fact that full sanitary treatment of the cabin is carried out far not after each flight, all the dirt can migrate to your hands. So unnecessarily do not touch anything and take alcohol wipes with you.

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