The effects of flying on the human body & how to deal with them
Deborah Cicurel
08 March 2018
How flying affects the human body
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The effect: you’re more likely to catch a cold
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The solution: fight the germs
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The effect: your skin might react badly
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The solution: keep your skin hydrated
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The effect: you might not be able to taste much
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The solution: drink tomato juice
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The effect: there's a higher risk of blood clots
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The solution: keep your blood flowing
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The effect: you might feel anxious
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The solution: learn to cope with your anxiety
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The effect: you might feel bloated
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The solution: drink the right stuff
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The effect: you’ll feel sleepy
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The solution: stay hydrated
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The effect: you could get a headache
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The solution: come prepared
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The effect: you might experience bad breath
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The solution: arm yourself with remedies
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The effect: you might feel sick
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The solution: take precautions against nausea
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The effect: you might feel emotional
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The solution: keep hydrated
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The effect: your ears might hurt
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The solution: chew gum or sweets
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The effect: you might get constipated
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The solution: keep as active as possible
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