HOPEFUL jetsetters should follow this pre-flight "24-hour rule" before going on long haul flights. A woman has revealed that she always adheres to the advice to guarantee she has the ultimate flying experience. Abby Dunn, marketing manager at Ocean Florida, has picked up some tips after making 42 trips to Florida by plane, revealing her biggest piece of advice is to focus on hydration.
She told The Independent : "Try to follow the 24-hour rule – upping your water intake for 24 hours before and after your flight to prevent dehydration and water retention. "The best thing you can do to minimise bloating and ensure comfort is to hydrate yourself – not only before your flight but also once you make it to your hotel or holiday villa too." A cabin crew member who wanted to remain anonymous recently revealed the best ways to avoid bloating post-flight.
Read more Travel News She said: "Bloating is one of the most annoying things about flights - especially when travelling long-haul . "The combination of reduced air pressure, dehydration and sitting for long periods of time slows down your digestion and leads to a build-up of gas in your digestive tract. This is why you often feel bloated, gassy and nauseated while flying.
“For travellers who are trying to minimise post-flight bloat , I would suggest avoiding eating anything heavy, spicy or greasy before you fly. Instead, try to stick to foods that are easier to digest." She also blamed in-flight meals claiming that they have bee.