But what if we told you it didnt have to be this way?
What Causes Dehydration on a Flight?
Its not just your effort to drink tons of water that plays a role in air travel dehydration.
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Thankfully, though, achieving maximum hydration in the air isnt impossible.
Similarly, Morgott debunks the popularized benefits of high pH water.
The impact on hydration from alkaline water is no different than that of spring water.
Prepare Ahead of Time
Ahead of your trip, prepwork matters.
Youll want to spend time before your flight hydrating as efficiently as possible.
Instead, consider asking for water in-flight or refilling your water bottle before boarding.
If youd rather have something with more flavor, consider an electrolyte-rich beverage like Gatorade or coconut water.
Eat High Water Content Foods
Besides drinking clean and safe H2O, eatingwater-rich foodscan help curb dehydration.
Use Saline Nasal Spray and Eye Drops
Have you ever experienced congestion and dry eyes while flying?
Dehydration doesnt just present as headaches and fatigue, it can also show up in our sinuses.
Morgott recommends that frequent flyers travel with saline nasal spray and eye drops to keep dryness at bay.
