How to get your beauty sleep while flying

Experts have given tips to help business travellers get some sleep while flying amidst murmuring passengers and noisy engines. Passengers cannot control the noise and temperature of a plane but can create a more comfortable environment to enable better sleep. suitable clothes. Too many people dress inappropriately for a flight," CNN quoted Sammy Margo, sleep expert at the Physiotherapy and Pilates Practice in London. He is of the view, "If you’re too warm and you can’t get cool, you’re not going to be able to get any rest." Watching a film or a TV programme is not a good idea. According to the expert: "Audio is a million times better than video. The blue lights of a TV can affect the quality of sleep."

Lean forward not back. Sleeping while sitting upright is a difficult task. The taller you are, the more difficult it is to stretch out and find the ideal position. Bobby Laurie, a flight attendant with a major US carrier, has another suggestion. "If for unforeseen circumstances you end up in the middle seat, it makes getting comfortable really difficult with your arms in an awkward position," he advises. "I’ve seen more and more people sleeping on the tray table. It keeps you in your own space and allows you to spread your arms out," he said.

Pack your creature comforts. Not every airline provides blankets and pillows passengers require to trick their bodies into believing its bedtime. Laurie suggests passengers bring their own. According to Margo, earplugs, eye masks and neck supports are also helpful tools. "You might nod off with your head crooked in one direction or the other and wake up with a sore neck, which isn’t good if you have an important business meeting later," he advises. Avoid the minibar – certain food and drinks can make nodding off even more difficult than normal. Keeping your body hydrated at all times during the flight will make it easier to sleep.

Plenty of fluid is often a great remedy but avoid the temptations of the mini-bar. There’s no harm in a glass of wine to relax you. But don’t go too crazy. You’ll end up dehydrated and that prevents deeper sleep. Choosing the right foods and when to eat them is important too. If possible, time your meals around your normal sleep pattern. Avoid sugary foods as they are a stimulant. Lastly, if all else fails try a sleeping aid.

Sleeping tablets for some people can be helpful. However, natural remedies like magnesium are also good. "If you’re not a habitual user then you’re going to be more sensitive, so be careful," Margo said.

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