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2 days ago
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What I'm packing for summer travel to beat jet lag, fix tummy problems and stay healthy
Got the travel bug this summer? Just make sure you don't pick up any other bugs when you hit the road. No matter where I go on vacation, I've always taken a fully-stocked mini medicine bag with the obvious essentials: painkillers, antacids, Band-aids, Lactaid and a little something for nausea. But that medicine bag has grown a bit in recent years — especially since I've become The Post's wellness editor. Now it includes a bunch of other things you might not think to pack, and they've made a massive difference in how I feel and function when I'm away from home. To fall asleep and beat jet lag I just got back from Hawaii, and between the 10.5-hour flight from New York and the 6-hour time difference, I knew the jet lag would be a beach — if you know what I mean. A big reason we sleep so poorly while traveling is that our circadian rhythms get messed up from time differences. Melatonin can help fix this. That's because your body naturally produces melatonin in response to darkness at night, getting you ready for sleep. It usually happens on a pretty regular schedule, so when it gets out of whack when you take red-eyes or switch time zones, you can nudge it in the right direction with a supplement. One of my favorites right now is Kourtney Kardashian's Lemme Sleep, a gummy with a yummy berry flavor that blends melatonin with L-theanine and magnesium — a key ingredient in the viral 'sleepy girl mocktail.' I also love the Make Time for Beauty Sleep gummy, which has that special trio of melatonin, magnesium, and L-theanine too — plus biotin for skin, hair and nail health. To stay hydrated I used to get super sick from heat exhaustion and dehydration, so years ago when I went to Cambodia, I knew I needed to figure out a way to not die in the 100-degree heat. At the time, Pedialyte was one of the only brands making travel-size electrolytes. Now there are a ton of great brands to choose from. I'm currently loving Thorne (I'm partial to the mango limeade in the variety pack), FlavCity (pineapple coconut is my fave) and Groove (strawberry kiwi for the win). I keep one in my purse so I can pour it into a water bottle if it's hot out, but they're also great for chugging after a night of cocktails so you wake up without a hangover. They key is to get those electrolytes in before you start feeling sick. To get my tummy straight Never had tummy problems while traveling? I don't believe you. Even if you're really good about not overeating — and knowing which countries where you can't drink the water — sometimes, things get stuck. Or let loose. Or whatever other euphemism you prefer. So here's a tip if you're constipated: Pack a fiber supplement. I've been using BelliWelli because they come in handy little travel-size packets in tasty flavors like watermelon and strawberry lemonade (and the branding's super cute). Don't go crazy, though — that new 'fibermaxxing' trend has some downsides, as we recently reported. To fight infections and stay healthy overall Travel really presents the perfect recipe for illness — you're probably not sleeping enough, you're eating new things, and you're exposed to lots of people carrying who knows what germs. Upping your vitamin intake before, during and after could help boost your immunity. Barrière makes these adorable vitamin patches, from vitamin D3 stickers that look like suns to vitamin B12 ones that look like rainbows, hearts and palm trees. I'm especially obsessed with the Travel Well patches, which have zinc and vitamin D3 — both essential for immune function — and elderberry, which may also support immune health. I also like MegaFood's burpless omega-3 pills, since fish oil is kind of a magic ingredient for everything from immunity to heart health to brain function. And this one's got none of those gross fishy burps. Finally, my least sexy recommendation — but something I absolutely can't live without: NeilMed's sinus rinse kit. If you've never done nasal irrigation before (like a NetiPot), it may take some getting used to. But when I'm using this nightly, I don't get colds. They just flush everything out. It's also good for allergies and flu and COVID symptom relief — just make sure you're following the directions so you don't get a brain-eating amoeba.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Supplements can reduce inflammation and boost longevity. Here's what one cardiologist takes to lower his risk of heart disease.
This post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter. You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here. Welcome back! Apparently, there's a hot new summer cocktail, and it's called the Hugo Spritz. Find out why everyone is jumping on this bubbly's bandwagon. On the agenda: Frequent-flying elites told BI their tips to overcome jet lag. Wall Street's biggest summer status symbol isn't a house in the Hamptons. It's a golf shirt. BI's Kim Schewitz took a class to boost her VO2 max — and finally made cardio fun. Avoid making these mistakes if you find yourself staying in a five-star hotel. But first: Let's talk about matters of the heart. If this was forwarded to you, sign up here. Download Business Insider's app here. This week's dispatch And the (heart)beat goes on… We know supplements can reduce inflammation, boost strength training, and strengthen your immune system. But did you also know that the right stack can also protect you from heart failure? Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, the director of the advanced heart failure program at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, told BI senior reporter Julia Pugachevsky that he takes three supplements to reduce his risk. Here's what's in his medicine cabinet: Omega-3: Yaranov said he takes this supplement because he's "not getting enough fresh, fatty fish in my diet." Pugachevsky notes that taking omega-3 "helps to support healthy blood cells, reducing the risk of blood clots" and can reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Magnesium: Pugachevsky said that this supplement, typically found in black beans and spinach, "supports heart, bone, brain, and muscle health" and helps with controlling blood pressure. Vitamin D: Yaranov said he spends "a long time indoors," which contributes to his lower levels of this essential vitamin, so he started supplementing it. Research shows that Vitamin D is also associated with a lower risk of heart disease in adults over the age of 60. Skip the jet lag Jet lag, which can cause brain fog, fatigue, and digestive issues, could derail your entire travel experience. It happens when your local time zone is misaligned with your internal clocks. People who fly regularly — from pro athletes to CEOs — told BI how they beat jet lag, including the supplements they take and the adjustments they make before traveling. From diet changes to light therapy. The ultimate finance bro flex In the realm of posh sports, not much ranks higher than golf, and its elitist nature often manifests in fashion. Donning a logoed golf polo from the course you play has become a subtle status symbol among Wall Street golf bros. Many men described the logoed gear to BI's Emily Stewart as a "head nod," but there's a hierarchy associated with it, too. Just don't get caught wearing a golf polo from a course you've never played. If you know, you know. Also read: Gen Z is storming the links A class dedicated to boosting your VO2 max VO2 max has become the latest fitness craze that measures cardiovascular fitness among runners, fitness competition bros, and more. People are obsessed with the metric because it's said to be a strong predictor of longevity. A high VO2 max is also linked to a longer life and a reduced risk of certain health conditions. So when London's GymBox came out with a new VO2:MAXED cardio class, BI's Kim Schewitz, who said she doesn't do cardio, tried it out. She found out her VO2 score was low. But it made cardio fun for her. Five-star faux pas BI's travel reporter Joey Hadden has stayed at 10 five-star hotels across the Americas and Europe. She shared six mistakes she's made during these swanky stays, so you won't have to. For instance, Hadden learned you should always pack a swimsuit, but you won't need to bring toiletries. Plus, turndown service is a must — you never know what treats you'll get. She recommends booking more than one night. What we're watching this weekend "Miley Cyrus: Something Beautiful": The chart-topping artist turned her 2025 album of the same name into a stunning visual companion that's now available on Disney+ and Hulu. "The Amateur": Now on Hulu, this thriller stars Rami Malek as a CIA decoder who is out for vengeance after the death of his wife. Rachel Brosnahan, Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Bernthal also star. "Billy Joel: And So It Goes": This two-part documentary on HBO Max looks at the legendary life and career of The Piano Man, Billy Joel. What to shop TV on wheels: This touchscreen on wheels is like a smart‑TV‑tablet hybrid that lets you stream or scroll wherever you roll it. Its portable convenience makes it a delightful, lifestyle‑first gadget that editor Sam Crozier loves for her small Brooklyn apartment. A shirt to do it all: Public Rec's Go‑To Polo is crafted with a cooling, stretchy cotton‑blend that is so comfortable our men's style editor, Amir Ismael, swears you can work out in it. Here's why we recommend it for your closet. A heated hand massager: Social media fiends, rock climbers, and desk jockeys with carpal tunnel all have one thing in common: they need a hand massage. This handy device isn't a cure-all, but its gentle heat and snug fit make it a great self-care accessory that senior associate editor Gabrielle Chase swears by. More of this week's top reads: A doctor who studies how a healthy gut can prevent colon cancer does three simple things to lower his risk. Interior designers share the nine trends they wish they saw more of in homes. Six purses to buy if you don't want to carry the same luxury bag everyone else has. I opened a mobile coffee bar for $10,000. My schedule is flexible and I can make thousands working 30-hour weeks. NFL quarterback Josh Allen says he's cutting out these two foods — and his diet is 'probably the best it's ever been.' I booked basic economy flights with Delta and Alaska Airlines. One was clearly better for coach passengers. A Microsoft engineer turned health tech CEO spends $24,000 a year on his health, including $15,000 on a solo Bali trip. I moved to Denver to be with my husband. We're still together, but I'm returning to New York City alone. Fitness Money Diaries: How a Microsoft engineer turned health tech CEO spends $24,000 a year on wellness. The BI Today team: Lisa Ryan, executive editor, in New York. Akin Oyedele, deputy editor, in New York. Grace Lett, editor, in New York. Amanda Yen, associate editor, in New York. Read the original article on Business Insider
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Supplements can reduce inflammation and boost longevity. Here's what one cardiologist takes to lower his risk of heart disease.
This post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter. You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here. Welcome back! Apparently, there's a hot new summer cocktail, and it's called the Hugo Spritz. Find out why everyone is jumping on this bubbly's bandwagon. On the agenda: Frequent-flying elites told BI their tips to overcome jet lag. Wall Street's biggest summer status symbol isn't a house in the Hamptons. It's a golf shirt. BI's Kim Schewitz took a class to boost her VO2 max — and finally made cardio fun. Avoid making these mistakes if you find yourself staying in a five-star hotel. But first: Let's talk about matters of the heart. If this was forwarded to you, sign up here. Download Business Insider's app here. This week's dispatch And the (heart)beat goes on… We know supplements can reduce inflammation, boost strength training, and strengthen your immune system. But did you also know that the right stack can also protect you from heart failure? Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, the director of the advanced heart failure program at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, told BI senior reporter Julia Pugachevsky that he takes three supplements to reduce his risk. Here's what's in his medicine cabinet: Omega-3: Yaranov said he takes this supplement because he's "not getting enough fresh, fatty fish in my diet." Pugachevsky notes that taking omega-3 "helps to support healthy blood cells, reducing the risk of blood clots" and can reduce the risk of strokes and heart attacks. Magnesium: Pugachevsky said that this supplement, typically found in black beans and spinach, "supports heart, bone, brain, and muscle health" and helps with controlling blood pressure. Vitamin D: Yaranov said he spends "a long time indoors," which contributes to his lower levels of this essential vitamin, so he started supplementing it. Research shows that Vitamin D is also associated with a lower risk of heart disease in adults over the age of 60. Skip the jet lag Jet lag, which can cause brain fog, fatigue, and digestive issues, could derail your entire travel experience. It happens when your local time zone is misaligned with your internal clocks. People who fly regularly — from pro athletes to CEOs — told BI how they beat jet lag, including the supplements they take and the adjustments they make before traveling. From diet changes to light therapy. The ultimate finance bro flex In the realm of posh sports, not much ranks higher than golf, and its elitist nature often manifests in fashion. Donning a logoed golf polo from the course you play has become a subtle status symbol among Wall Street golf bros. Many men described the logoed gear to BI's Emily Stewart as a "head nod," but there's a hierarchy associated with it, too. Just don't get caught wearing a golf polo from a course you've never played. If you know, you know. Also read: Gen Z is storming the links A class dedicated to boosting your VO2 max VO2 max has become the latest fitness craze that measures cardiovascular fitness among runners, fitness competition bros, and more. People are obsessed with the metric because it's said to be a strong predictor of longevity. A high VO2 max is also linked to a longer life and a reduced risk of certain health conditions. So when London's GymBox came out with a new VO2:MAXED cardio class, BI's Kim Schewitz, who said she doesn't do cardio, tried it out. She found out her VO2 score was low. But it made cardio fun for her. Five-star faux pas BI's travel reporter Joey Hadden has stayed at 10 five-star hotels across the Americas and Europe. She shared six mistakes she's made during these swanky stays, so you won't have to. For instance, Hadden learned you should always pack a swimsuit, but you won't need to bring toiletries. Plus, turndown service is a must — you never know what treats you'll get. She recommends booking more than one night. What we're watching this weekend "Miley Cyrus: Something Beautiful": The chart-topping artist turned her 2025 album of the same name into a stunning visual companion that's now available on Disney+ and Hulu. "The Amateur": Now on Hulu, this thriller stars Rami Malek as a CIA decoder who is out for vengeance after the death of his wife. Rachel Brosnahan, Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Bernthal also star. "Billy Joel: And So It Goes": This two-part documentary on HBO Max looks at the legendary life and career of The Piano Man, Billy Joel. What to shop TV on wheels: This touchscreen on wheels is like a smart‑TV‑tablet hybrid that lets you stream or scroll wherever you roll it. Its portable convenience makes it a delightful, lifestyle‑first gadget that editor Sam Crozier loves for her small Brooklyn apartment. A shirt to do it all: Public Rec's Go‑To Polo is crafted with a cooling, stretchy cotton‑blend that is so comfortable our men's style editor, Amir Ismael, swears you can work out in it. Here's why we recommend it for your closet. A heated hand massager: Social media fiends, rock climbers, and desk jockeys with carpal tunnel all have one thing in common: they need a hand massage. This handy device isn't a cure-all, but its gentle heat and snug fit make it a great self-care accessory that senior associate editor Gabrielle Chase swears by. More of this week's top reads: A doctor who studies how a healthy gut can prevent colon cancer does three simple things to lower his risk. Interior designers share the nine trends they wish they saw more of in homes. Six purses to buy if you don't want to carry the same luxury bag everyone else has. I opened a mobile coffee bar for $10,000. My schedule is flexible and I can make thousands working 30-hour weeks. NFL quarterback Josh Allen says he's cutting out these two foods — and his diet is 'probably the best it's ever been.' I booked basic economy flights with Delta and Alaska Airlines. One was clearly better for coach passengers. A Microsoft engineer turned health tech CEO spends $24,000 a year on his health, including $15,000 on a solo Bali trip. I moved to Denver to be with my husband. We're still together, but I'm returning to New York City alone. Fitness Money Diaries: How a Microsoft engineer turned health tech CEO spends $24,000 a year on wellness. The BI Today team: Lisa Ryan, executive editor, in New York. Akin Oyedele, deputy editor, in New York. Grace Lett, editor, in New York. Amanda Yen, associate editor, in New York. Read the original article on Business Insider
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4 days ago
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- Yahoo
How to beat jet lag: Tips from 4 high-flying elites who travel the world for work
Jet lag can derail your travel experience as your brain and body struggle to adjust to a new time zone. Strategies like supplements, caffeine, or naps can help, but don't fix the root cause of jet lag. To reduce brain fog and fatigue, realign your internal clocks with strategic light exposure. "Jet lag is no big deal," I thought to myself, booking a flight to Austria for my first-ever trip to Europe earlier this summer. I'll just chug some coffee and power through. Nearly a week after I've returned, my internal clock is still in shambles. My body's alarm rings at 5 a.m. and by 8:30 p.m. an irresistible urge to sleep kicks in. My usual "afternoon slump" at work now kicks in before lunch, and midday meetings feel like a fight for my life to stay awake. Don't make my mistake — jet lag can cause brain fog, excessive fatigue, moodiness, and digestive issues, which can prevent you from staying focused and making quick, clear decisions. But there's a better way to travel, according to people who do it constantly for work and still arrive ready to perform their best. To prepare for next time, I asked for advice from frequent fliers — from a pro athlete who competes across timezones to a CEO who takes meetings across the world. Here's what really works, according to science, and how you can get back to peak performance faster after a long flight. The entrepreneur behind a popular jet lag app says light is the best defense Mickey Beyer-Clausen, a 50-year-old Danish entrepreneur, is the co-founder and CEO of the Timeshifter app for reducing jet lag. Now based in New York, he all but grew up on a plane as his mom worked for Scandinavian Airlines. His subsequent career has forced him to grappled with the strain of crossing time zones. "I started traveling more and more and for business, and I'm not 20 anymore. I really struggle with jet lag," he told Business Insider. Jet lag happens when there's a disparity between your surrounding time zone and your internal clocks (yes, plural — research has found different systems and tissues keep time separately, with the brain as a sort of overseer). Working with the top researchers on circadian rhythms (the natural 24-hour cycles of the body), Beyer-Clausen found reducing jet lag is all about realigning the brain's master clock so it can "act as the conductor of the orchestra of all the clocks you have in the body." One of the biggest timing cues for your brain is light, which signals it's time to be alert, while seeing darkness tells the brain to wind down and get ready for rest. If Beyer-Clausen is traveling from New York to Copenhagen, six hours ahead, he'll prepare by seeing morning light earlier and earlier in the days before his flight. He also adjusts his nighttime routine to be earlier by avoiding light sooner — that includes no phone screens. He creates a dark room for sleep at 10 p.m. and then 9 p.m. compared to his usual bedtime of 11 p.m. An executive coach plans ahead to switch time zones before traveling Julian Hayes II, a 39-year-old executive coach based in Tennessee, who regularly travels internationally, and constantly works with frequent fliers. He has an involved routine of fasting on the plane and exercising on arrival to fend off jeg lag symptoms. But his biggest recommendation is to prevent jet lag in the first place by getting acclimated to a new time zone early. A few days before a flight, he shifts his sleeping schedule about 30 minutes at a time to more closely align to where he's traveling. A good rule is that it takes about one day per time zone you're crossing to get acclimated. A trip from New York to Europe, for instance, might take you about six days to recover from completely. A pro athlete swears by the 'NBA nap' and basic supplements For NBA star Kevin Love of the Miami Heat, travel is a constant part of his schedule, and his job depends on showing up physically and mentally dialed in. For instance, he might play a game in sunny, southern, East Coast Miami then fly two times zones over to Minnesota for a game a day later. A key part of his health routine is the "NBA nap," a quick snooze before a game to boost alertness. Love supercharges his nap by drinking an espresso just before dozing which, according to him, ensures that he wakes up fully energized after about 20 to 30 minutes. For peak performance, he follows up with a freezing shower, based on research that cold showers can boost alertness and mood. "I don't do it every day but I do ice-cold showers when I need to really wake up and get that, boom, dopamine hit," Love said. "My mind is working at a very high level as well as my body being just refreshed." While Love's coffee-sleep-icy shower strategy can help you feel better in the moment, they don't address the root cause of jet lag. The true star of Love's regimen is how he unwinds. He has magnesium and tart cherry juice, two natural ingredients that can improve sleep quality and recovery after exercise. Love also takes supplements with melatonin, a hormone that your body naturally produces to make you sleepy. Melatonin is the only supplement that helps the underlying problem of jet lag, Beyer-Clausen, the jet lag app founder, told me. That's because the body isn't sure when to produce the melatonin you need to fall asleep. If you're struggling to adapt to your new schedule and short on natural melatonin to get you to sleep, store bought is fine. Just be mindful the product you choose actually contains melatonin and in the right dose (experts typically recommend 1-3 mg). A private jet nutritionist eats low-carb breakfasts and low-fat dinners to curb fatigue Jenna Daou's job is all about helping elite jet setters minimize any disruption to their routines by providing custom-designed, nutritionally-balanced meals for travel. As a nutritionist for private jet company VistaJet, she's picked up a few pointers for healthy eating in the air. "Your digestive system and metabolism are linked to your internal clock, and when and what you eat can either help realign your circadian rhythm or throw it further off," Daou told BI. Eating for the local time zone can help mitigate symptoms of fatigue, she said. For instance, she aims for high-protein, low-carb breakfasts to promote stable blood sugar, and high-carb, low fat meals in the evening for good digestion, relaxation, and natural melatonin production. Daou said she keeps her meals light when she's flying, and sticks to her usual habits of getting plenty of protein and fresh fruit during the day, and winding down at night with a cup of herbal tea and a book. "Consistency is something I really value in my routine, it keeps me grounded, especially when I'm traveling," she said. "I do my best to recreate that same sense of calm and familiarity, even when I'm flying overnight." Read the original article on Business Insider
Irish Times
5 days ago
- General
- Irish Times
Brianna Parkins: People who get up early in the morning for no reason are a menace to society
I am deep in enemy territory. Surrounded by supporters of the very regime I've been railing against for years: the menace to society that is people who get up early in the morning for no good reason. When I first moved to Ireland I had jet lag. They say you need one day per timezone to get over it. I had just jumped nine. By day three I was so tired I could smell colours. My body was a cranky toddler that drifted off to sleep in the car and came to screaming in a pram being pushed around an Aldi . I fought off the desperate and dragging need to sleep, going to bed later in a bid to reset myself. But I shouldn't have bothered my hole. My circadian rhythm was way off . It didn't matter if I slept at 7pm or 1am, my eyes would spring open at 4am without fail, and I would be ready to greet the day in Dublin . Except my new city wasn't ready to greet me. READ MORE My plan was to pretend to be a morning person, get up, get a coffee and walk around the streets. Cafes open from around 6am in Sydney or even earlier. I'd just wait two hours and watch the sun rise, beverage in hand. Then I discovered the sun wouldn't show itself properly until 9am in winter and no cafe except the closest Starbucks would open until 7.30am (the Sydney equivalent of noon). So I waited, and as I made my way through the streets of Ringsend , which were empty enough to make me feel I'd survived an apocalypse, I felt profound joy. Finally I had found my people. I had found a culture that didn't compel people to leap out of bed predawn. I saw tradespeople going to work at 8am or sometimes 9am; in Australia the heat has most on site between 5am and 7am. My new boss told me to show up at 10am. Brunch – the meal that's meant to come between breakfast and lunch – was being offered at 2pm. All this would have been unthinkable just a short time and a long plane ride ago. Ireland does have a decent number of early risers who do so out of choice and not work requirements. The sea swimmers who like to slice through Dublin Bay while it looks like glass. Parents of small children who have too much inconvenient guilt about drugging them. Nuns. Runners. Busy mothers who just want 'one bloody hour of quiet to themselves before everybody wakes up, if that's not too much to ask'. [ Moving to another country is hard. You're not failing if you're not living up to a filtered social media standard Opens in new window ] But you don't catch them banging on about it. It's very much a case of 'your body, your choice'. They're happy in their way but they won't attempt to proselytise you. Sadly, my partner has farming child trauma and believes that if you get up at 8am a man in wellies will come stand by your bed and tut 'sure half the day is gone' at you in shame. But even he enjoys an occasional lie-in. A morning safe from being ripped from the warm blankets and the soft bed, where it is so, so cozy and you are so, so comfy. When I moved back to Australia I realised the false supremacy of morning people had taken my beloved country to new extremes. It's become an influencer trend after Covid to take photos at Bondi or any beach at sunrise, doing something that could easily be done at any point of the day – like running or walking. Or wearing tights. The problem with morning people is that they assign moral value to what happens to be their natural preference. Which you never catch night people doing, oddly. Depriving yourself of sleep is not labelled performative productiveness – 'it's a mindset for success'. The Puritans would have hated TikTok , but they would have loved the early morning propaganda being spread on it. Instead of leaving early mornings for the Protestants (like my dad), we have let them become the drag impersonation of work ethic. Getting up and journaling at 6am is seen as self-discipline, but writing things in a diary at 2am is a cry for help. Working into the night is bad time management even if those are your most productive and creative hours. But waking up four hours before you have to work to faff around is not. It's a marketing battle, and we are letting the morning people win. Just as I cannot be brilliant at breakfast, a person who wakes up at 5am every day will be no craic at midnight. But who would you rather have at your wedding?
