Health Tip: Drink Responsibly
Provided you don't have a drinking problem, are of legal age, and are not pregnant, the U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these suggestions for drinking alcohol responsibly:
* Never drive a car if you've been drinking.
* Drink alcohol with food -- never on an empty stomach.
* Drink slowly and in moderation to avoid severe impairment.
* If you are taking any medications, don't drink alcohol without checking first with your doctor.
* Alcohol is not safe -- even in moderation -- if you have a history of alcohol abuse.
Health Tip: Ward Off Jet Lag
Jet lag occurs when the body has trouble adjusting to travel across time zones.
The American Academy of Family Physicians offers these recommendations to minimize symptoms:
* Get plenty of sleep before you leave.
* Avoid alcohol consumption right before, during, and right after your flight.
* Eat healthy, well-balanced meals and healthy portion sizes.
* Get plenty of exercise during your trip.
* If you take sleep medication, use it only for a few days.
* Follow the local schedule of your new time zone, not the old one.
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