I. Food for thought
I often incorporate traditional Japanese foods, and found this to be interesting, food adventures in Japan.
I like to make miso soup and the dashi from raw ingredients, and tend to drink a lot of green tea especially if I can get my hands on some macha. But before my trip I will also be eating more of the Japanese foods in preparation for my time abroad.
It may sound weird but it is something that helps me get in the mindset of the language and embracing the culture in my own way.
II. How I avoid Jet lag and stress
It's a long journey that often has a lot of stress involved, but I avoid Jet-Lag the best I can by taking a few simple steps ahead of time.
The first thing I do is keep hydrated. I try my best especially the week of my flight. By hydrated I mean water, no sugary gatorade or pop. Water, and sometimes coconut water.
Another point is foods. I typically eat healthy. By this I mean I eat more whole foods, fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms, eggs, milk, honey, local meats and the like and also from my own garden.
I try and stick to this most of the time, but especially when it's time to fly- I especially avoid sugar, processed crap, and load up on the good foods.
Sleep is another key, just try your best to keep up with sleep. Your brain needs it.
Think healthy happy and encouraging thoughts. I try and think of my goals for where I am planning to go to and this helps me through the stress of flying.
OK so as a recap:
I often incorporate traditional Japanese foods, and found this to be interesting, food adventures in Japan.
I like to make miso soup and the dashi from raw ingredients, and tend to drink a lot of green tea especially if I can get my hands on some macha. But before my trip I will also be eating more of the Japanese foods in preparation for my time abroad.
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| Conveyor belt sushi or Kaitenzushi are a common sight. |
II. How I avoid Jet lag and stress
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| Daikon radish for sale in vending in Saitama |
It's a long journey that often has a lot of stress involved, but I avoid Jet-Lag the best I can by taking a few simple steps ahead of time.
The first thing I do is keep hydrated. I try my best especially the week of my flight. By hydrated I mean water, no sugary gatorade or pop. Water, and sometimes coconut water.
Another point is foods. I typically eat healthy. By this I mean I eat more whole foods, fresh fruits and vegetables from local farms, eggs, milk, honey, local meats and the like and also from my own garden.
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| Bikes are a common mode of transport for adults and young adults. |
I try and stick to this most of the time, but especially when it's time to fly- I especially avoid sugar, processed crap, and load up on the good foods.
Sleep is another key, just try your best to keep up with sleep. Your brain needs it.
Think healthy happy and encouraging thoughts. I try and think of my goals for where I am planning to go to and this helps me through the stress of flying.
OK so as a recap:
- Hydrate with water
- Eat local fresh good foods and avoid sugar and junk
- Sleep
- Be positive in your thinking
Sounds simple right! Give it a try, works for me.
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