
A long flight can feel like the perfect opportunity to power through a backlog of emails or to finally finish a novel. However, this urge to be productive disappears for many of us and feelings of sluggishness begin to creep in.
We asked some experts to break down some key reasons why flying can leave us feeling so bloated and exhausted. They also share their top tips on how to prevent a mid-flight slump.
First, here is why flying can make us feel lethargic.





