Long flights disrupt more than sleep—your gut bacteria may also feel the time change, leading to fatigue and digestive issues.
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Three things to remember
- Travelers often face fatigue, sleep problems, and low energy after long flights.
- Time zone changes may also affect the trillions of bacteria in your gut.
- These symptoms may stem from more than just classic jet lag.
Source
This signal is based on Your gut can get jet lag too: How not to waste the first days of your vacation from Medical Xpress Sleep. Read the original report for full context.
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Health note: Based on expert commentary; specific effects on gut bacteria are not yet fully understood.