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Stay Healthy During Holiday Travel

Not only are we in the middle of the holiday season with Thanksgiving past and Christmas coming up fast, we’re also just beginning flu season. Added to this of course, is the fact that we are also approaching the busiest time of the year for air travel, and we are all aware how different the environment in the cabin when you are in the air. Medications work differently and you become quickly dehydrated, all while breathing in recycled air. Check out these tips for staying healthy while flying.

Don’t fly soon after surgery. If you have had surgery recently, check with your physician before flying, as the change in cabin pressure can impede the healing process.

Avoid flying while sick. While you can’t always help it and sometimes have no choice but to fly, do try to reschedule travel if you have a head cold, flu or sinus infection, since the changes in cabin pressure will make you feel worse. If you have to travel, carry decongestants or herbal remedies and coat your nasal area with petroleum jelly to avoid tenderness or cracking.

Travel insurance. Purchase travel insurance before you fly so you are prepared in the event of illness or accidents.

Stretch. Stretching keeps blood flowing and alleviates cramping and other aches and pains that come from sitting for too long at one time.

Load up on vitamins. There is no such thing as fresh air during flights and the confined space and recycled air can leave you susceptible to air-borne infections and germs. Make sure you take your vitamins before you fly. You may want to even consider taking one of the vitamin boosting herbal remedies that are available on the market today. It’s also not unreasonable to consider taking a germ killing face gator to breathe into, especially if your immune system has been weakened recently by a flu or virus.

Feature Friday: GermBana Natural Germ Killing Face Gator

With the school year just about to begin, it is time to begin thinking about protecting yourself when the weather starts to turn cool. For this, we suggest the GermBana Gator. Perfect for keeping warm and guarding against germs while traveling to and from school and making those treks across campus in the cold. This face gator is also ideal for cold days sitting out at sporting events!

The nose and mouth guard is extremely breathable, guaranteeing comfort in and out of doors, yet kills bacteria on contact so you won’t have to worry about getting sick.

• Antibacterial
• All natural – no harsh chemicals!
• Hypoallergenic
• Kills MRSA bacteria
• Moisture wicking
• Sizes: one size fits all & small
• Colors: black & khaki
• Washable & reusable

Most common uses:

• Schools
• Sporting events
• Air travel
• Public transportation
• Hospitals/Doctors offices

Visit TamperSeal.com to read product reviews or order a GermBana Face Gator for yourself!

Reducing Jet Lag

If you’re at all like me, you love to travel, but hate the actual process of traveling. Short flights back to visit family out of state aren’t bad, but the longer cross-country or even out of country flights are painful. Not only do you have to cope with sitting for long periods in a cramped seat, you also have the added stress of coping with jet lag. There are, however, steps you can take to ease the transition and have more energy during your trip.

1. Change your watch to reflect your new time zone as soon as you leave your house.
2. Modify your behavior to your new time zone during flight. If it is nighttime at your destination, try to sleep on the plane; if it is daytime, try to stay awake.
3. Consider taking supplements. Consider taking an all natural supplement like No Jet Lag in order to reduce the symptoms of jet lag as you cross time zones.
4. Avoid naps when you reach your destination. Keep moving and try to get outdoors for fresh air and natural light if at all possible.
5. Go to bed at the same hour you would go to bed if you were at home. It may be necessary to take sleeping medication in order to help yourself to sleep.
6. Eat meals at the same hour you would if you were home.

Tips to Fight Off Jet Lag

Many of us have taken flights through multiple time zones and have been faced with the inevitability of jet lag. Jet lag can take a serious toll on your body and how much you enjoy your trip before you have to return and start the adjustment process all over again. Thanks to MSN, we are able to offer you a few tips to alleviate the pain of jet lag during your travels this summer.

Before flying. Make sure you exercise, get plenty of rest, and stay hydrated. Also make a point of staying sober, as few things are worse than having a hangover during a lengthy flight. Try to adjust your habits to the new time zone before you leave, staying up later or getting up earlier, if possible.

During flight. Do your best to stay hydrated while flying and avoid drinking alcoholic beverages. Get up from your seat regularly and stretch. Also, try doing some exercises in your seat, such as toe raises or stomach crunches. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing and have a blanket and pillow.

Medications and vitamins. Some travelers find that sleeping pills help them to rest on planes although others say the medication only leaves them feeling groggy. You might also consider a product specifically geared toward decreasing jet lag, such as Jet Zone Jet Lag Management.

Diet. Try to consume foods that are easy to digest, such as those that are heavy in fiber but not overly rich. Caffeine is useful as long as you don’t go overboard. Keep in mind that it can dehydrate you, which could work against you in the long run.

To order Jet Zone Jet Lag Management and other travel health products, visit TamperSeal.com.

Enjoy a Peaceful and Restful Flight with RelaxZen Night Flight

If you have a fear of flying or are going on an overseas flight and you would prefer to just sleep through it, try RelaxZen Night Flight.  RelaxZen provides an instant calm to ease your anxiety before you board your flight.  RelaxZen Night Flight is a relaxation beverage that also promotes sleep with an added ingredient of Melatonin.  It also has 0 calories.  This calming formula gives you a tranquil feeling so that you can enjoy a peaceful sleep during your flight and arrive at your destination feeling refreshed and ready for your day ahead.  RelaxZen Night Flight is a relaxation blend of passionflower, chamomile, acai berry, and other healthy amino acids and herbs.  RelaxZen is deliciously flavored "Sky Berry".  So if you want to enjoy a peaceful and restful flight, try RelaxZen Night Flight!

Written By Guest Author, EE

Experience a Calm & Relaxing Flight with RelaxZen Day Flight!

 If you are a bundle of nerves before a flight, ease your mind and body with RelaxZen Day Flight.  RelaxZen provides an instant calm to ease your anxiety before you board your flight.  RelaxZen Day Flight is a non-drowsy relaxation beverage with 0 calories.  This calming formula gives you a peaceful feeling so that you can enjoy your flight and arrive at your destination feeling refreshed.  RelaxZen Day Flight is a relaxation blend of passionflower, chamomile, acai berry, and other healthy amino acids and herbs. RelaxZen is deliciously flavored "Sky Berry".  So if you want to experience a calm and relaxing flight, try RelaxZen Day Flight!

 

Written By Guest Author, EE

Daydream Aloe Vera Sleeping Masks

 

Take a tiny piece of R&R wherever you go with this plush Daydream Sleeping Beauty Mask with Aloe Gel Pack

 

Darkness helps the production of the hormone Melatonin that the human body requires for sufficient darkness. Besides the ability to support sleep, your hormones also strengthens the immune system and reduces the risk of diseases. You can also use the Daydream Sleeping Mask as a cooling mask which is ideal for cooling your eyes or relaxing from a headache.

• Cool pack included
• Light protection for the nose area
• Contains 5 different fabric layers to achieve darkness
• Two adjustable stretch straps
• Fits every head shape and hairstyle
• Machine wash in cold water
• Material: Polyester/Cotton
• Spoil yourself with this couture Aloe Vera sleeping mask.
• Item # DD-V-6001

See all our eye masks at TamperSeal.com.



Kick Back with a Folding Footrest

So I took a personal comfort challenge last week. I decided to see how much the quality of my work and general satisfaction with life would improve if I used the Back Relax Folding Footrest everywhere I sat. You should probably know that I'm a shorter woman (about 5 feet) and I do suffer from an achy lower back.

Since the folding footrest is doctor recommended for people with lower back pain I figured this would be the best choice for the challenge. The actual footrest lifts your feet 4" off the ground and is very lightweight (weighing less than a pound). I liked the fact that it folded flat but was rather skeptical at  the fact that it was just a flat surface, not something angled that I could brace my feet against.

The skepticism melted away the first day I tried it. The small platform kept me from wheeling away from my desk, and actually helped my shoulders relax of all places! I worked faster and went home that day thinking about going out to dinner with friends rather than settling down al fresco with my heating pad.

In the restaurant I had a little bit of trouble. The high top was just a little too high to benefit from the foot rest, and a booth was too close to my friends feet in order to fully enjoy it, so I just folded up the footrest and slid it into my purse.

The rest of the week flew by. I used it while watching television on the couch, and even used it while on my computer at home.

Results? Yes, I would definitely buy this again, and I would also recommend this to a friend or colleague who suffers from discomfort while sitting.

Tamperseal Solution: Hand Wash Sheets

Held up in an airport for a long time and you need to refresh yourself?

Try a Hand Wash Sheet.

They are individual sheets that you just add water to. There are 50 sheets to a plastic dispensing case that is TSA Carry-On Compliant.  Great for camping or backpacking too.  This little plastic contraption carries body wash sheets, shampoo sheets, conditioner sheets, and even shaving sheets.

 

Travel Health - Guarding yourself against the flu

There is no doubt about it. It's flu season.

Just like clockwork you start to hear more and more people calling in sick, coughing, sneezing. You can't escape it, so you might as well protect yourself against it (especially while you travel).

This travel flu protection kit includes products suggested by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reduce influenza virus transmission. When correctly used this personal protection equipment and proper hand hygiene reduces but does not eliminate the possibility of infection.

Contains:

• 3 cleansing Wipes
• 1 Face Mask
• 1 Hand Sanitizer Packet