6 best foods to fight jet lag & boost your energy

Written by: Ehsan Siddiqui Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

Feeling tired or out of sync after a flight?

Jet lag can drain your energy and disrupt your sleep, here are six excellent foods that can help your body recover faster and restore your energy levels.

Tart Cherries

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Watermelon

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Bananas

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Oats

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Cucumbers

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Eggs

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