The internet is flooded with cohesive and all-encompassing in-flight packing lists. However, there’s one crucial and highly important thing that’s constantly left out of any long-haul or packing list: FLIGHTFUD.

There’s one thing that frequent flyers and casual travelers have in common - our bodies are sure to be dehydrated in-flight.

And that’s a fact that contributes to a slew of problems from fatigue and jet lag to bloating and a suppressed immune system.

So without further ado, here’s why FLIGHTFŪD needs to be on your carry-on packing list. No exceptions.

Why FLIGHTFŪD Needs to Be On Your Carry-On Packing List

Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt exhausted after an hour-long flight.

Or if you’ve experienced extreme jetlag even though you’ve traveled from the West to the East Coast of the United States.

That’s because there are 6 health effects that no one is exempt from regardless of their airline status:

Impaired circulation
Fatigue and jetlag
Dehydration
Suppressed immune system
Exposure to cosmic radiation
Bloating

And while you might see a few products on a carry-on packing list to help combat one or two of these issues, FLIGHTFŪD’s Flight Elixer is an all-in-one product that addresses all 6 of these health effects.

Here’s why you’ll want to address these and what happens to your body if you don’t.

Why Improving Your Circulation In-Flight Matters

Let’s start with your circulation. Impaired circulation can lead to side effects such as swelling and blood clots.

While everyone’s body reacts to swelling differently, the loss of sleep or change in climate from flying will increase your chances of swelling in your face, fingers, and feet.

Even though compression socks are popular in-flight items, having FLIGHTFŪD’s Flight Elixir drink mix improves and aids your circulation from the inside by keeping you hydrated.

Other things you can do to improve your circulation in flight include avoiding salty foods, wearing loose-fitting clothing, stretching, and going for short walks in the cabin from time to time.

Avoiding Travel Fatigue and Jet Lag with FLIGHTFŪD

If you’ve ever hopped on a plane, chances are you’ve experienced fatigue and jet lag. Unfortunately, we’ve come to deal with fatigue and jet lag as a natural part of travel. But did you know that it also ages you faster?

According to scientists, certain genes are responsible for affecting the way we age. And the more frequently you travel by air, the faster you’re going to age.

Even though there aren’t any magical potions and lotions to combat that, addressing your body’s needs when you’re feeling fatigued and jet lag can help your body adjust its internal clock.

You can avoid travel fatigue by planning your schedule in advance so your body has a better chance at acclimating. You’ll also want to be conscious of the food and alcohol you’re consuming so that you can properly nourish and support your body on the road.

Why Staying Hydrated In-Flight and While Traveling is Key

Spoiler alert: cabin air is dryer than the Sahara desert. No joke.

Couple that fact with the infrequent tiny cups of water you get in-flight and your body is sure to be dehydrated.

This is why we tend to have dry, dull skin, chapped lips, peeling cuticles, and even nose bleeds after a long-haul flight.

Aside from those side effects, it’s no secret that dehydration can lead to headaches, digestive issues (such as bloating), and exhaustion.

Additionally, dehydration suppresses our immune system and makes us more susceptible to airborne viruses. And no one likes being on vacation with the flu or a terrible cold.

Why FLIGHTFŪD is Your In-Flight Must-Have Item

I could go on and on about all the side effects of enduring an hour-long or long-haul flight. But if we can all agree on one thing, no matter what the technicalities and science behind it says, it’s that we feel dreadful after a flight.

And if you’re as tired of feeling, well… tired after a flight as I am, then FLIGHTFŪD needs to be on your carry-on packing list.

Their Flight Elixir is no joke. FLIGHTFŪD is founded and created by a former flight attendant as well as fellow travel enthusiasts. It also happens to be a female-owned company, which Trusted Travel Girl is a huge supporter of.

After frequent flying and constantly feeling the side effects of air travel, one of FLIGHTFŪD’s founder, Kaeli Bauman, wanted a nutritional product that supported the demands of her job as a flight attendant.

This led to the creation of FLIGHTFŪD’s flagship product, the Flight Elixir.

The Flight Elixir is a drink mix that not only keeps you well-hydrated while you're up in the air, but it also tackles the 6 different health effects of air travel. It is specifically designed to address flight-specific health effects from boosting your immunity, improving your circulation, avoiding bloating, and combatting jet lag.

On top of that, FLIGHTFŪD’s Flight Elixir packaging is cute and efficient. It comes in a box that includes 8 individually packed sticks total. The logo and color scheme gives me a very nostalgic 60s and 70s travel feel, similar to that of PanAm or TWA. Plus, it tastes like strawberry lemonade so you won’t need a reminder to stay hydrated.

It’s also plant-based and made with whole foods so my health-conscious, vegetarian, and vegan travelers don’t have to miss out on taking care of their health while traveling.

How to Use FLIGHTFŪD’s Flight Elixir

To ensure that your body is well supported throughout your journey, you want to consider the length of your flight so you can order the right amount. Since each pack comes with 8 sticks, you’ll want to time the entire length of your flight and order accordingly.

For the best results, FLIGHTFŪD recommends drinking…

1 stick anytime before your flight
1 stick every 4 hours on your flight
1 stick a few hours before landing

Say, for example, you’re flying domestically from Los Angeles to New York. You’d ideally need 6 sticks roundtrip for the best results because you’ll…

Drink 1 stick before your departure
Drink 2 sticks while up in the air

And you’ll have the option to drink your additional stick once you land if you want to make sure your bases are covered.

Or if you’re traveling internationally from Los Angeles to Rome, you’d need about 8 sticks roundtrip as you’ll…

Drink 1 stick before your departure
Drink 3 to 4 sticks while up in the air

Why I’ll Always Pack FLIGHTFŪD’s Flight Elixir From Now On

I used to accept exhaustion, dull and dry skin, and bloating as a norm of my travel routine. I figured that after flying so frequently, it’s just something that I have to deal with in order to do what I love.

But after using FLIGHTFŪD’s products on my recent trips, I know that I don’t have to put my body through the wringer whenever I travel (no matter the distance).