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- Travel experts at Netflights have warned that the practice can be bad.
- It could increase jetlag symptoms as travelers do not get adequate rest.
- Not eating for hours could also cause ‘extreme fatigue and tiredness’
A new travel phenomenon has taken TikTok by storm: “rawdogging,” which involves not consuming any entertainment during a flight except for basic maps or data displayed on a seatback screen.
Taking it to the extreme, some also claim to give up food and drink for the entire trip.
Many videos show travelers with blank expressions as they stare into space, while superimposed captions boast about having completed the challenge.
However, a team of travel experts from the site Net flights They have now warned that the practice can have many negative impacts.
Take a flight to see some of the reasons why you shouldn’t try rawdogging on your next short or long haul flight.
Jetlag gets worse on vacation
A new travel phenomenon has taken TikTok by storm in the form of ‘rawdogging’, which means not consuming any kind of entertainment during a flight (stock i
Practicing rawdogging on a long-haul flight can be great for strengthening the mind, but experts say relaxation and sleep help manage jetlag.
Passengers may therefore “feel worse” after disembarking a flight if they have been sitting for hours forcing themselves to stay awake.
They add: “Relaxing and sleeping during a flight can allow your body to rest and recover, minimising the potential effects of jetlag.”
Increased fatigue
Passengers who are very ‘pure’ during their flight will have to say no to snacks and meals.
On long-haul flights, meals are included as part of the fare and are one of the benefits.
In addition to not making the most of your money, experts say that not eating can cause “extreme fatigue and tiredness.”
It is recommended that passengers eat meals or at least have a snack on long-haul flights so that “passengers feel energized when they reach their destination.”
Danger of dehydration
Passengers who choose to consume rawdog on flights tend to avoid drinking altogether.
However, travel professionals warn that “flying can dehydrate you, which can lead to headaches, dizziness and fatigue.”
Continuing the theme, they say: ‘With low oxygen pressure on flights and a change in humidity levels, more water evaporates from our skin and lungs when we fly, so it becomes increasingly important to stay hydrated and consume fluids when flying.’
Drinking alcohol during flights also contributes to symptoms of dehydration, which is why experts advise opting for soft drinks instead of alcoholic beverages when flying.
Increased stress
Rawdogging on a long-haul flight can be great for strengthening the mind, but experts say relaxation and sleep help manage jetlag (file image)
Some rawdoggers have said that doing nothing during their flight has benefited them because of the “dopamine detox.”
However, experts warn that “it actually has the opposite effect and risks increasing stress.”
To explain why doing nothing could increase stress levels, they say: “Passengers who choose to stare into space on a long-haul flight may experience increased stress because, with nothing to do, they might start to overthink and this could spiral out of control.”
Less pleasant flight experience
If you are going on vacation, why not relax instead of subjecting yourself to such a grueling practice?
Experts say that in-flight entertainment is meant to be enjoyed and is a great way to get into “vacation mode.”
They point out: ‘For most passengers going on holiday, enjoying the flight is the start of the holiday, so it is the perfect time to relax and enjoy the journey.
‘We encourage you to enjoy your flight and, for maximum happiness, explore the onboard entertainment or take part in activities that allow you to unwind and take a well-deserved break!’
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