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Whether you are taking to the skies for business or pleasure, be prepared as you might suffer from “jet bloat,” the body’s increased volume of gas that occurs from airline travel – Seems your intestinal gases expand the higher you rise in altitude, which can lead to some uncomfortable bloating and pain. Chewing gum or sucking on candy to reduce the pressure in our ears while the plane is ascending can cause us to swallow even more air. Same for drinking caffeinated sodas — the more fizz, the more volume, experts say. The expansion of gases at high altitudes has been a topic addressed by the aeronautics industry for years. “Everybody has noticed this,” experts said.  “Even though they don’t serve an awful lot of food anymore on the planes, the bags of chips are inflated like a little pillow. It wasn’t a little pillow on the ground.”  The same thing happens in people. Most people carry about 400 milliliters of gas in their intestinal area, about the volume of a small cantaloupe, experts say. But people experiencing gassy problems may carry as much as a liter of gas. That volume at sea level can more than double at 30,000 feet. Fortunately for your neighbors, most of the resulting flatulence is odorless because it’s due to excessive air.

If you find yourself experiencing jet bloat and becoming gassier during airline travel, follow these guidelines for eating and drinking at the airport and while in flight:

• When scouring the food court, avoid anything that you’ve shown intolerance for on the ground. If milk intolerance is your downfall – avoid all dairy. Try to avoid foods that will probably make you gassy, such as fried foods, beans, bananas, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, or broccoli. If you get gassy, the volume will expand, even in the pressurized cabin as you reach flight altitudes – so there will be even more volume of gas, which can lead to discomfort from jet bloat.
• If you do eat gassy food, take over-the-counter Gas-X or CharcoCaps Homeopathic AntiGas Formula immediately, so you don’t inflate like a bag of pretzels as you reach cruising altitude. The AntiGas pills will stimulate the body’s defense system against the discomfort of intestinal gas.
• Drink beverages rich in electrolytes, such as tomato or fruit juices, which help with hydration. While water is also fine, avoid coffee, tea and sodas since they will dehydrate you, and the carbonation in the soda can cause gas issues. Since alcohol is also a dehydrator, hold off until you are on the ground at the hotel.
• Keep away from caffeinated drinks; instead, drink beverages rich in electrolytes, such as tomato or fruit juices.

The doctor says…

“Take bathroom breaks whenever the fasten-seat-belt sign goes off to keep blood and other body fluids circulating,” says Sandra Fryhofer, MD, a clinical associate professor of medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta. “Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and salt — all of which cause water retention — and drink at least 8 ounces of water for every hour in flight. Once on the ground, drink a cup of hot green tea and take 500 milligrams of vitamin B complex; both are natural diuretics.”

The trainer says…

“When you can’t get up and stretch, shift position in your seat at least every half hour — cross your legs, prop your feet on your carry-on, or lean forward and interlace your fingers in front of you,” says Keli Roberts, creator of the Time-Saver DVD workout series. “When you land, walk for 15 minutes at a comfortable pace to get blood moving in your lower limbs.”

The scientist says…

“The day before a flight involving a time difference of six hours or more, eat your meals and go to sleep three hours earlier than you normally would. This will lessen jet lag and its side effects, like bloating, by helping your body get into sync faster in the new time zone,” says Hava Siegelmann, PhD, director of the biocomputation laboratory at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Trying to acclimate before you leave can help you get better adjusted — and feel less bloated — when you land.

Article From: FitnessMagazine.Com, Charocaps.Com, and Newsguide.Us

I have a few friends who poke fun at my planned airplane outfits, but the laughing always halts when I’m the first one to be upgraded to first class. It’s very easy and completely possible to look presentably stylish and still be comfortable when traveling. Normally I wear something consisting of  black leggings or skinny jeans, a charming top, cashmere sweater to layer, riding boots (that easily zip to get on and off to get through security screenings), with one accessory to avoid complications when walking through metal detectors.

I always pack in my Mulberry carry on: a cashmere wrap just in case of chilly planes, an eye mask for peaceful naps,  English Vogue, Vanity Fair (I avoid trashy tabloids at all costs), a good book, my ipod with my “Airplane” playlist, a purchased water bottle after getting through security, and something healthy and organic to munch on since airplane food can be horrific (also to avoid The “Jet Bloat”). – THE WIFE

Images from Derek Blasberg’s Book “Classy”

To a fashion gal, the perfect travel adapter is an accessory as essential as the perfect black pump. After all, when abroad, whether at European shows, or exotic shoot locations, who are we without our iPhones, digital cameras, laptops, Treos, or straightening irons? And what are all these fabulous gadgets worth if they are not charged or at least plug-in-able?

The answer is a simple equation: no adapters = can’t call the office + can’t access Vogue.com + can’t write show reviews + can’t take pictures + bad hair day = fashion catastrophe.

So as you can see, to prevent such a catastrophe, it is very important to be prepared in the electronic-accessory department. But until now, it was impossible to do so fashionably. Therefore, imagine my delight when YSL showed us their new adapter and superstylish case while I was in Paris for the shows. Now I can’t imagine my life without one. – Vogue.Com

Yves Saint Laurent Travel Adapter, $450; available to pre-order now (but not in stores until July at select Yves Saint Laurent boutiques) 212 980-2970.

Every year, my best friend Clemmie and I take a trip somewhere in the world. Last year we went to Paris for Fashion Week and this Spring we decided to take a much need holiday in New York. I know the city like the back of my hand as I used to live in Tribeca. Below are a few of my favorite high lights from the trip. – THE WIFE

Clemmie in the Car, The drive from JFK our Hotel.

Clemmie poses before we head to dinner with friends at Sant Ambroeus.

Me in a Rodarte for Target Dress mixed with the  beautiful view from the room at the Cooper Square Hotel.

The gorgeous view from the Boom Boom Room at the Standard Hotel.

The Bar at the Boom Boom Room.

Clemmie and Friend Karim.

Clemmie and I strike a pose before heading off to Avenue for a little dance party.

We meet up with friends Tom and Kate at Avenue.

Mini Morning Photo Shoot before Lunch.

Lunch at Kelly and Pings in Soho.

Clemmie shops till she drops…

Lady in Red!

Ambiance at Gemma, Bowery Hotel.

Dinner with Friends: Clemmie, Tom, Me, Kate, and Salim.

Cocktails at Provocateur.

Salim, Tom and Joe.

Then Back to Avenue for another late night dance party.

Clemmie and I in a giggle fit.

Bluegrass Brunch at Nolita House.

On Saturdays and Sundays Nolita house has a live Bluegrass band that plays through the afternoon. The French toast was phenomenal!

Walking through the West Village on our way to Bagatelle.

Clemmie.

West Village townhouse stoops remind me of the Cosbey Show… Viva la Claire Huxtable!

Awesome wall

Jump!

Early bird gets the worm.

Taxi Ride to The Met.

My first time at the Opera… Soo exciting!

Stunning Chandeliers adorn the Theatre.

Tom and Kate .

Waiting for La Triviata to begin….

Filled with joy after seeing the most beautiful love story on stage, I LOVE The Opera!

Easter Brunch at  E.A.T Uptown. They make my all time favorite egg salad sandwich. Yummy!

An afternoon walk through Central Park.

Clemmie in her Spring floral dress.

Clemmie catches some rays.

Off to Broadway!

Sunday afternoon we went to see my darling friend Eddie Redmayne in a genuis preformance with Alfred Molina in the play “RED.”

Back stage in Eddie’s Dressing Room.

After the matinee preformance we all went to Sweetie Pie for sweet sugary treats.

My Ice Cream Sundae.

Eddie with a giagantic lolli.

Eddie and I in the window. I embarassed everyone by making us eat at the table in the gilded bird cage.

Clemmie, Tom and Kate walking to Cafe Habana for a little Cuban Food and grilled corn.

Us Girls walking through Nolita.

Clemmie being silly.

We discovered this very odd address… Very Alice in Wonderland.

Shopping on Bleeker Street.

Ahhhh… My very favorite Pizza in the world! Joe’s on Bleeker and 6th Ave.

We were blessed with Gorgeous weather, So to  Soho House we went for rooftop cocktails with friends David and Billy.

My friend Misha’s apartment was a playground for photo shoots… I loved this British Uniform complete with matching bear skin hat!

Dinner with all my Brit friends at The Village Tart Restaurant. In this photo: Natasha, Misha, Clementine and Tom.

My dear friend Kaylie, Being Eco friendly by riding her bike around the city instead of taking cabs! Gotta love it!

After dinner it was on to spin for little late night ping pong. The evening got very heated in a very intense ping pong match.  Clemmie and I verses Karim. We Lost… Sad face!

Karim and I warm up, With Tom and Kate at the table next to us.

Hit me with your best shot!

I pose with my Ping Ping Paddle.

Clemmie serves…

Karim’s Victory!

Tom’s Game Face!

THE END!