Why is my stomach always messed up after a flight?

A lack of oxygen or the proverbial thin air, as is common at high altitudes or during flights, can trigger inflammation in the intestinal tract in people with a corresponding predisposition.



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A lack of oxygen or the proverbial thin air, as is common at high altitudes or during flights, can trigger inflammation in the intestinal tract in people with a corresponding predisposition.

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Equally important is to restore your gut to full function. “Go for a walk to kickstart the digestive system and drink plenty of fresh warm or room temperature water, Nishtha advises. Try and eat a big green salad or other vegetables and fruits to get fibre into your system and get the bowels moving again, she adds.

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It's possible that traveler's diarrhea may stem from the stress of traveling or a change in diet. But usually infectious agents — such as bacteria, viruses or parasites — are to blame. You typically develop traveler's diarrhea after ingesting food or water contaminated with organisms from feces.

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Jet belly: (noun) the bloated state in which your stomach inflates post-flight. Also, a very unpleasant feeling. May also make you look like you're 3 months pregnant. So how does one prevent this jet belly? Well, it all depends on what you eat on the plane.

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Most people improve within 1 to 2 days without treatment and recover completely within a week. However, you can have multiple episodes of traveler's diarrhea during one trip. The most common symptoms of traveler's diarrhea are: Suddenly passing three or more looser watery stools a day.

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“First of all, the stress associated with catching with your flight and getting to the hotel can make your symptoms worse. But also being away from your usual place of eating and going to the bathroom can disrupt the bowels.

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Sitting down in a tight seat for 13+ hours can sometimes lead to circulation issues, including swelling in the feet. According to The Healthy, the chance of your body forming blood clots increases when blood isn't moving correctly, such as when onboard a long-haul flight.

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Don't drink tap water.
  2. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth.
  3. Don't use ice made from tap water (though the government-issued ice is fine)
  4. Drink bottled water – carbonated is best.
  5. If you wish to drink tap water, you must boil it continuously for more than 5 minutes first.


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Yes, Bali belly happens. But NO it does not happen to everyone, and YES you can easily prevent it happening to you by preventing and being prepared to fight any indigestion/stomach issues that come up while traveling!

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Stick to a bland diet: Avoid food with spices and oil, dairy products, and alcohol, as well as limit both vegetable and fruit intake. Better grab some easily digested foods like soups and stews, potatoes, rice or bananas.

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Eat Light. Contrary to popular belief, flying on an empty stomach doesn't help you combat air sickness. In fact, an empty stomach actually exacerbates symptoms. Eat a light meal such as crackers, fruit, and other light snacks.

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On the morning of your flight, take a cup of hot water and some lemon and squeeze it in, she said. Celery, though not everyone's cup of tea, is the key ingredient. I know it looks so gross, celery, but believe me it is the best thing. I always mix it up with some cucumber and some lemon.

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