New Delhi, Nov. 2 -- It's the season of the holiday rush, which means navigating through trolleys piled high and patiently waiting in serpentine security lines. Travel days are always chaotic, but they don't necessarily have to be punishing. Simple, repeatable rituals can change how you feel. If you struggle with pre-flight jitters, tummy trouble, or tight joints, Lounge spoke to fitness and nutrition experts for tips that will help you keep calm and carry on.

"I always tell my clients - treat a travel day like a mini detox, not a cheat day. What you eat before and during a flight can completely change how you feel when you land," says Sakshi Lalwani, nutritionist, lifestyle expert and founder of Sakshi Lalwani Diets & Dreams (SLDD).

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