Is it a bird, is it a plane? No, it's far more glamorous than that. It's jet-setting queen Victoria Beckham making her way around the world. The perpetually glammed-up mother of three, fashion designer and devoted wife has, according to British Paper The Daily Mail, flown more than 40,234km in just six weeks.
With her burgeoning business empire, Mrs B has been busy launching her fashion line in New York, standing by her husband's side in Milan and fulfilling her daughterly duties with a call in to the parents in London.
Needless to say there was no rolling out into arrivals sporting a tracksuit or bleary eyes. But the globetrotter looked even frailer then ever — something even the most well-planned outfit couldn't hide.
Weight loss can be just one of a number of health risks attributed to constant flying, according to experts.
Are you a bit of a jet setter? Read our fascinating facts about flying from the experts at Aviation Health:
- Contraceptive pills increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis. To minimise your risk always wear compression socks.
- The atmosphere which protects us from cosmic radiation is thinner at higher altitudes, leading to a potential rise in cancer risk. Eat antioxidant-packed food, and opt for a small glass of red wine onboard.
- There is 25 percent less oxygen on flights, which leads to a drop in concentration. Lack of oxygen can destroy brain cells so breathe deeply on your journey to maximise your intake.
- Breast implants can form air bubbles with disastrous results. The only way to avoid this is to opt for a quality surgeon who only uses high-quality implants.
Your say: What health blips have you experienced on flights?
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