Which of the following are listed effects of flying on the body?

• A. Motion sickness, DVT, and ear pressure pain
• B. Increased appetite and sleep
• C. Hair growth and improved eyesight
• D. Weight gain and reduced stamina

Answer: (A)

Flying can affect the body in a few key ways tied to movement, immobility, and changes in cabin pressure. Motion sickness happens when your inner ear senses motion differently from what your eyes see, which can cause dizziness, nausea, and discomfort during flight. Sitting for long periods can slow blood flow in the legs, increasing the risk of deep vein thrombosis, especially on very long flights or for travelers with risk factors. Ear pressure pain arises with changes in cabin pressure during takeoff and landing, as the Eustachian tube has to work to equalize pressure between the middle ear and the cabin; if it can’t equalize quickly, it causes fullness or pain.

The other options describe effects that aren’t typically associated with air travel. Increased appetite and sleep, hair growth and improved eyesight, or weight gain and reduced stamina aren’t recognized as standard, listed effects of flying.