Doctor reveals why you always eat more after a long flight – and it’s not your fault you want junk food

A DOCTOR has revealed several reasons why flyers crave junk food after a long haul flight.

Dr Natasha Fernando, Medical Director at Medichecks said the stress of flying and carb-heavy meals led to an increased hormonal imbalance which makes travellers snack more.

Getty - ContributorCarb heavy meals and sleep disturbances are the reason why we crave junk food after a long flight according to Dr Natasha Fernando[/caption]

She said: “Airplane meals are often high in carbohydrates and sugars...