The body's internal master clock
What happens when the clock breaks
The mystery of the eastbound flight
The hidden costs of chronic jet lag
Outsmarting the lag
Which of these is a scientifically backed method to speed up adjustment to a new time zone?
What is the primary benefit of avoiding bright light in the local evening when trying to sleep earlier?
diego Time your light exposure and naps to discover how to reset your internal clock.
How are some modern commercial airlines using cabin lighting to help passengers adjust to new time zones?
diego Outsmarting Jet Lag
When across time zones you fly, your body clock starts to stray. Hundreds of genes then shift, affecting your health through the day!
diego Moving your bedtime 30 minutes earlier or later each day for a week before travel prepares your body.
What do modern personalized jet lag apps analyze to create a recovery schedule for travelers?
Which color wavelength of light is most effective at suppressing melatonin production?
Blue light power: Blue light is the most effective wavelength for suppressing melatonin and signaling to your brain that it is daytime.
When should you expose yourself to bright light to shift your body clock earlier after flying east?
A hormone secreted by the pineal gland that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. A 2002 Cochrane review verified its efficacy in helping long-haul travelers adjust to new time zones.