Why does Jet lag occur? - Luggage & Travel

Absolutely, afternoon sun can greatly benefit you if you are Jet lagged. Moreover, short naps and showers can also help you with treating and dealing with Jet lag.

For treating jet lag, it is suggested that a dose between 0.3 mg and 5 mg of melatonin be taken on the first day you travel at the time you will want to go to sleep at your destination. This may be continued at bedtime for a few days once you are at your destination.

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When traveling west, try to get at least an hour's worth of sunlight as soon as possible after reaching your destination.

Absolutely, if you are in good physical condition your physical stamina and condition will help you to cope better after you land.

Yes, people flying across few time zones may be able to adjust without noticeable effects of the time change. Those flying across many time zones will likely develop noticeable symptoms of jet lag.

In general, the body will adjust to the new time zone at the rate of one or two time zones per day.

The cause of jet lag is the inability of the body of a traveler to immediately adjust to the time in a different zone. This phenomenon can cause many side effects such as insomnia, fatigue and anxiety.

Jet lag can cause major symptoms are fatigue and insomnia although a jet lag sufferer may experience a number of physical and emotional symptoms including anxiety, constipation, diarrhea, confusion, dehydration, headache, irritability, nausea, sweating, coordination problems, dizziness, and even memory loss.