[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” pix_padding_top=”pix-top-no-padding” pix_padding_bottom=”pix-bottom-no-padding” gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D” el_class=”cont-overflow-none display-inline-block position-initial”][vc_column][vc_row_inner gradient_colors=”%5B%7B%7D%5D”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text el_class=”simple-text-bg-gray”]Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder that occurs in travelers who cross three time zones or more.<\/p>\n

It results in a slow adjustment of the biological clock to the time of destination. Consequently, daily rhythms and internal sleep and wake times are out of sync with the new environment.<\/p>\n

Melatonin secretion by the pineal gland is responsible for establishing the sleep-wake cycle. Its synthesis and release are stimulated by darkness and suppressed by light.<\/p>\n

Travelers traveling east have difficulty falling asleep at the right time at their destination and difficulty getting up in the morning.<\/p>\n

Travelers traveling west fall asleep very early and wake up very early.<\/p>\n

Crossing multiple time zones or traveling east generally increases the time required for adaptation.<\/p>\n

The older you are, the slower the recovery.<\/p>\n

People who suffer from jet lag may experience:<\/p>\n

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• Poor sleep, delayed bedtime (flying east), waking up too early (after flying west), split sleep<\/li>\n
• Poor physical and mental performance<\/li>\n
• Fatigue, headache, irritability, stress, poor concentration, depression<\/li>\n
• Gastrointestinal alterations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  \u00a0Prevention<\/h2>\n

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  • Exercise<\/li>\n
  • Eat healthy<\/li>\n
  • Rest<\/li>\n
  • Begin to reset your body clock by sleeping 1-2 hours later for a few days before travel if traveling west, or 1-2 hours earlier if traveling east. It can also be effective if mealtimes are changed to match those of the travel schedule<\/li>\n
  • Seek exposure to sunlight in the late evening if traveling west, and in the morning if traveling east<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    During the journey<\/h2>\n

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    • Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, and caffeine<\/li>\n
    • Drink plenty of water, stay hydrated<\/li>\n
    • Moving on the plane to promote physical and mental integrity, as well as protection against deep venous thrombosis<\/li>\n
    • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes<\/li>\n
    • Sleep, if possible, during long trips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Upon arrival at the destination<\/h2>\n

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      • Avoid situations that require critical decision making, such as meetings on the first day<\/li>\n
      • Adapt to local time as soon as possible<\/li>\n
      • People with diabetes must adjust their insulin regimen<\/li>\n
      • Optimize sun exposure once you arrive at your destination<\/li>\n
      • Eat at the appropriate time for the local time, drink plenty of water, avoid excess alcohol or caffeine<\/li>\n
      • Eat a balanced diet<\/li>\n
      • Take small naps (20 to 30 min) to increase energy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Other tips for the traveler<\/h2>\n

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        • Diet<\/li>\n
        • Techniques for water consumption and treatment<\/li>\n
        • Protection against mosquitoes and other insects<\/li>\n
        • Repellents<\/li>\n
        • Cruise travel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          At the Traveler’s Clinic<\/a> of the ABC Medical Center we can give you specialized care. Contact us![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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