I looked at the research on jet lag and methods to reduce its effects. Here's what I found:
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Circadian Rhythm: Our bodies follow a 24-hour cycle that affects sleep, digestion, and more. Disruptions lead to fatigue and other issues.
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Blue Light: Exposure to blue light at specific times can shift your circadian rhythm. It can either delay or advance your sleep cycle depending on timing.
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Travel Strategies: Adjust your sleep schedule according to the direction of travel—delay it for westward travel and advance it for eastward travel using controlled blue light exposure.
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Melatonin and Sleep: Supplements and strategic light exposure can help align your body to a new time zone.
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The Red-Eye Flight Conundrum: Careful management of sleep and light exposure can help minimize the impact of overnight flights.
For more details, you can read the full blog post : https://www.unaging.com/jetlag/
