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jet lagThe effect of a sudden switch of time zones in air travel, resulting in tiredness and feeling ‘out of step’ with day and night. Using the hormone melatonin at the desired bedtime may help to lessen the effect of jet lag by resetting the body clock. See also circadian rhythm. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| And as people age, these clocks deteriorate so they are more prone to insomnia, leading to the problems experienced by jet-lagged travellers and shift workers. consultant Jason McGee, who travels about 120,000 miles a year, said he doesn't usually feel jet-lagged until after the third straight travel day. |
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