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Beat Jet Lag on Long-Haul Trips: A Simple Protocol

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Beat Jet Lag on Long-Haul Trips: A Simple Protocol

Light, caffeine, and sleep timing rules that actually help after eastbound and westbound flights.

Jet lag is mostly a light problem. Treat arrival-day sunlight like medicine.

Core rules

  • Shift bedtime 30–45 minutes for two nights before departure when you can.
  • On arrival, get outdoor light at the local morning if you need to advance your clock.
  • Keep caffeine earlier than local mid-afternoon.

Naps under 25 minutes save the day. Longer naps steal the night.

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