Jet Lag

Definition

Jet lag refers to the fatigue and disorientation experienced by individuals after traveling across multiple time zones, disrupting their internal biological rhythms.

Related terms

Circadian Rhythms: These are 24-hour cycles that regulate our sleep-wake patterns and other bodily functions.

Melatonin:

A hormone released by the pineal gland in response to darkness, helping regulate sleep patterns.

Zeitgebers: Environmental cues (like light exposure) that help synchronize our internal biological clocks with the external world.