J is for Jet Lag

Desynchronosis is what is commonly known as jet lag. It happens as a result of traveling on a rapid long distance transmeridian or across the globe in an east to west or west to east travel. It causes a physiological condition which alters your body’s circadian rhythms. Your circadian rhythm is the bodily, behavioral, and psychological modifications in a 24 hour cycle. It has to do mostly with the body’s response to light and darkness in the environment. The chief biological clock within the brain control circadian rhythms. They are combinations of molecules working together in cells throughout the body. Circadian rhythms affect sleep-wake cycles, body temperature, the release of hormones and many additional functions that are important within the body.

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