Category: Travel > Jetlag
One unique and interesting fact about travel, especially during long-haul flights, is the phenomenon known as "jet lag." Jet lag occurs when a traveler crosses multiple time zones, disrupting their body's internal clock, or circadian rhythm. Interestingly, research has shown that the direction of travel can significantly influence the severity of jet lag. Travelers flying east tend to experience more severe symptoms than those flying west. This is because the body finds it easier to extend its internal clock (as needed when traveling west) than to shorten it (as required when traveling east). This fascinating aspect of travel underscores the complex interplay between our biology and the modern world, as well as the importance of planning rest and recovery when embarking on long journeys.