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Eastbound Jet Lag Protocol
An eastbound jet lag protocol advances circadian phase with pre-shift wake, morning destination light, and timed evening dim—eastward travel usually needs stricter cue stacking than westbound.
An eastbound jet lag protocol advances your circadian clock toward earlier local time—harder than westbound because you must wake and seek light before the body feels ready. Start shifting wake and light one to two days pre-flight when possible; on arrival, get outdoor morning brightness and delay naps.
Evening melatonin and dim light help only when timed to destination night, not origin time.
Common questions
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Why is eastbound jet lag harder than westbound?
Advancing the clock fights the natural tendency to delay sleep. Morning light and earlier wake at destination help; sleeping in late on arrival usually prolongs grogginess.
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