Jet Lag No More: The Art of Adjusting to Time Zones

Traveling to other countries and crossing multiple time zones is an incredible experience, but it can also take a toll on your rest. Jet lag is one of the main enemies of sleep after a long trip and can affect your energy, concentration, and well-being for days.

The good news is that jet lag can be minimized if you know how to help your body adjust... and rest plays a key role.

 

What is jet lag and why does it affect your sleep?

Jet lag is a temporary sleep disorder that occurs when your internal biological clock (circadian rhythm) does not match the time zone of your destination. This happens especially on long flights to the east or west.

Your body continues to "think" that it is in its original time zone, which causes imbalances in:

• The moment when you start to feel sleepy
• The quality of nighttime rest
• Your energy levels throughout the day

Sleeping poorly for several days in a row not only affects the trip, but also physical and mental recovery upon returning home.

 

 

Common symptoms of jet lag

The symptoms of jet lag vary depending on the person and the number of time zones crossed, but the most common are:

• Difficulty falling asleep or waking up too early
• Feeling constantly tired during the day
• Lack of concentration and poor performance
• Irritability and mood swings
• Feeling like you haven't rested even though you've slept for hours

 

All these symptoms have one thing in common:poor-quality rest.

How to adjust to the time zone faster

Adjust your routine before traveling

If you can plan ahead, start adjusting your schedule a few days before your trip:

• Traveling east: go to bed and wake up a little earlier each day

• Traveling west: gradually delay your schedule

This small adjustment helps to greatly reduce the impact of jet lag.

Natural light and circadian rhythm

Sunlight is the most powerful regulator of your biological clock.

• Expose yourself to natural light in the morning at your destination.

• Avoid screens and bright lights at night

• Go for a walk outdoors whenever you can.

This naturally speeds up the adjustment to the new time zone.

Food and hydration

During and after the flight:

• Drink plenty of water.

• Avoid alcohol

• Cut down on caffeine, especially in the afternoon.

Good hydration and a light meal help the body rest better at night.

The key role of nighttime rest

Here's the point that is often overlooked:
it's not enough to sleep, you have to sleep well.

After a long trip, your body needs deep, restorative rest to readjust its internal rhythms. A suitable environment for rest—quiet, darkness, and a good mattress—can make the difference between dragging jet lag around for days or recovering much sooner.

Why a good mattress helps overcome jet lag

Sleeping on a mattress that doesn't adapt to your body worsens sleep quality, increases nighttime awakenings, and delays recovery after a trip.

One mattress for better sleep, such as the
👉 Morfeo Original Mattress,
is designed for:

• Keep your spine aligned

• Reduce pressure points

• Promote deep and continuous rest

• Help wake up with more energy

When your body truly rests, adjusting to the time zone is much faster.

Sleep better after traveling with Morfeo

At Morfeo, we believe that rest transforms how you feel every day. That's why we design mattresses that adapt to you, not the other way around.

If you find it difficult to get back to sleep after a long flight, improving your nighttime rest is the first step. The right mattress can help you:

• Sleep soundly from the very first night

• Reduce the feeling of accumulated fatigue

• Return to your routine with more energy and mental clarity

👉 Discover how to improve your rest with the Morfeo mattresses and turns every night into a true recovery.

 

Frequently asked questions about jet lag

How many days does jet lag last?

It usually lasts between 2 and 5 days, depending on the number of time zones crossed and the quality of rest during that period.

Does sleeping well help overcome jet lag?

Yes. Deep, continuous sleep accelerates circadian rhythm adaptation and reduces jet lag symptoms.

Does your mattress affect how quickly you recover from jet lag?

Absolutely. A mattress that promotes deep rest improves sleep quality and helps the body recover faster after traveling.

 

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Traveling changes your schedule. Sleeping well changes how you experience it.

Tomorrow begins tonight with Morpheus.