It’s also strategic to schedule daytime arrivals for that natural jolt of light and vitamin D. Light tells our bodies when to make melatonin at night and cortisol in the morning, and our other organs chime in with this schedule, so when light exposure takes a U-turn, confusion – and ...
The RISE app can tell you when to take melatonin supplements, when to go to bed to make the most of your body’s own melatonin production, and when to do 20+ sleep hygiene habits that can help you fall and stay asleep, both when adjusting to jet lag and every other night. Getting h...
Aim to stick to a regular sleep schedule, even in different time zones, by adjusting your bedtime gradually before you leave. Bring a sleep mask and earplugs to help block out light and noise in unfamiliar environments. If you’re crossing multiple time zones, consider using melatonin supplemen...
When night falls and there is less light input to the SCN, melatonin secretion increases. At dawn, the levels of melatonin produced by our bodies drop again and the body’s daytime circuits take over. I use melatonin in two different ways, both at 300mcg (not milligram) doses —waysmalle...
Does figuring out when and when you shouldn’t expose yourself to light, when and how much melatonin you should take, and if and when you should curb caffeine seem like a lot to keep track of? Easy, Massimino said. There's an app for that — and he helped build it. ...
Many people use melatonin, a hormone supplement, or other sleep aids like sleeping tablets. However, use caution while using sleeping drugs since they may raise the risk of blood clots and DVT when taken right before an aircraft trip at high altitudes. Before using any sleeping pills for flyi...
Short overnight flights, like flying Eastbound East Coast to Europe, can be frustrating. You leave at night (when it isn’t yet bed time at your local destination) and arrive in the morning and have a full day ahead of you, but to really take advantage of it you need ...
“Oh, honey, I know that you really want to use your big outside voice sweetheart, but it’s inside time. If you need to use an outside voice, you do need to go outside.” That’s a boundary. It’s clear. It’s developmentally informed, especially when it’s to a child. I’...
Night lights are fantastic for children who don’t like to sleep in total darkness. They provide a soft, warm light that actually helps enhance your body’s melatonin production at night. Pikachu’s natural coloring lends itself to this type of product, which is why this Pikachu nightlight ...
You can always take a sleep aid on a flight, especially if you’re a nervous flyer. Popular choices include melatonin and Zzzquil, however, those sleep aids may leave you a bit groggy when you wake up. Try something more natural like a magnesium supplement or reishi first, and see if th...