Man Utd's Japanese adventure Dec 17, 2008
And unlike the rest of us who are struggling to cope with the jet lag, United's players are being sympathetically eased into their visit. Training on the first evening lasted a mere 45 minutes (although it was enthusiastically monitored, like their every other move, by a swarm of locals) and the following day's breakfast was served at one in the afternoon. (BBC Sport)
Ferguson puts world title first Dec 16, 2008
" Ferguson's side won the tournament's forerunner, a one-off match between the champions of Europe and South America, with a 1-0 win over Brazil's Palmeiras in 1999. United were beaten 2-1 on aggregate by Argentine side Estudiantes in 1968 when the Intercontinental Cup was played over two legs. OVERWHELMING FAVOURITES They are overwhelming favourites to win the new-look FIFA competition with Mexico's Pachuca and surprise Libertadores Cup winner LDU of Ecuador meeting in Wednesday's first... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Panther Creek collecting coats for charity Dec 16, 2008
Maybe jet lag had something to do with it. "Kimberly Spano of North Mecklenburg, the other runner from North Carolina, finished 39th among the 40 runners.Jordan Hasay of Arroyo Grande, Calif., won the championship in 17:22."It was a great experience," Soo said. "Even if you don't finish as high as you would like, you have to remember that you are running against the best runners in the country. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bowl Preview I: You Might Be An Addict Dec 15, 2008
As in, Cal made a September trip across the country and, thanks as much to time zone changes and jet lag as anything, fell behind Maryland 21-3 and ended up narrowly losing. ( vomiting during that game became a viral, pun intended, hit on Youtube. (TheBootleg.com)
World traveler Dec 14, 2008
He is able to maintain this schedule because he is immune to jet lag, he and his wife have no children, and she is a saint. Stearns has been doing this kind of work since 1995, after hearing Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor urge federal judges to provide technical assistance to judicial reform efforts abroad. (Boston Globe)
News of the Weird Dec 14, 2008
(And last year, Argentinean researchers discovered that hamsters fed Viagra endured the rigors of jet lag about 50 percent better than hamsters fed a placebo. . (North County Times)
Experts back brain boosters for all Dec 13, 2008
They were asked about the following: Ritalin (also known as methylphenidate), a stimulant used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; modafinil (sold under the brand name Provigil), offered by doctors as a treatment for sleep disorders but also used "off-label" to fight fatigue and jet lag; and beta blockers, which are usually prescribed to treat irregular heartbeats but can reduce anxiety. Ritalin was the most popular. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Better Off Without Yahoo! Dec 12, 2008
it was a nasty case of jet lag that led to his stroke of genius. "I was a single guy in my early 30s. I would come back after three days in Korea and I didn't want to stay home," Bailey says. (Forbes -- Technology)
Too much light at night could raise cancer risk Dec 11, 2008
The book about the natural hormone called melatonin made at night in our brains to help us sleep, had people taking melatonin supplements in hopes of fighting jet lag, insomnia, aging, disease and even enhancing sex lives. Now Tulane doctors David Blask and Steven Hill have made major advancements in the study of melatonin. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Intrepid Clarke shoots for the top 50 and plots a course for Augusta Dec 9, 2008
He will be gone possibly before the full effects of his jet lag have passed, bound for the Western Cape of South Africa for their Open championship, as his journey to, hopefully, Augusta for the US Masters continues ... "But first things first, and Royal Sydney, where his expectations are high. "I want to get over my jet lag for a start, and then I'll hopefully get myself into contention," he said. "I believe the wind blows a little bit here, which is what I'm used to growing up in Ireland. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Circadian rhythms: Going back in time Dec 9, 2008
A new drug may prevent jet lag. THE curse of jet lag has struck most international travellers at one time or another and anyone lucky enough to have avoided it will surely have suffered the equally unpleasant sleep-deprivation involved in an early-morning start ... This is important, says Dr Rajaratnam s colleague Elizabeth Klerman, because we want to treat the underlying cause of jet lag or shift-work disorder: the misalignment of the inner circadian clock with the external environmental time. (The Economist)
Warbirds and wonderbirds Dec 7, 2008
Then walk through a scaled-down version of the Dreamliner's cabin: It has tons of headroom, room to store full-size, carry-on bags in the overhead bins, a ventilation system that helps passengers stay hydrated and prevent jet lag, and special lighting that simulates nighttime, complete with stars, or a bright blue daytime sky. One of the most thought-provoking interactive exhibits looks at how people board and disembark an airplane. (Boston Globe)
Tokyo Panty Perv Dec 7, 2008
I am newly returned from the Filmex festi val in Tokyo, where I crowded in as many movies as time and jet lag permitted. Most outrageous entry I saw has to be "Love Exposure," directed by Japan's Sion Sono. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fireworks, flair and a whole lot of fun at 'Beat Fest' Dec 6, 2008
About five minutes before he was due on stage, and beginning to suffer from jet lag, Steve Aoki was handed a bottle of exclusive Belvedere vodka by an event manager who had apparently trawled the entire city looking for it. Whether this was for his birthday, which happened to be the same evening, or was some sort of pre-show ritual, was never really clear. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
A New 'Time-Bending Drug' To Ease Jet Lag Dec 6, 2008
A New 'Time-Bending Drug' To Ease Jet Lag Submitted by on Sat, 12/06/2008 - 06:27. Researchers have found a new drug, which could ease jet lag and reset the body's natural sleep rhythms ... She added, This drug has the potential to improve the quality and quantity of sleep for patients with transient insomnia caused by jet lag. (TopNews)
Travel News: Great Places to Skate this Season Dec 6, 2008
An experimental drug, tasimelteon, has been successful in helping people reset their body clocks and beat jet lag, in clinical trials. The drug hasn't been federally approved yet, but you may find similar benefits in taking melatonin. (Time.com)
Friars clamp down on Brown Dec 5, 2008
However, the Friars shook off the jet lag and shot 51. 5 percent and were led again by Marshon Brooks, who scored 22 points. (Westerly Sun, RI)
PSU returns from road trip Dec 5, 2008
"We're all tired, we all have jet lag, but we know we need to practice hard, and show up for every game.". Previous article: Next article: More stories from The Daily Collegian Online. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Drug Effective for Temporary Sleep Disruptions Dec 4, 2008
Trials of tasimelteon show it could aid shift workers, people affected by jet lag ... TUESDAY, Dec. 2 (HealthDay News) -- The experimental drug tasimelteon helps treat temporary insomnia caused by jet lag or night shifts, according to the results of two new clinical trials. (MEDLINEplus)
England Set to Resume India Cricket Tour After Mumbai Terrorist Attacks Dec 4, 2008
Weve got to get over there, get over jet lag and get some practice in, Strauss said on the BBC. Thats a big challenge and we dont underestimate that challenge. But circumstances like this can bring teams pretty close together and we might surprise some people and play some good cricket. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Now, a drug to cure jet lag Dec 4, 2008
Sydney: Researchers in Australia have identified a new drug that could potentially ease jet lag and sleep disorders caused by working in shifts ... "This drug has the potential to improve the quality and quantity of sleep for patients with transient insomnia caused by jet lag," she added ... About two thirds of all international travelers who cross time zones experience jet lag symptoms, which include disruption of sleep, difficulty getting to and staying asleep, sleepiness during waking hours... (Sify.com, India)
Pop into Paris on a free stopover Dec 4, 2008
Beyond the physical punishment, two consecutive long-haul flights also worsen jet lag. Obviously, many of you would gladly sacrifice an extra travel day or two to break your trip at the connecting airport. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
New drug may help insomniacs Dec 4, 2008
Australian scientists have developed a new drug that could help air travellers beat severe jet lag and shift workers avoid insomnia ... The experimental drug, under development by a US pharmaceutical company, will benefit people affected by jet lag, shift work, or other situations that upset the body clock. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Beating the drag of jet lag Dec 3, 2008
New drug brings hope for jet lag sufferers - CNN.com ... New drug brings hope for jet lag sufferers ... New drug could reset body's natural rhythm to cure jet lag. (CNN -- International)
'Time-bending drug' for jet lag Dec 3, 2008
Time-bending drug' for jet lag ... A new cure for jet lag could be on the market in the next few years after trials show a pill can reset the body's natural sleep rhythms ... TOP TIPS FOR AVOIDING JET LAG Top up on sleep before you travel Shift your watch to your destination time zone as soon as you board the plane Avoid alcohol Spend plenty of time outdoors in the daylight. (BBC News -- Health)
New pill could make jet lag a thing of the past Dec 3, 2008
TRAVELLERS and shift workers could soon be able to pop a pill that adjusts their body clocks, allowing them to avoid jet lag and insomnia ... "This drug has the potential to improve the quality and quantity of sleep for patients with transient insomnia caused by jet lag," said Dr Shantha Rajaratnam, of Monash University's School of Psychology, Psychiatry and Psychological Medicine, who was one of the researchers. (The Age)
New drug may put jet lag to rest Dec 2, 2008
In a study of 450 people who were subjected to simulated jet lag in a sleep laboratory, a team from Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston found that the drug restored near normal sleep the first night it was used ... But the research "does not prove that it works for jet lag or shift workers," he added. (Los Angeles Times)
A battle of raptors Dec 2, 2008
But head coach Todd Lickliter isn't worried about jet lag affecting his young team. "I don't see it as a big issue," the second-year head coach said during a teleconference Monday. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Dec 2, 2008
A new cure for jet lag, which can reset the body's natural sleep rhythms, could be on the market within three years after tests proved successful. The death toll from Zimbabwe's cholera outbreak is approaching 500, as country descends into chaos. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
New drug hope for jet lag sufferers Dec 2, 2008
For long-haul travellers it is said to take a day to recover for every time zone crossed, but now a drug based on the hormone melatonin has been shown to be an effective treatment for jet lag ... The authors say: "Tasimelteon has the potential for the treatment of patients with transient insomnia associated with circadian rhythm sleep disorders, including people affected by jet lag.". (Independent)
Montgomery, UConn cruise Dec 1, 2008
Texas 77, Rice 56 - Justin Mason scored 14 points and the No. 6 Longhorns (5-1), who arrived in Austin Friday after playing in the Maui Invitational, shook off any jet lag with a win over the Owls (2-4), improving to 86-9 against foes from the Lone Star State in Rick Barnes's 11 seasons. Notre Dame 93, Furman 61 - Kyle McAlarney, who needed five stitches to his lip after getting elbowed, scored 32 points to lead the No. 8 Irish (5-1) to an easy win over the Paladins (1-4), their school-record... (Boston Globe)
McAlarney carries Irish without Harangody Dec 1, 2008
"We knew coming into this game that there was something to play for and that give us a little extra motivation,'' said McAlarney, who led the Irish with 32 points. "Coming off a great tournament in Maui, it's very easy to fall back into getting a little lax and using excuses like you're tired from jet lag and whatnot, but we knew that we had to play for something tonight. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
McAlarney's Hot Hand Continues Dec 1, 2008
You come back from the Hawaii trip, and its almost a give in that youre not supposed to play well, or youre supposed to have jet lag, and of course we have Harangody out, its an afternoon game, all of our students arent back. I thought we were pretty mature about handling our business. (IrishEyes.com)
The Definition of a Rout Dec 1, 2008
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Unfortunately for UNC Asheville, No. 1 North Carolina showed no signs of jet lag due to its flight home from Maui. The Tar Heels delivered a series of first-half runs that left the Bulldogs chasing their tails and collared with a 116-48 loss in a game that was over not long after it started. (InsideCarolina.com)
Mason leads No. 6 Texas over Rice Dec 1, 2008
AUSTIN, Texas -- Justin Mason scored 14 points and No. 6 Texas shook off any lingering jet lag from a holiday tournament in Hawaii with a 77-56 win over Rice on Sunday. Gary Johnson added 12 points and a team-high eight rebounds for the Longhorns (5-1), who arrived back in Austin on Friday after playing in the Maui Invitational. (KHOU.com, TX)
For a soldier life stands still; the world does not Nov 30, 2008
As their small gray van enters the long gravel road and parks, Neal s jet lag can be sensed as he recurrently yawns and intermittently nods in and out. Nevertheless this doesn t deter him from slowly pulling his bags from the vehicle and returning to the home he left so long ago. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Sabina, Scrabble, and Spinach Rice Nov 30, 2008
No jet lag, no unwinding. "Cooking is how I relax," she said, rejecting all suggestions to treat her to Seattle's best eating places, including Blue Ginger and others in Pike Place Market. (India Times, India)
No-tantrum girl! Nov 30, 2008
"That's when I started getting noticed by Western designers and magazines. Again, I was lucky there because they were doing an Indiainspired collection and I fit right in." But right now, her biggest challenge is to balance her hectic schedule, "Being a global model, I have to travel like crazy for the fashion weeks in New York, Milan and Paris. As I live in India, the travel is much longer. So, I frequently have jet lag, exhaustion, bad eating schedules... But these are just challenges," she... (India Times, India)
Melatonin May Treat Blinding Eye Disease Nov 24, 2008
Researchers lead by Dr. Ruth Rosenstein of The University of Buenos Aires and The National Research Council (CONICET) hypothesized that melatonin, which regulates sleep/wake cycles and reduces jet lag, may be able to prevent the ocular inflammation in uveitis. They found in an experimental model of uveitis that levels of two factors that contribute to inflammation, TNF. (Newsmax)
Affordable Places To Escape The Cold Nov 23, 2008
"If you're coming from the U.S., you don't have to pay very much to get there, and there's less jet lag, so you can really hit the ground running," he says. Better yet, both regions contain a plethora of lesser-known destinations where the U.S. dollar is especially strong. (Forbes)
Melatonin may save eyesight in inflammatory disease Nov 23, 2008
Researchers lead by Dr. Ruth Rosenstein of The University of Buenos Aires and The National Research Council (CONICET) hypothesized that melatonin, which regulates sleep/wake cycles and reduces jet lag, may be able to prevent the ocular inflammation in uveitis. They found in an experimental model of uveitis that levels of two factors that contribute to inflammation, TNF and NF B, were reduced with melatonin treatment. (EurekAlert!)
Pine tree extract may ease jet lag Nov 22, 2008
Related Stories: : Taking a pine bark extract for a few days before a long-haul flight may reduce the severity and duration of jet lag symptoms, new research shows. In the first part of the two-part study at G. DAnnunzio University in Pescara, Italy, the 32 patients who took the extract and completed the study scored 56 percent lower on a scale measuring jet lag symptoms like fatigue, grogginess, and insomnia 48 hours after their flight, compared to the 30 controls ... Obese kids have... (Indian Express)
Having a hard time getting to sleep? Nov 21, 2008
While he doesn t deal with all sleep disorders - conditions like insomnia and jet lag are pointless to have tested - he does delve into a wide range of maladies from restless leg syndrome to night tremors to apnea. Making people conscious of their unconscious state is a battle in itself, as Murphy mentioned some legislative being kicked around in several states regarding drowsy driving. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Argentina turns to emerging star Nov 20, 2008
96 meters, or 6-foot-5) is whether the adrenaline rush of playing for Argentina will be enough to overcome the accumulated fatigue and lingering jet lag of a breakthrough year, which earned him a trip to Shanghai for last week's elite Masters Cup and also earned him a marathon, 27-hour journey back to Argentina for one last challenge. Today in Sports. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Easily jet-lagged? Try taking pine tree extract Nov 18, 2008
NEW YORK - Taking a pine bark extract for a few days before a long-haul flight may reduce the severity and duration of jet lag symptoms, new research shows. In previous studies, the pine bark extract Pycnogenol reduced problems associated with air travel such as swelling and blood clotting, and also reduced symptoms of jet lag, although these studies weren't designed to specifically address jet lag, note Dr. Gianni Belcaro of G. D'Annunzio University in Pescara, Italy and colleagues ... For... (MSNBC -- Health)
Henry names team for Munster clash Nov 17, 2008
Muliaina had spent the week in Dublin juggling the demands of a test build up with jet lag and concern about his baby son, Max, who has a whole in his heart, and his wife Hayley. They watched the Croke Park test from Auckland's Ronald McDonald house because Max has twice weekly hospital visits, but they are fine. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Ratings gold! Nov 15, 2008
Plus you have to account for the jet lag from all the flying. Even the celtics didn t have it in em tonight, and they were at home. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Mile high all the way to Melbourne via Manama Nov 14, 2008
" Despite the jet lag that's bound to catch him somewhere, Jedinak is confident there's an age-old cure that could help him through the week. "If we can defeat Adelaide it will be terrific, and then if we can win against Bahrain I'll be feeling so great that I'll probably settle in and fall asleep straight away on the plane," he said. "Playing on the weekend before is not ideal, but everyone's in the same situation to some degree and you've just got to deal with it. Having last week off for me... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Jolie: Film helped getting pregnant Nov 14, 2008
Speaking about her recent attendance at an event which honoured Changeling director Clint Eastwood, Angelina told the Los Angeles Times newspaper: I woke up at three in the morning with four kids with jet lag and two babies. I put myself together for a few hours and go out. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Steelers Notebook: Offensive churn derails game plan (Today) Nov 14, 2008
Steelers Notebook: Offensive churn derails game plan. Search post-gazette NOW. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Angelina Jolie talks 'Changeling,' motherhood >> Nov 12, 2008
"I woke up at 3 in the morning with four kids with jet lag and two babies," said Jolie, 33. "I put myself together for a few hours and go out. And then I go home. This is my job.". (Los Angeles Times)
38th Chess Olympiad to open in Dresden Nov 12, 2008
American grandmaster Larry Christiansen said the "Americans are underrated in general compared to the Europeans. If they avoid jet lag, they can finish in the top five.". The Russian team is led by former world champion Kramnik and is the highest-rated team ever to participate in an Olympiad. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
BETTER LIFE: More news on keeping your heart healthy Nov 11, 2008
If you're planning on flying across many time zones this Memorial Day weekend, you might want to try fasting beforehand to head off jet lag, according to this Reuters. That recommendation comes from the coauthor of a new mouse in Science. (USA Today -- Money)
Baby your body clock Nov 9, 2008
But the goLITE BLU from Philips worked wonders in fending off jet lag ... The low-intensity blue light slowly alters your body's production of melatonin (the "nighttime" hormone), thereby reducing or eliminating the effects of jet lag. (Boston Globe)
Everest's siren calls through cold, fatigue, fear, discomfort Nov 9, 2008
Recovering from jet lag, our group spent a couple of days touring the Buddhist and Hindu shrines in Nepal's capital city and shopping for last-minute equipment. Finally we left in a tiny, dilapidated-looking plane for Lukla, a village a half hour away where all Everest expeditions begin. (Boston Globe)
Letters to the editor (11/7/08) Nov 8, 2008
However, if our Legislature would end the use of DST in Alaska during the upcoming session, I believe that Mr. Jones and I could both be happy, because we both could quit changing all our timekeeping devices twice each year and suffering state-sponsored jet lag each spring and fall. -- Lynn Willis. (Anchorage Daily News)
Anti-graft expert named as suspect in corruption case Nov 8, 2008
Romli, a law professor at Bandung's Padjajaran University, failed to appear at the AGO office for questioning on Thursday about the case, citing jet lag following his recent return from an anti-corruption seminar in Athens, Greece. The AGO has rescheduled his questioning for Nov. 10. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
The Bell Tolls: Plan accordingly Chicago, the Rex effect is back Nov 7, 2008
Not sure if that's a jet lag thing. But it won't help this weekend that quarterback is still on the shelf. (USA Today -- Sports)
Stenson sizzles for early lead at Shanghai golf Nov 6, 2008
"I guess it was a good solid round... unfortunately my putting stroke didn't feel as good as it's been feeling lately," he said, as he also complained of jet lag and general fatigue. Stenson though was all smiles, after his spectacular day that started with a bogey, then ignited with an eagle on the second and three consecutive birdies. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Pine bark extract reduces jet lag Nov 6, 2008
LONDON: Pycnogenol, a bark extract from the French maritime pine tree, reduces jet lag in passengers by nearly 50%, a study suggests. A recent two-part study, comprising a brain CT scan and a scoring system, showed Pycnogenol lowered symptoms of jet lag like fatigue, headaches, insomnia and brain oedema (swelling) in both healthy individuals and hypertensive patients ... Jet lag, also called desynchronosis, is a temporary disorder that causes a variety of temporary mental and physical... (Times of India)
Pine Bark Reduces Jet Lag Nov 6, 2008
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Welcome to the culture of cute Nov 3, 2008
But eventually I shake off my jet lag and make out finer details. That salaryman on the subway has a tiny Snoopy charm hanging from his cellphone. (Globe and Mail)
Frequent furry flyers Oct 29, 2008
Animals do have to deal with jet lag however because "they have a day/night rhythm like humans," Heitmann said. Horses ride standing up in boxes, while Zebras have special cages, the centre's director noted, and depending on their size are either loaded into the aircraft's belly or get an upgrade to the main deck. (iAfrica.com)
> Twenty tips to remember before boarding for overseas trip Oct 29, 2008
Talk to your travel health specialist about something for jet lag. The sooner you get on local time, the sooner you can enjoy your trip. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Betaseed starts rebuilding Oct 28, 2008
KWS representative Philip von dem Bussche, who said he was still suffering from a bit of jet lag after a 10-hour flight from Germany, praised the new project and the work of the Tangent plant. It s one of our most important world-wide operations, he said. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
