New Pill Could Cure Jet Lag
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Photos.com/Thinkstock(MONTREAL) — Ever wished there was a pill you could pop to avoid the dreaded jet lag when you’ve crossed at least three time zones?
Well, there is such a pill that was developed by scientists at McGill University and Douglas Mental Health University in Canada.
In essence, the new drug contains the steroid-based compound glucocorticoid, which affects white blood cells that manage our circadian rhythm or internal body clock.
The drug, which was tested on 16 people, resets the clock in people experiencing jet lag to reduce the fatigue that can last for hours or even days.
Although not yet commercially available, the new medication has other applications as well, including helping shift workers deal with potentially devastating schedule changes, which can be detrimental to long-term health.
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