The body restores circadian alignment through entrainment, gradually resetting its internal clock in response to environmental cues. Light is the strongest signal, acting through the suprachiasmatic nucleus to shift sleep-wake timing, while consistent patterns of sleep, meals, activity, and social interaction help synchronize other daily rhythms. The speed of adjustment depends on how disrupted the cycle has become, such as after jet lag or shift work.
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