Functional Medicine Chronobiology Protocol for Jet Lag & DNA Protection

Functional Medicine Chronobiology Protocol for Jet Lag and DNA Protection

Prepared by: Dr. Craig M. Binner, DC, DFMP

PART I: THE INVISIBLE ASSAULT (The Pathophysiology)

Radiation Storm: Cosmic radiation at 35,000ft creates Hydroxyl Radicals, causing DNA strand breaks and mitochondrial clogging.
Hypobaric Hypoxia & BDNF: Lower oxygen pressure drops BDNF (the “brain fertilizer”), causing cognitive decline and anaerobic waste.
Structural Hypoxia: “C-curve” slumping compresses the airway and Phrenic nerve, reducing lung capacity by up to 30%.
Tarmac Toxicity: Jet fuel VOCs tax the liver and breach the Blood-Brain Barrier (BBB) during taxiing.
The nT Magnetic Gap: Calibrating from Tampa (~45,000 nT) to Manila (~40,000 nT) is required to reset the cellular compass.
Hormonal Seesaw: Flipped Cortisol/Melatonin halts the Glymphatic system (the brain’s nightly waste-clearance).
The Age 35+ Factor: HCl production drops by 50%, leading to putrefaction, fermentation, and Candida overgrowth.

Category	Product	Purpose	Link
H2 System	Echo Go+ Flask / H2 Elite	For DNA protection.	Echo Go+
Light	Luminette 3	Flicker-Free clock reset glasses.	Luminette 3
Shielding	Faraday Bag	Protects nutrients from EMF.	Mission Darkness
Structure	BC Travel Neck Roll	Maintains cervical C-curve & airway.	BC Neck Roll
Sensory	Manta Mask/Earplugs	Total darkness/silence for Melatonin.	Manta Mask
Filtration	Epic Nano Pitcher	Removes destination tap water toxins.	Epic Nano
Fuel	EPIC / IQ Bars	High-protein/Low-sugar fuel.	EPIC Bars/IQ bars

The “Movement” Alert: Set a recurring chime every 60 minutes while awake to perform the Kinetic Reset.
The “Oxygen” Alert: Set a different chime every hour to perform the 5-minute Deep Breathing.
The “Destination Bedtime” Alert: Set a sleep chime for the exact time it is 10:00 PM in the destination you are travelling to. When this goes off, turn off all ringers, put on the eye mask, ear plugs and take your sleep stack.

8:00 AM (Breakfast): Ginkgo (120mg), Antiox-Oxivail (1 cap), Multi (2 caps), ADK (1 cap), Fish Oils (2g), Digestzymes (1-2 caps).
12:00 PM Digestzymes (1-2 caps).
Between lunch and dinner(Empty Stomach): NAC (600mg), Quinton Isotonic (1 vial).
Dinner- Digestzymes (1-2 caps).
8:00 PM (Bed): Magnesium (400mg), Ashwagandha (1 cap).

[ ] THE LIPID PAUSE: Stop all Fish Oil. Unincorporated fats are vulnerable to Radiolytic Oxidation.
[ ] H2 LOAD: 16oz of hydrogen water from the Echo Go+ every 3 hours.
[ ] FARADAY PREP: Move all capsules into the Faraday Bag.

Destination Time	Action Protocol	Supplements
6 AM – 10 AM	Light Anchor: Luminette (30 min). Stay Awake.	2 droppers Whole Licorice
12 PM – 6 PM	Metabolic Fuel: Eat EPIC or iQ Bar and chew well	1 Digestzymes + 1 H2 Elite
8 PM – 4 AM	The Dark Phase: Neck Roll, Mask, Earplugs. FAST.	3mg Melatonin + 1 Ashwagandha

Hourly 5-Minute Oxygenation & Kinetic Reset:

Mastication: Chew food 20–30 times to prevent putrefaction/Candida.
The Breathing Procedure (5 Mins): Perform 10 cycles of 4-7-8 Breathing. Inhale (4s), Hold (7s), Exhale (8s). The exhale must be forceful to create a “diaphragmatic vacuum” that pulls stagnant lymph upward.
Standing Extension: Galley area. Arms back, look at the ceiling. 3 reps for 20s.
Hip Flexor Stretch: Lunge stance. 2 reps per side for 20s.
Upper Body Rotations: Standing, elbows out. Rotate head/shoulders. 50 reps.
The Pump: 20 Calf Raises to move lymph. Be mindful of others’ space.

Please Read Before Implementing This Protocol

Educational Purpose Only: The information provided in this handout is for educational and informational purposes only. It is designed to explain the physiological factors of travel (Desynchronosis) and offer strategies often used in Functional Medicine to support the body’s natural rhythms. This content does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor does it establish a doctor-patient relationship for those who are not established patients of this practice.
Individual Variation & Bio-Individuality In Functional Medicine, we recognize that every individual is biochemically unique. A protocol that is beneficial for one person may be harmful to another due to genetic variations, medical history, or current medication use. You must assess your own health status and consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement, dietary change, or health protocol.
SPECIFIC CONTRAINDICATIONS (Red Flags) Please review the following specific warnings regarding the nutrients mentioned in this protocol. Do not use these specific strategies if the following apply to you:

Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza):
- WARNING: Licorice can raise blood pressure and lower potassium levels.
- DO NOT USE IF: You have a history of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Hypokalemia (low potassium), or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not combine with diuretics (water pills) or corticosteroids.
Magnesium & Hydrogen Therapy:
- WARNING: Magnesium is cleared through the kidneys.
- DO NOT USE IF: You have Kidney Disease (Renal Insufficiency) or are on dialysis without express permission from your nephrologist.
- Note: High doses of magnesium may cause loose stools; adjust dosage to bowel tolerance.
Melatonin:
- WARNING: Melatonin is a hormone.
- DO NOT USE IF: You have an active Autoimmune Disease (it may stimulate immune activity), Lymphoma/Leukemia, or are pregnant/nursing. Use caution if taking blood thinners or sedatives.
Fasting:
- WARNING: Changing meal timing affects blood sugar.
- DO NOT USE IF: You are a Type 1 Diabetic, an insulin-dependent Type 2 Diabetic, or have a history of disordered eating.

Emergency Notice If you experience any adverse reactions—including but not limited to heart palpitations, severe dizziness, swelling, or difficulty breathing—discontinue all supplements immediately and seek medical attention.