Why is red light therapy essential for your energy and well-being?
Light influences us far beyond the visual,
as we also absorb it through our skin cells, especially the light that penetrates deeper - such as red light and infrared. Countless studies show that red and near-infrared light stimulate mitochondria (our cellular power plants) to increase ATP production (our main cellular energy source). Here are some examples of this.
If you look at our food chain, it becomes clear that light is the primary source of energy for humans. In 1980, Dr. Paul Webb in the “American Journal of Clinical Nutrition” states that approximately 23% of human energy comes not from food but from light, refuting the popular calorie theory.
90% of the time indoors with only 0.3% light exposure.
Modern lighting technology and its costs have revolutionized the way we live. Statistics show that city dwellers spend 90% of their time indoors. Bright sunlight delivers over 100,000 lux, even a shady day under a blue sky still reaches 20,000 lux, and a cloudy midday at least 2,000 lux. The lighting in our living and working spaces, on the other hand, often only reaches 300 lux. With such low light exposure, it is not surprising that that we feel more energetic and happier on sunny beaches. Spending long periods of time indoors can increase the risk of chronic pain, fatigue, and skin and vision problems, especially for office workers and seniors.
The quality of the light is also crucial.
The comparison between indoor and outdoor lighting shows two key differences:
A significantly higher proportion of short-wave blue light indoors, known for the “blue light danger”. Long-term exposure to this wavelength can cause eye damage and, with evening exposure, suppress melatonin levels, leading to sleep problems. (For solutions, visit our selection of products with blue light filter glasses) The "nutritive part" of red light and near-infrared, which is essential for cellular energy, is almost completely missing from LED lighting. LEDs produce light from semiconductors, while natural sunlight consists of combustion radiation and provides a continuous full spectrum. Energy-efficient artificial lighting cannot replace natural light.
Solution for low energy, chronic pain and skin problems
through red light lamps Red light lamps, which offer red light between 630-670 nanometers and infrared between 810-880 nm, supplement the missing portion of the full light spectrum. Red light therapy, a form of photobiomodulation, has been proven to be an effective method for promoting overall well-being and treating various health problems. The wide range of possible applications, from improving athletic performance to skin rejuvenation, makes choosing the right device crucial. This blog post will help you choose a red light therapy device and explain the key factors.
Red Light (RED): Mainly absorbed by the skin, effective for skin treatments, collagen production and superficial healing processes.
Near-infrared light (NIR): Penetrates deeper into the body and positively affects muscles, joints and internal organs.
With our red light lamps you benefit from:
- Accelerated regeneration
- Improved athletic performance
- Optimized hormone production
- Increased collagen production for healthy skin
- Reduced inflammation
The benefits of red light therapy extend far beyond this and have a positive impact on:
- Your sleep and circadian rhythm
- The musculoskeletal system
- Mental and cognitive functions
- Eye health
- Your longevity
Biohacking for everyone
Biohacking allows everyone to improve their quality of life using cutting-edge technology. Many, from professional athletes to gyms to health clinics, already use red light therapy as an essential tool for improved well-being, better appearance and increased self-esteem.
A 20-minute daily session with a red light lamp can improve everyone's quality of life.
How do you choose the right red light device?
Consider the following guidelines to choose an effective red light bulb for your needs:
- Skin rejuvenation and acne treatment
- Wavelengths: 630-660 nm red light is common for skin problems as it promotes collagen production and reduces wrinkles.
- Performance: Moderate performance is sufficient as skin treatments do not require deep penetration.
- Device size: Handheld devices or small panels are sufficient for facial treatments.
- Muscle recovery and pain relief
- Wavelengths: Near infrared (810-880 nm) penetrates deeper and is effective for muscle recovery.
- Power: Higher power preferred for deeper penetration.
- Device Size: Larger panels or full-body devices for comprehensive treatments.
- Wavelengths: Combination of red (630-660 nm) and near infrared (810-880 nm).
- Performance: Depending on the tissue depth, moderate to high performance effective.
- Device size: Adjust to the size of the wound.
- Wavelengths: 630-670 nm promotes hair growth.
- Performance: Low to moderate performance for scalp treatments.
- Device size: Starter or Expert.
- General well-being and anti-inflammatory effect
- Wavelengths: Mixture of red (630-660 nm) and near-infrared (810-880 nm).
- Achievement: Various achievements depending on the goal.
- Device size: Full body panels or beds for comprehensive wellness
