Why Use Light Therapy? What is light therapy and why should you use it? We’ll answer those questions below and explain how light therapy treatments can improve your health and help you thrive. With so many other health modalities and therapies out there, it’s natural to be skeptical. In this article, we’ll also show that […]

The Science Behind Light Therapy What is light? Light is electromagnetic radiation, in the form of a wave. You can think of light as energy that travels through the air with a specific frequency, or wavelength. The shorter the wavelength, the more energy the wave contains; the longer the wavelength, the deeper the wave can

Circadian Rhythm and Light Therapy People are healthiest when our cells are in balance and our bodies are making and using energy efficiently. One important way to stay balanced and healthy is to follow your body’s circadian rhythms. Circadian rhythms are the body’s natural cycles, and they’re found in every living organism. [1] This article explains

Muscular Recovery and Red Light Therapy Mental acuity is about how well your brain responds to your environment in the moment. It’s a complex measure of brain performance that includes how you process information, recall memories, and respond to external stimuli.  What Is Mental Acuity? Mental acuity is a general term referring to a person’s

Benefits of Red Light Therapy and Skin Health Why is Skin Important for Overall Health? Skin is our largest organ, and it’s the first line of defense for our immune system. The skin also plays a central role in key bodily processes like blood circulation, hormone production, and temperature control. [1] Here’s a look at

i ATP Energy Production This article gives an overview of the cell, and cellular respiration. We’ll cover the central role of the mitochondria for adenosine triphosphate (ATP) energy production, and discuss the role light plays. We’re going under the microscope for a look at cellular function What is a Cell? Cells are the basic building

Muscular Recovery and Red Light Therapy What Does it Mean to Optimize Performance and Recovery? Optimizing performance and recovery means trying to maximize the effectiveness of your body’s natural healing processes, so you can stay in the best shape possible and enhance your workout or daily activities. It means giving your body the tools and

Improving Blood Flow with Light Therapy What is the Circulatory System and Why is it Important? Your circulatory system, or cardiovascular system, is an essential system that delivers oxygen and vital nutrients (like amino acids and electrolytes) across your body through the flow of blood. Your blood transports nutrients, oxygen, and hormones to every cell

Inflammation and Red Light Therapy What is Inflammation?  You probably know inflammation when you see it: part of your body gets redder, hotter, swollen, and often painful, in response to an injury or an infection. Inflammation isn’t just a symptom though, it’s a complex (and necessary) process that takes place in every living thing. You