Ways to get more Natural Light!
Our bodies need visible light, ultraviolet light, and infrared light every day to keep our hormones, circadian rhythms, and health in balance.
A full spectrum light bulb may provide a good visible spectrum and a little infrared heat, but not the brightness that we need during the day.
A full spectrum light bulb will not provide ultraviolet light in any quantity nearly sufficient for human usage.
Here are some suggestions for getting better light:
In the Morning:
Good: Turn the lights on bright, use a SAD lamp, or stand in front of a red/infrared panel.
Better: Go for a walk (or drink your coffee outside) during the first ½ hour after sunrise.
Best: Expose as much skin as possible while outside, even in the colder months.
During the Day:
Good: Take “Sun Breaks” at work and go outside to get a short dose of natural light.
Better: Avoid sunscreen and get a moderate amount of sunshine on skin without burning.
Best: Ditch the sunglasses and let your eyes get sunlight as well.
In the Evening:
Good: Wear Blue-Blocking sunglasses and switch your lamp to a full spectrum light.
Better: Avoid eating 2-3 hours before bed.
Best: Dim all light sources, switch your screens to red-shift, and avoid screen time at night.
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