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Red light revolution: should you be jumping on the red light therapy bandwagon?
Speak to any serious biohacker, and red light therapy is one of the top
Written by: Eleanor Hoath
Written on: October 29, 2023
Updated on: February 18, 2025
Written by: Eleanor Hoath | Written on: October 29, 2023 | Updated on: February 18, 2025
Quick Read
- Red light therapy (RLT) uses different wavelengths of light to stimulate cellular energy production and reduce inflammation.
- RLT offers various health benefits, including improved skin health, hair growth, cognitive function, and muscle recovery.
- Infrared saunas, utilizing mid- and far-infrared light, provide cardiovascular and detoxification benefits in addition to muscle recovery.
- When using RLT, it's important to be mindful of dosing and potential risks, such as over-exposure or heat from certain devices.
Contents
- 1. Origins
- 2. So what exactly is red light?
- 3. What does this mean for your health?
- 4. How do infrared saunas compare to other red light therapies?
- 5. Are there any other aspects of RLT you should be cautious about?
- 6. So how can you access the benefits of right light therapy?
