Light is essential - we need it to live, and yet, many of us don’t get the amount of daylight we need to function well. Light deprivation typically indicates a situation in which a person is completely deprived of any daylight. However, while many in modern society do experience decreased exposure to daylight, it isn’t absolute - we call this relative daylight deprivation.
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You have likely heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, especially if you live in areas with decreased daylight hours during the fall and winter months. Even if you have heard about it, it can be confusing to know what’s true and what is simply an “I heard that it was …..” Here are some common SAD myths..
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Summer is when I thrive the most. Longer days and warmer weather means more time outside, more events happening in the city, and more time with friends. Summer is when I am happiest! So, it’s no surprise that when the seasons shift and the days get shorter and the skies get cloudy, my mood shifts too. It feels like I miss out on some of my favorite things! I booked an appointment with my doctor and found out that I was suffering from the Winter Blues...
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Anyone who pays attention to health news knows that exercise is everything - it keeps you lean, improves circulation, regulates your hormones, influences sleep. Over the years, our understanding of exactly how exercise is beneficial has evolved. New studies show the importance of light exposure (and what type of light) during exercise. Here are 5 ways that light can optimize or inhibit your workouts...
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The shifting weather patterns to a later and later spring and summer are sure to throw us off - especially when faced with Seasonal Affective Disorder. Try getting sun early in the morning when travelling, walking barefoot and visualization to reduce the affects.
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6 tips on overcoming seasonal affective disorder: take a hot bath with epsom salts, listen to uplifting radio in the morning, use light therapy, eat fermented foods, avoid energy boosting foods from another climate, and exercise!
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You finally have a stand-up desk. Now, consider light. That's right. Adding natural light can improve focus and increase energy. No windows? Try a HappyLight® lightbox.
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