Light environment optimisation
For circadian biology and mental health
The experts we follow agree on this.
Optimising your light environment supports circadian rhythms, mitochondrial function, and overall well-being.
Who is behind it
Voices including a Princeton-trained molecular biology PhD, a GP with a Master of Public Health and a performance scientist with a psychology PhD.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“Our light environments are playing a critical role in shaping these disease outcomes... we can improve our health as individuals by optimizing our light environments.”
a Princeton-trained molecular biology PhD
Optimizing light environment supports natural melatonin production and protects retinal photoreceptors from damage caused by artificial light and excessive melatonin supplementation.
Optimizing light exposure, including reducing blue light at night and increasing morning sunlight, improves melatonin production and metabolic hormone regulation.
Light behavior drives sleep timing and quality of sleep by influencing melatonin production.
Indoor lighting is often unbalanced and harmful, which can negatively affect vision, energy, health, and sleep.
Proper light exposure supports the suprachiasmatic nucleus to maintain circadian rhythm and overall body balance.
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How this reading was made
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