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Light Therapy in Modern Times
Today, we have not only proven that sunlight helps the body to produce vitamin D and absorb calcium, but also that it regulates our body clock. This is responsible for body rhythms such as heart rate and blood pressure, sleep, mood, menstrual cycles and energy levels. Skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis benefit from sunlight, and it can prevent heart disease, lower cholesterol levels, build strong bones and teeth and defeat depression.
A variety of light therapies have been developed to harness the rays of light and colour to correct imbalances, improve health and restore vitality. Ultraviolet light therapy, coloured light therapy, photodynamic therapy, photo medicine and photomodulation are amongst those used to address physical, mental and emotional complaints.
Modern day uses of light therapy
- Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) – also known as the winter blues, cabin fever or mal-illumination syndrome – is a direct result of insufficient sunlight. Light therapy has been used for all kinds of non-seasonal depression and bipolar depression.
- Light therapy is a well known method of treating new-born babies with jaundice.
- It can stimulate increased circulation and collagen production in skin tissue.
- Since cellular growth depends upon gravity, NASA use light therapy on astronauts to counteract the weightless environment.