How Do You Benefit From Light Therapy?
Over the years numerous research studies have proven the health benefits of light, especially sunlight. Every year we learn about other illnesses that are helped, cured or prevented from light or sunlight. SAD OR SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER – Sunlight can greatly benefit those with winter blues, SAD or mild to severe depression. Light therapy with artificial light or real sunlight can give people the boost they need. If you live in an area that does not get enough sunlight in the winter, try using artificial light therapy. VITAMIN D – Sunlight interacts with a chemical in our bodies to create Vitamin D. Make sure that you receive 10-15 minutes of direct sunlight at least two times per week to get enough Vitamin D. MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS – Sunlight has now been proven to be helpful for people with multiple sclerosis. It is actually the Vitamin D that the sunlight brings out that is beneficial to those with the disease. LESS ILLNESSES – People with more (safe) sun exposure are generally heal
