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BLUEWAVE Light Therapy

Light therapy, also known as phototherapy, is used to stimulate neurotransmitters in your brain by emitting light that mimics the natural light that comes from the sun. When this special light comes into contact with the receptors in the eyes, it resets the body's circadian clock and bodily rhythms, and it affects certain hormone levels. It also tells the body when to be preparing to sleep and when to be awake. BLUEWAVE therapy is a specific kind of light therapy.

  1. BLUEWAVE Light Therapy

    • Researchers at Harvard University have found that the specific wavelength of the color blue is the most efficient in helping reduce depression, fatigue, jet lag and the unexplained craving for carbohydrates by balancing out the body's rhythms and hormone levels. It helps rebalance the body and bring overall harmony within. Using just blue wavelengths supposedly helps cut down eye strain, glare and headaches that may occur during full-spectrum light therapy sessions.
      The Harvard researchers also discovered that BLUEWAVE light therapy stimulates the photoreceptors in the eyes faster than full-spectrum light therapy. This lowers the amount of time required for the therapy session to be effective, making it more energy efficient as well.

    BLUEWAVE Light Therapy Session

    • The BLUEWAVE light therapy unit should be placed 20 to 30 inches away from your face. A light therapy session can last as little as 15 minutes a day. You don't need to look directly at the light source for it to be effective but your eyes do need to be open. The specific wavelength that is emitted from the BLUEWAVE unit will stimulate the receptors in your eyes and send signals to your brain. You should start to feel more relaxed, yet alert, at the end of the session. This indicates that the therapy session is working properly and efficiently.

    BLUEWAVE Unit Information

    • The BLUEWAVE unit is made by Phillips, formerly Apollo Health. You do not need to go to a specialist to access the advantages of this device. BLUEWAVE units can be ordered online as well as from some specialty stores.

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