Are you experiencing any of these symptoms of sleep deprivation? Red Light Therapy can help!
Experience Restorative Sleep. Reset Your Circadian Rhythm with Red Light Therapy
Cognitive and Emotional Symptoms
- Difficulty concentrating or focusing
- Impaired memory and decision-making
- Slower problem-solving abilities
- Mood swings and irritability
- Increased stress or anxiety
- Depression or low motivation
Physical Symptoms
- Fatigue and low energy
- Frequent yawning
- Slowed reflexes and coordination
- Headaches or migraines
- Weakened immune function (e.g., frequent colds)
- Increased appetite and weight gain
Behavioral Symptoms
- Dozing off during activities (e.g., meetings, driving)
- Microsleeps (brief involuntary episodes of sleep)
- Reduced productivity or performance
- Increased clumsiness or accidents
Long-Term Effects
- High blood pressure
- Risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke
- Hormonal imbalances
- Chronic inflammation
Red and infrared (IR) light can help reset your circadian rhythm, the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle. These light wavelengths support your internal clock by signaling when to wake up and when to rest. They influence melatonin production, light sensitivity, and mitochondrial function to promote deeper sleep and better energy during the day. Here’s a clear explanation of how this works:
What Is the Circadian Rhythm?
The circadian rhythm is your body’s internal clock that runs on a 24-hour cycle. It regulates:
- Sleep and wakefulness
- Hormone production (especially melatonin and cortisol)
- Body temperature
- Digestion and metabolism
- Cellular repair and detoxification
The master clock is located in the brain’s suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), and it’s primarily regulated by light — especially light that enters the eyes.
How Red Light Therapy and Infrared Light Affect the Circadian Rhythm
1. Supports Morning Light Cues
• Natural sunrise contains red and near-infrared wavelengths, which tell your brain:
“It’s morning — time to wake up, energize, and stop producing melatonin.”
• Exposing your skin and eyes to red/IR light in the morning helps reset and align your internal clock.
2. Boosts Mitochondrial Function
• Red and infrared light stimulate your mitochondria to produce more ATP (cellular energy).
• It boosts alertness and energy during the day, reinforcing the natural rhythm between activity and rest.
3. Reduces Inflammation and Sleep Disruption
• Inflammation and oxidative stress can disrupt sleep patterns.
• Red and IR light reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and support deeper, more restful sleep.
4. Doesn’t Disrupt Melatonin at Night
• Unlike blue or white light, red and near-infrared light do not suppress melatonin, the hormone that makes you sleepy.
• This makes red light a great option for evening use to relax the body without interfering with your ability to fall asleep.
When and How to Use Red/IR Light for Circadian Support
Time of Day
Use
Why It Helps
Morning (within 30–60 minutes of waking)
5–15 minutes of red/IR light on face or body
Signals “wake-up” to the brain and resets your clock
Afternoon
Optional 5–10 min session
Supports energy and mitochondrial health
Evening (1–2 hours before bed)
Use dim red light instead of blue/white lights
Promotes relaxation and supports melatonin
Additional Benefits
• Better sleep onset and depth
• Improved mood and reduced brain fog
• Greater hormone balance
• Reduced jet lag or shift work fatigue
In Summary
Red and infrared light:
• Help the brain know when it’s morning by mimicking sunrise light
• Stimulate energy and alertness without the harmful effects of blue light
• Don’t interfere with melatonin, making them safe for evening use
• Reinforce your natural rhythm to improve sleep, energy, and mood.
Schedule a red light session Here at Shakti today and begin to reset your circadian rhythm.
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To see the incredible benefits of Red Light Therapy visit Dr. Paul Andersons YouTube page: The Incredible Impacts Of Red Light Therapy
