Migraine Mystery Solved_

10/11/2020 Migraine Mystery Solved?
body to the sunlight we feel more relaxed, have stronger
immune system, and have lower blood cholesterol.
It was reported that the non-full-spectrum lighting, which
is often used in work places and our homes, has created
stressful amounts of hormones such as cortisol and ACTH.
On the other hand, the arti cial full spectrum lighting,
which imitates the natural light found in sunlight, can
signi cantly improve our mood and energy level.
Some experts, however, conclude that it is not the type of
light but rather its intensity which is more important as
the therapeutic value comes from the brightness of the
light. They seem to agree that the full spectrum light is
healthier but they suggest that at the same time any
bright light therapy helps to decrease the symptoms of
SAD, PMS, heart rhythm disorders, insomnia, or
bromyalgia, and help to cope with obesity through
elevating the serotonin levels.
Unfortunately, for therapeutic purposes we need very
bright light of at least 2,500 lux. The stronger the light the
better results can be achieved. That is why it is so
important to go for a walk and use bene ts of the natural
sunlight any time the weather is ne because in a full
daylight even without direct sun the strength of light is
10,00025,000 lux, while in direct sunlight it is
32,000130,000 lux! Even on a cloudy day we have about
1,000 lux of light available. Unfortunately, the arti cial
light we have at home or work is usually only between 50
to 150 lux.
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