Longer wavelengths pass through human body have systemic impact improves vision
11 hours ago
- #infrared light
- #mitochondrial function
- #visual health
- Long wavelength red light (830–860 nm) penetrates deeply through biological tissue, improving mitochondrial function and ATP production.
- Exposure to infrared wavelengths from sunlight, even when blocked from the eyes, significantly improves visual function 24 hours later.
- Clothing reduces but does not block the intensity of these wavelengths, allowing systemic effects.
- The study highlights the therapeutic potential of sunlight's longer wavelengths for improving mitochondrial function, countering age-related decline.
- LED lighting in modern environments lacks these beneficial longer wavelengths, potentially impacting public health negatively.
- The abscopal effect is noted, where localized light exposure can have systemic benefits, possibly mediated by cytokine signaling.
- The research underscores the importance of full-spectrum sunlight for health, contrasting with the restricted spectra of artificial LED lighting.