{"id":26387,"date":"2021-05-17T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.nystquexulva.site\/red-light-therapy-and-sleep\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T00:37:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T04:37:13","slug":"red-light-therapy-and-sleep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nystquexulva.site\/blog\/red-light-therapy-and-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Red Light Therapy Help You Sleep Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Red light therapy involves exposing the body to specific low-wavelength red light frequencies that stimulate cellular energy production and melatonin release, offering a science-backed way to improve sleep quality, reduce sleep inertia, and promote tissue repair. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We all know by now that blue light<\/a> from electronic devices isn’t good for sleep, but you may not have heard about the effects of red light on your ability to get quality shut-eye. Turns out, there\u2019s some evidence to suggest red light may be beneficial to sleep and overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As more people turn to non-medical treatments to help them sleep better, it\u2019s no surprise red light therapy is being looked at as a viable option. Here, we break down the science behind red light therapy and how it may improve sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is red light therapy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Red light therapy is a therapeutic technique that exposes a person to low wavelength red light.  This can be done with a lamp, device, or laser that emits a specific wavelength of red light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cRed light therapy is when a particular frequency of light is exposed to the eye or body,\u201d explains Michael J. Breus<\/a>, PhD, clinical psychologist and fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. \u201cThis is not<\/em> a red-tinted bulb with a full spectrum.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While conventional red lightbulbs may create a soothing ambiance, they don’t actually emit red lightwaves and therefore won\u2019t have the same impact on sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As it produces very low levels of heat, red light therapy will not harm or burn the skin. It’s a different type of light than what’s used in tanning beds and doesn’t contain UV rays so there’s no need to worry about skin damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topic<\/th>Key Details & Findings<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
What It Is<\/strong><\/td>Therapy using specific low-wavelength red light (not standard red-tinted bulbs) to stimulate cellular activity without UV rays or heat damage.<\/td><\/tr>
How It Works<\/strong><\/td>Strengthens the mitochondria (cell powerhouses) to boost cellular energy, repair tissue, and stimulate melatonin production.<\/td><\/tr>
Key Health Benefits<\/strong><\/td>Supports injury recovery, tissue repair, skin complexion, inflammation reduction, and pain relief.<\/td><\/tr>
Sleep Benefits<\/strong><\/td>Increases melatonin levels, improves overall sleep quality, and reduces sleep inertia<\/em> (morning grogginess).<\/td><\/tr>
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