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LET THERE BE LIGHT

Light therapy works by simulating the sunlight with full-spectrum light that is missing during the darker winter months.

Catch Some Rays: Lightbox Benefits

Dr. Michele Burklund November 17, 2013

It's the middle of November which is the time when the body's Vitamin D stores begin to decrease and some people might even have Seasonal Affective Disorder symptoms.  

I'm a big fan of using light therapy in the fall and winter months to to lift my mood and increase my energy along with supplementing with Vitamin D3.

Light therapy works by simulating the sunlight with full-spectrum light that is missing during the darker winter months.  

The light encourages your brain to reduce the production of melatonin (the hormone that makes you sleepy) and increase the production of serotonin (the hormone that affects your mood).  

Most people use light boxes for a minimum of 30 minutes each morning.

Benefits Include:

  • Increase Energy

  • Improve Mood

  • Decrease Depression

  • Sleep Better

Get prepared for the months ahead!

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MEDICINE WILD | Founded by Dr. Michele Burklund | Custom Doctor Formulated Products

Complete health & wellness consulting in the natural products industry, doctor formulated, wellness writing, and meaningful marketing.

MEDICINE WILD. curated by Dr. Michele Burklund.  Dr. Michele Burklund perfectly blends the art of natural medicine into  beautiful and inspiring health tips in her health and wellness  website, Medicine Wild. Learn about natural remedies, DIY treatments, naturopathic lifestyles, and more

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