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Light Therapy

Light therapy is basically exposure to sunlight or bright lights during the day, and most well known for simply increasing Vitamin D synthesis rates independent of supplementation. It possesses many similarities to Vitamin D, but perhaps some more.

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Summary of Light Therapy

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Light therapy is basically exposure to sunlight or bright lights during the day. It has been investigated for treatment of a variety of conditions including skin disorders such as eczema and acne vulgaris; mood and sleep disorders such as seasonal affective disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, and delayed sleep phase syndrome; and has even been used to promote wound healing.

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Is a Form Of

Also Known As

Light, Sunlight

Do Not Confuse With

Dark Therapy

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Examine.com Medical Disclaimer

Light therapy can promote wakefulness, but is not deemed 'stimulatory'

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