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At the highest end of the visible light
spectrum is red light, which goes from a
little over 600nm to approximately 700nm.
Above the visible light spectrum is near-
infrared (NIR) from about 700nm to a little
over 1,100nm.
It is specifically these red and near-
infrared wavelengths that have amazing
effects on our bodies. Most research
showing benefits of red light and near-
infrared light have used wavelengths in
the ranges of 620-680nm and 800-
880nm.
There have now been literally thousands
of studies done in both animals and
humans. Overall, red and near infrared
light has been repeatedly shown to have
positive effects on cell function in animal
and human studies and aid in improving a
wide range of conditions.
It's all about PENETRATION.
Most wavelengths of light (UV, blue, green,
yellow, etc.) are unable to penetrate into
the body - instead they stay in the layers
of the skin.
However as the picture above shows, red
and near-infrared light are able to
penetrate deeper into the human body
and are able to reach the cells, tissues,
blood, nerves, into the bones and even
into the brain!
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