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RED LIGHT BOOSTS CELLULAR ENERGY
PRODUCTION
The most well studied mechanism of
action surrounding red and near infrared
light therapy is increased MITOchondrial
energy production in the cells.
MITOchondria are tiny organelles that are
the energy power plants of all the cells in
our body. Red and near infrared light
therapy helps the MITOchondria create
more of that energy.
The specific photons found in red and
near infrared light interact with a
photoreceptor within our cells called
cytochrome c oxidase. This interaction
stimulates the mitochondria in our cells to
use oxygen more efficiently, which allows
the mitochondria to produce more ATP
(adenosine triphosphate). Adenosine
triphosphate is a complex organic
chemical that provides energy to drive
many processes in living cells, e.g. muscle
contraction, nerve impulse propagation,
and chemical synthesis. Found in all forms
of life, ATP is often referred to as the
"molecular unit of currency" of intracellular
energy transfer. When our cells have more
energy, they simply perform better and
the body follows suit!
The benefits of red light: Red light between 600-700nm offers benefits for skin texture and
tone, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, promoting collagen production and generally
rejuvenating the appearance of skin and hair.
The benefits of near-infrared light: Near-infrared light (NIR) 700nm - 1100nm penetrates
deeper into the tissues to assist with wound healing, muscle recovery, nerve injury and
joint pain.
LIGHT THERAPY OVERVIEW
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