Expose yourself to the sun for 20 to 30 minutes each day, preferably when the sun is low to avoid UV rays, in order to capture near-infrared light (850 nm) which penetrates the skin, optimizes the functioning of our mitochondria, and increases our overall energy level.

noli's read

Photobiomodulation via near-infrared light (such as the 850 nm wavelength) is a fascinating biological phenomenon: a review by Hamblin (2016, data analysis) shows that these waves do indeed stimulate the activity of mitochondria, our cells' power plants. Furthermore, studies on cellular models indicate that this exposure can optimize membrane potential and promote cellular energy production. Nevertheless, the idea of obtaining this benefit systemically through simple sun exposure for 20 to 30 minutes at the end of the day remains largely theoretical. When the sun is low, the atmosphere filters out a large portion of the radiation, making the dose of infrared received by the skin much lower than that delivered by targeted phototherapy devices in a laboratory. Finally, while it is proven that natural light improves our vitality by regulating our circadian rhythm, there is no randomized clinical trial (RCT) proving that the low sun directly recharges our overall energy through cutaneous mitochondrial action.

the sources

1. 1Wunsch A, Matuschka K 2014