86. Biology of Human-Friendly Lighting | Scott Zimmerman & Andrew LaTour

from Regenerative Health with Max Gulhane, MD · host Dr Max Gulhane

Two world-leading experts in photobiology join me to discuss the negative health effects indoor lighting, what we currently know about how light interacts with biological systems and what this means for your health.Watch my previous episodes with Scott and Andrew:Scott Zimmerman I - Near Infrared Light & Melatonin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYqT7i8teGsScott Zimmerman II - Problem of Indoor Lighting & NIR deficiency https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXiOEGuIDfMAndrew LaTour I - Introduction to Photobiomodulation & Red Light Therapy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alntrkUDq8EAndrew LaTour II - Best Lighting for Optimal Health & Circadian Rhythms https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fR1GMyFETuUTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction to Indoor Lighting and Health05:04 Government Regulations and LED Lighting Challenges07:10 Addressing Near-Infrared Deficiency12:23 The Importance of Wavelengths and Dosing in Light Therapy16:02 Circadian Rhythms and Light Exposure21:06 Melatonin Production and Its Implications24:06 The Role of Dimming and Spectrum in Lighting28:54 The Need for Bright Light During the Day35:02 The Body as a Solar Collector40:47 The Evolution of Human Light Exposure49:17 Exploring Systemic Effects of Light Therapy52:40 The Historical Context of Light and Health54:22 Understanding the Impact of Sunlight on Health59:59 Dosing and Indoor Lighting: A Historical Perspective01:06:15 Photobiomodulation vs. Ambient Light Exposure01:17:49 Mechanisms of Light Interaction with the Body01:35:50 The Importance of Near Infrared in Photobiology01:36:35 Understanding Energy at the Molecular Level01:39:12 The Role of Light in Biological Evolution01:40:28 Photon Behavior and Biological Implications01:46:28 Criteria for Human-Friendly Lighting01:58:42 The Importance of Balanced Blue Light02:01:41 Integrating Light into the Health MovementFollow SCOTT ZIMMERMANTwitter - https://twitter.com/SZimmZooLinkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-zimmerman-29b7b59?trk=public_post_feed-actor-nameFollow ANDREW LATOURGembaRed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gembaredllc9115Website: https://gembared.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gembared/Follow DR MAXWebsite: https://drmaxgulhane.com/Private Group: https://www.skool.com/dr-maxs-circadian-resetCourses: https://drmaxgulhane.com/collections/coursesTwitter: https://twitter.com/MaxGulhaneMDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_max_gulhane/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1661751206Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6edRmG3IFafTYnwQiJjhwRLinktree: https://linktr.ee/maxgulhanemdDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is purely for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or YouTube channel.#indoorlighting #humanhealth #nearinfrared #melatonin #circadianrhythm #LEDlighting, #photobiomodulation #lighttherapy #exclusionzone #humanfriendlylighting #circadianrhythms #circadianrhythmSend us Fan Mail🧡 HARDBLOCK Australia's Longest Running Bitcoin-only (₿) ExchangeUse code REGENPOD for AUD 10 of bitcoin post account verification Support the show

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