We talk and write a lot about red light technology. And since you’re here right now, reading these sentences, it’s safe to assume you know a bit about red light technology as well. However, we’ll go over the topic again in this section, as all the information can seem confusing or overwhelming. Let’s quickly go over the topic again:
For the last 10.000 years, we have absorbed sunlight. This main source of light plays a big role in our health and well-being. This was first discovered and used by the Egyptians, and also practiced by the ancient Greeks, Chinese, and Indians.
Light has biological effects: in fact, the body needs light to function properly. So, what you surround yourself with, put into your body, and work with on a daily basis impacts you more than you might care to admit. Under these circumstances, it is even more important to acknowledge this basic correlation and make it a good one. Too much sunlight can be harmful to us, this is mainly because of its blue light and UV light contents.
All light falls along a spectrum of wavelengths. The biggest part of it is red and near-infrared light though, and this is the beneficial light we chose to use in all our Luminousred devices. Red and near-infrared light that falls within the wavelength range of 650-850 nanometers (nm) is seen as extremely beneficial. These wavelengths of light have a biological effect on the body – like antibiotics or vitamins – and affect the function of our cells.
One key element of our cells is the mitochondria. They are round or oval, and we can’t physically see them, but they affect everything we do such as cell signaling, steroid synthesis, cell apoptosis, and cellular energy. Often referred to as the “powerhouses of the cell”, because they facilitate the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), usually referred to as the “energy currency of life”.
Red light technology, therefore, is the science of utilizing red and near-infrared light wavelengths to assist with the treatment of health conditions and promote general well-being. It’s also often referred to as low-level light therapy (LLLT), photobiomodulation (PBM), low-power laser therapy, or cold laser therapy.
Our journey with red light technology started when we were both at our lowest after experiencing burnout and multiple breakdowns at a rather young age. After spending hours researching all the methods we could apply to help us feel better, we discovered the power and benefits of red light technology – leading to our founding Luminousred. Ever since we started including red-light into our daily routine, we’ve felt increasingly better day by day – we would not be doing what we do if we weren’t absolutely convinced that our technology can help improve the lives of its users.
Understanding Photobiomodulation
Research shows what impact Red Light Therapy can have on our lives. Medical professionals are slowly catching up with what is really behind this revolution. Photobiomodulation – or red light therapy – has been shown to offer many scientifically backed benefits. US Olympic Teams, Victoria’s Secret Models, and NFL and NHL superstars already use Red Light therapy to up their game to the next level and to perform at peak performance.
How Photobiomodulation works
Short and sweet: During a red light session, our mitochondria absorb red and near-infrared light and convert it into energy. A bit like a battery being charged and recharged.
Once red light energy has been absorbed by the body, it is then used by the cells to build new proteins such as collagen and elastin, and to boost cellular regeneration. Red light gives the cells a helping hand, ensuring the mitochondria reach their FULL potential by providing them with a full – rather than a half-full – tank of fuel which results in OPTIMAL performance for the organism. You could compare this process to photosynthesis, where plants absorb sunlight and convert it into complex molecules. We’re using energy absorption of red and near-infrared light to enhance our cellular potential, promote oxygen use within the cells and most importantly generate ATP as fuel.
All of this has been scientifically proven. We believe biohacking should be based on broad scientific groundwork. That is why all our communication, user guides, products, and experiences are 100% based on science and recent studies. Not only are we experts in what we do, but we use backed knowledge to give you the right tools. Improving the performance of mitochondria in the body improves the body’s overall performance and wellness.
The topic of Photobiomodulation is huge, too large to cover it all in this section. However, if you need more information on the topic, we’ve recently put together a Blog post covering all the most important facts – why not check it out?