The Ben Azadi Show Bjørn Ekeberg | Red Light Therapy, Why You Should Try Photobiomodulation to BioHack Your Mitochondria and Recover BETTER! KKP: 626
Today, I am blessed to have here with me, Bjorn Ekeberg. He is a multifaceted scholar hailing from Oslo, Norway. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Victoria, Canada, and is also a seasoned Philosopher of Science. His extensive knowledge base and wide-ranging interests make him an intellectual powerhouse.
Bjørn serves as the Chief Commercial Officer at Recharge Health. This organization is known for promoting and selling FlexBeam, a revolutionary wearable infrared therapy device designed to significantly improve musculoskeletal issues, enhance strength performance, expedite recovery, and promote better sleep.
He is the author of Metaphysical Experiments: Physics and the Invention of the Universe (Volume 49) (Posthumanities) and teaches the public the science and metaphysics behind our understanding of the universe. He also created high-end scripted drama and co-wrote the award-winning series VALKYRIEN, which NRK and Channel 4 picked up. The series was so successful that it landed on both the New York Times and BBC's Top 10 list in 2017 and is currently being remade in the UK as "Temple" for Sky.
In this episode, Bjorn discusses the importance of utilizing light to improve Mitochondrial Health. Bjorn reveals how red and near-infrared wavelengths can stimulate the body's natural process of healing. Bjorn dives into the mechanisms and benefits of red and near-infrared light. Tune in as we chat about Light for Mitochondrial Health, finding the sweet spot for Red Light Therapy, and an opportunity for people to take advantage of Infrared Therapy to live a better life.
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[00:17] Using Light to Improve Mitochondrial Health: A Biohacking Paradigm Shift
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Light, particularly infrared and red light, can significantly impact our biochemistry by enhancing mitochondrial health. It's an area worthy of more widespread understanding and use.
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The absence of health-boosting technologies like light therapy in common establishments reveals a gap in our healthcare system, highlighting the need for broader dissemination and commercial application of such health-promoting interventions.
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Understanding the interplay between diet, particularly keto, and biohacking strategies like light therapy can lead to more effective ways to improve health.
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Our perception of the sun as merely an object in the sky belies its critical role in regulating our biochemistry and overall health. Its radiant energy, especially in the infrared spectrum, profoundly influences our well-being.
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Infrared light, constituting over 50% of the sun's energy spectrum reaching us, has unique properties that allow it to penetrate the skin and influence deeper tissues. This highlights the potential of targeted infrared therapy to improve health at a cellular level.
[11:56] How effective is red light therapy?
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Hormesis, a pivotal concept to practices like the keto diet, fasting, cold exposure, and red light therapy, underscores that more is not always better. Optimal benefits lie in striking the right balance.
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Individuals may react differently to red light therapy, dependent on their current mitochondrial health status. It's essential to consider personal health background while designing a red light therapy regimen.
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The 'Goldilocks zone' for red light therapy isn't necessarily about longer exposure but the suitable duration leading to positive effects.
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Self-observation is crucial in optimizing the use of red light therapy. Noticing and understanding the body's response to therapy can guide frequency and intensity adjustments.
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Red light therapy can be effective for acute conditions, such as muscle contusions, by applying it right after the injury and before bed to stimulate recovery during sleep. Regular application over a period is usually beneficial.
[26:21] Red Light Therapy: What Is It? A Complete Guide for Beginners
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Photobiomodulation, or red light therapy, isn't just beneficial for muscle repair or athletic recovery but has a profound impact on gut health due to the high concentration of light receptors in the stomach.
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Photobiomodulation on an empty stomach can stimulate the gut microbiome and improve overall digestive health.
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Implementing red light therapy into daily routines, such as morning meditation, can help reset the circadian rhythm and foster mindfulness.
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Red light therapy can be effective for women experiencing menstrual cramps and reproductive health issues like endometriosis.
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Understanding and harnessing the concentration of mitochondria in different body organs can lead to optimized benefits from photobiomodulation, promoting overall health improvement.
[28:13] Is the sun an important healthcare resource or a global threat?
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The sun, often villainized due to skin cancer risks, plays a crucial role in our health and well-being, providing the body with an all-natural healing source.
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Although political motives exist to block sunlight to solve global warming, it's important to consider the implications of altering our natural light environment.
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The sun provides a full spectrum of light which contributes to the concept of photobiomodulation, which suggests that all light impacts our body differently.
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Near-infrared light, which the sun provides, is closely linked with mitochondrial function, demonstrating its critical role in human health.
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Acknowledging and discussing the significant influence of our 'light environment' on our overall health and well-being is essential.
[39:59] Safety, Contraindications, and Best Practices for Photobiomodulation
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Photobiomodulation is generally a safe technology, studied extensively for safety, making it suitable for many users.
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People with recent tattoos, particularly dark ink, should be cautious about using photobiomodulation due to potential skin sensitivity.
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Cancer patients and pregnant women are typically advised not to use such technology, not due to proven harm, but because ethical restrictions prevent comprehensive studies in these groups.
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Users should avoid looking directly into the device for an extended period because infrared light, being invisible, can harm the eyes without triggering the blinking reflex.
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While the FlexBeam can be used on the face for a warm glow and potential skin benefits, they are primarily designed as powerful recovery tools, not beauty devices.
[43:30] The future success of Photobiomodulation
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There's a growing paradigm shift in health approaches leading to more acceptance of photobiomodulation, though the term itself might not be widely known.
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The market could become flooded with cheap, ineffective products as the therapy becomes more mainstream, creating the risk of photobiomodulation being dismissed as a hyped trend.
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The advent of red light therapy as a cosmetic application, particularly facial masks, could further dilute the perception of the technology, potentially associating it with superficial or low-quality products.
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The future success of photobiomodulation may depend on how effectively its practitioners can differentiate quality, effective treatment devices from less beneficial products.
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