Intentionally Well Red Light Therapy: Everything You Ever Needed to Know and Then Some with Andrew LaTour
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Mar 26, 2024 
Andrew LaTour, the founder of GembaRed and a chemical engineer, shares his in-depth knowledge on red light therapy. He discusses the fundamentals of how different wavelengths, particularly red and near-infrared light, affect cellular health and recovery. LaTour addresses safety concerns, including EMF exposure while using these devices. He provides practical advice on dosing, optimal use, and the importance of distinguishing between targeted and whole-body therapies. Listeners gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits and considerations in the ever-evolving red light therapy landscape.
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Infrared Light Differentiation
- Near-infrared light penetrates deeper into tissues than far infrared, which mainly produces heat absorbed superficially by skin water.
- Far infrared sauna and heat therapies are different from near-infrared red light therapy benefits.
How Red Light Affects Cells
- Red and near-infrared light enhances mitochondrial function by increasing ATP production through cytochrome c oxidase stimulation.
- This foundational action explains its wide range of benefits including for skin, brain, muscles, and inflammation.
Use Both Red and Near-Infrared
- Use both red and near-infrared wavelengths simultaneously for most benefits in skincare and deeper tissue recovery.
- Don’t overthink specific wavelengths; correct dose and combined wavelengths matter more.