Starter 🥗

The Best Light

This light has helped millions glow up. ✨

It's used to improve mental and physical wellbeing - all without lifting a finger. 👈️ 

Athletes love it.

Celebs swear by it.

And yes, it kind of makes you look like you're charging up for something serious. 👀 

But what is red light therapy?

And is it really worth the hype?

Let’s shine a light on it. 👇

Main Course 🥙

The Power of Red Light

What is red light therapy?

Red Light Therapy (RLT), also known as photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level red and near-infrared (NIR) light to support your body - at the cellular level. 🦠 

It was originally studied by NASA to help plants grow in space… and then to heal astronauts’ wounds.

How does it work?

RLT exposes your skin to targeted light and long wavelengths.

This gentle exposure stimulates your mitochondria (a.k.a. your cells’ power plants), helping them create more ATP - the energy your cells run on. 🔋 

Why do people do it?

Because it may help treat skin conditions, inflammation, and other conditions.

And unlike most wellness trends, you don’t have to do anything.

Just sit there and take it all in (perfect for lazy people). 😉 

Is it safe?

Yes!

Used properly and for short durations, red light therapy is considered safe and free from side effects for most people. 👍️ 

What are the benefits of doing red light therapy?

RLT has been shown to

• improve focus, memory and brain function 🧠

• ease pain 😥 

• slow or reverse hair loss 💇 

• enhance sports performance 🏅 

• improve muscle recovery 💪 

• increase collagen levels 📈

• reduce signs of aging 🧓

• improve sleep 💤 

👩‍🍳 Chef Tip: Want a free version?

Step outside at sunrise or sunset. Nature’s red light therapy works on a similar spectrum. 🌅 

Dessert 🍰

Red Light Therapy- How to Start

Let’s be real:

You’re curious. The hype is real. But where the heck do you start? 🤔

Here’s a simple checklist to help you get glowing - without the guesswork.

• 🤏 Start stupidly small: Just 5 minutes, 3 times per week is enough

• 🦷 Stack the habit: Attach it to something you already do daily (like brushing your teeth or doing skincare)

• ⚔️ Choose your weapon: Research clinically backed devices that fit your budget and space (quality matters!!!)

• 🖼️ Document the journey: Take weekly progress photos - same spot, same light, same pose (your brain will forget the gradual changes, but photos won't)

• 📆 Schedule it like a meeting: Pick exact days and times, then treat them like can’t-miss appointments

• ✅ Track consistency, not perfection: Aim for 80% over 6 weeks instead of burning out trying to be perfect for two

• 📈 Expect the plateau: Visible results often show up around week 4-6. Think long game (this is cellular renovation, not Instagram magic)

Snacks 🥜

Dad Joke of the Week

A Deep Question

When was letting go the most painful - and how did it shape who you are now?

A Friendly Reminder

Takeaway 🎁 

You aren’t satisfied yet? 

Here are my Ingredients and Recommendations for you:

🎙️ Podcasts

• Using Light (Sunlight, Blue Light & Red Light) to Optimize Health (Huberman Lab)

• Red Light Therapy: Scam or Science? Here's What The Research Says (The Ultimate Human)

• Red light therapy: promising applications, mixed evidence, and impact on health and aging (The Drive)

📚️ Book

• The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy (Ari Whitten, MS)

📺️ Videos

• THE SHOCKING Benefits Of RED LIGHT Therapy (DOAC Clips)

• Red Light Therapy Buyers Guide - Avoid THESE Mistakes! (Alex Fergus)

• Are Red Light Face LED Masks Worth Splurging On? (Rena Malik, MD Podcast)

📑 Articles

• What Is Red Light Therapy and How Does It Work? (Healthline.com)

• 7 Benefits of Red Light Therapy (Health.com)

• What Is Red Light Therapy (RLT) and How Does It Work? (MedicalNewsToday)

• Red Light Therapy (Cleveland Clinic)

• Red light therapy: Does it improve skin health? (ZOE)

Thank you for being here 💝 

Looking forward to serving you next week.

Much love,

Benji