Fixing the Fundamental Flaw in Indoor Lighting
Step outside from a well-lit office into the daylight, and you’re met with a world hundreds of times brighter. Your eyes adjust quickly, so you may not think twice. But that blue sky day tends to bring joy and energy; a gloomy day – not so much. With outside light having such effects on mood and energy, have you ever considered what the effects are of spending so much time under electric lighting?
What is Melanopic Daily Exposure Ratio (M-DER)?
Melanopic light brings us wellness In our modern world, artificial lighting has become an integral part of our daily lives. However, not all artificial light is created equal. The type and quality of light we are exposed to can significantly impact our body’s circadian rhythm, which in turn affects our overall health and wellness1. Natural […]
SkyView™ and Delta Airlines Highlight Expanding Partnership to Showcase Circadian Lighting at CES 2025
Earlier today, Delta Airlines introduced SkyView’s circadian lighting technology during their keynote presentation at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, NV. This marks an exciting step in the ongoing discussions between SkyView and Delta, as we explore the potential to collaborate on enhancing passenger wellness through innovative lighting solutions in Delta’s in-flight cabins and airport lounges.
Why Do We Dread Daylight Savings Time?
It’s that time of year again, where we get all that beautiful daylight back in the evening. But it always comes with a shock to your morning routine. Those groggy mornings might have you thinking to yourself “why are we still doing this? I thought we voted to get rid of daylight savings long ago.” And there’s good reason to ask this question.
Sleep Well: Melatonin, Serotonin, and the Healing Power of Sunlight
Let’s cut to the chase, we don’t prioritize good sleep. Whether it’s because we’ve got a big project at work to finish or we’re just regular night owls, we’re not getting the sleep we need. And getting enough restorative sleep is essential for peak performance and our overall health.
That’s why it’s important to understand how our hormones and sunlight play a part in our sleep. When the sun sets and your day comes to an end, the pineal gland in our brain activates, starting the melatonin production process. This signals to our body that it’s time to sleep.
How to Use Light to Help Your Baby Create a Sleep Schedule
Why does your baby fight sleep during nap time or at night? Babies haven’t fully developed their circadian rhythms yet, which is why they often have erratic sleep patterns. This is one of the most formative times in their lives and creating a circadian rhythm is crucial to their development. Parents often find themselves trying everything in the book to establish a consistent sleep schedule for their little ones. By understanding light and the circadian rhythm, you can help your baby find their ideal sleep schedule.
5 Health Benefits of Natural Light and Sunlight
93% of our lives are spent indoors. You’ve most likely heard this statistic from us a million times, but we can’t stress it enough! Because of this, we often overlook the profound impact that natural light and sunlight can have on our well-being. Everything from enhancing our mood to fine-tuning our body’s master clock, the benefits of natural light are limitless. So, let’s dive into the science of it all and go through some of the benefits we can get from natural light and sunlight.
The Connection Between Light and Weight Loss
When it comes to managing weight, most of us are accustomed to the hard and exhausting balance of dieting and regular exercise. Not only that, but we spend most of our lives indoors under standard LED lighting. What does that have to do with weight?
Standard indoor lighting can actually affect our hunger levels and how effectively our metabolism works. Even though research shows that our modern habits can negatively affect our health, light can be the aid we need to help with weight management. That’s right, light can be the missing link. Light exposure and the timing of light exposure can be the difference between a healthy eating cycle and overeating.
How to Use a Happy Light and Do They Actually Work?
As the sun sets earlier and we head into the fall and winter months, many struggle with seasonal changes that can impact mood and energy levels. Also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD affects people in areas where the winter days are short and there’s not a lot of sunlight during the day. This is where the concept of a “happy light” or SAD lamp comes into play, offering a potential solution to combat these challenges. Even though they’ve gained popularity, we do have to question if they’re really working or are they just a band-aid for more serious health issues?
Debunking the Blue Light Myth: Why Blue Light Blockers are the Problem
Blue light blockers have risen in popularity over the years – screen covers, glasses, no matter what form it comes in, it seems like everyone is telling us that you need them. But here’s the thing, we need blue light to survive. It does everything from boosting alertness, helps memory and brain function, elevating mood, and regulating our circadian rhythm and hormonal balance.
So why does it get a bad rep? We’ll examine the science and help you understand when you should and shouldn’t need blue light.
