THE LIGHT DOCTOR newsletter by Dr. Martin Moore-Ede

THE LIGHT DOCTOR newsletter by Dr. Martin Moore-Ede

The Artificial Light We Live In Deprives Us of Violet Light

We have failed to provide the deep violet that is essential for eye and brain health

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Dr. Martin Moore-Ede
Nov 07, 2024
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We spend over 90% of our time indoors1 illuminated by artificial light that differs greatly from natural light. Conventional LED lights emit primarily blue, green, and yellow wavelengths, with no ultraviolet, no visible violet, and no deep red or infrared.

The natural light spectrum includes ultraviolet, deep violet, the other colors of the visible light …

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