Red Light Therapy VS Daylight: Blood Sugar Regulation, Metabolism, + Eye Health | Dr. Glen Jeffrey

The Evolving Wellness Podcast with Sarah Kleiner Wellness

In this episode, I’m excited to share a conversation with Dr. Glen Jeffrey, a leading expert in the science of light and its impact on our health. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know I’ve talked a lot about how light affects our metabolism, mitochondria, and overall healing, but today you’re going to hear the science directly from the source. Dr. Jeffrey and I dive into how different light spectrums—from red and infrared to blue light—can influence everything from cortisol levels to mitochondrial function. This episode is a follow-up to last week’s chat with Dr. Robert Schultz, so be sure to tune in for a deeper understanding of the fascinating ways light shapes our health. Check the show notes for all the links and resources we discuss!

Show Links:

• Quantum Conversations Podcast

• Last Week’s Evolving Wellness

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Timestamps:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction

• 00:03:12 - Quantum Conversations with Dr. Glen [Guest Introduction]

• 00:08:30 - Cross-Species Insights: The Optics of Mitochondria

• 00:10:29 - The Shift from Incandescent Bulbs to Harmful Blue Light

• 00:14:49 - Color Perception, Eye Health & Light Exposure

• 00:16:11 - Blood Glucose, Metabolism, and Red Light's Impact on Glucose Tolerance

• 00:20:51 - Red Light vs. Natural Daylight: Benefits and Differences

• 00:22:15 - Optimal Times for Exposure to Light

• 00:26:02 - Sunlight & Red Light-Dominated Environments: Effects on Health

• 00:28:25 - Evolutionary Adaptations to Light Exposure

• 00:30:27 - Mitochondria, Melatonin, and Exclusion Zone Water: Interconnections

• 00:34:17 - The Impact of Office Lighting on Health

• 00:40:27 - Nanometer Range Light Recommendations and Their Benefits

• 00:47:20 - The Healing Power of Nature: Going Outside

• 00:49:11 - Macular Degeneration and Its Link to Light Exposure

• 00:55:49 - Melanin, Myopia, and Their Connection to Light

• 00:58:53 - Eye Shape and the Effects of Blue Light

• 00:59:40 - Hospital Lighting and Modifications for Better Health

• 01:05:53 - Low Blood Glucose & the Role of Red Light Therapy

• 01:07:52 - Volunteering with Dr. Glen: How You Can Get Involved

• 01:08:17 - Best Practices for Red Light Therapy Timing

• 01:13:08 - Inherited Mitochondrial Diseases: What You Should Know

• 01:17:44 - Key Wavelengths of Light for Health Optimization

• 01:19:52 - Lighting in Critical Care and Surgery: Enhancing Patient Outcomes

• 01:24:20 - How to Connect with Dr. Glen

Dr. Glen Jeffery:

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/biosciences/people/prof-glen-jeffery

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