1. Weight Loss: Get Rid of Stubborn Fat and
Cellulite
Losing
weight can be tough. Results are slow, and it
can often be discouraging seeing the same number
on the scale week after week.
Maybe
you've tried one of those popular "fat loss"
supplements or "guaranteed" weight loss exercise
programs and got disappointing results. Or maybe
you saw some initial results, but the pounds
quickly came back.
Whatever
the case may be, red light therapy can make a
great addition to your weight loss journey.
Clinical studies
have shown that RLT can reduce fat and
cellulite. While the "how" isn't exactly known
yet, the leading theory is that RLT produces
small holes in fat cells, which causes lipids
(the molecules inside your fat cells) to leak
out [10].
In
one particular study, participants who
received RLT saw, on average, a 2.15cm
(0.85in) reduction in waist size after two
30-minute sessions per week for four weeks.
These people were asked not to change their diet
or exercise habits, so the results didn't come
from exercising more or eating healthier [11].
0.85in might not
seem like much at first, but this was just after
eight RLT sessions and probably more than most
people see with diet pills. So, while the study
only lasted four weeks, imagine what using it
for longer could mean for you!
2. Muscle Repair: End Soreness & Improve
Performance
Hate feeling sore days after your workouts?
I know I
always struggle walking up my stairs days after
an intense leg day workout.
Fortunately, red light therapy when used after
exercise can reduce delayed-onset muscle
soreness (DOMS) and speed up muscle recovery.
And, when used before exercise, RLT can improve
performance and endurance [12].
You'll be
able to exercise harder and longer before
feeling tired. Plus, you won't feel as sore
after your workouts as before!
While RLT is
currently allowed in athletic competitions,
there is some talk of potentially banning (or
regulating) its usage [12].
3. Chronic Pain: Get Long-Lasting Pain Relief
Dealing with chronic pain can be exhausting and
stressful. What's more, long-term pain is often
linked to a lower quality of life.
Chronic
pain sufferers commonly report having to deal
with skyrocketing healthcare bills, mood/mental
health issues, poorer cardiovascular health, and
decreased sleep quality [14].
Taking
pain medication can be an effective short-term
solution, but you risk issues like addiction if
you rely on them long-term. This often means
you're worse off than before, as you now need
these drugs to function "normally".
Unlike
pain medications, red light therapy doesn't
actually block pain. It works by improving the
health and function of our cells, leading to a
pain-free body in the long-run.
Clinical
studies have shown RLT to relieve pain in people
with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid
arthritis, dental pain, oral mucositis (from
chemotherapy), and back pain [15,
16,
17,
18,
19]. In particular, RLT seems most effective
in reducing joint pain.
However,
it can take some time before you notice RLT
working. In the case of rheumatoid arthritis,
researchers recommend a minimum of four weeks of
treatment to see lasting results [15].
So, while RLT may not work as fast as some pain
medications, it's a natural, safe way to return
your body to its optimal state without any side
effects.
4. Wound Healing: Recover From Injuries Faster
Red light therapy
can speed up the healing process, especially
when it comes to slow-healing wounds like burns.
RLT works by reducing
inflammation, stimulating angiogenesis (the
formation of new blood vessels), promoting
collagen production, and boosting granulation
tissue production [20].
Granulation tissue
is a thin layer of tissue cells that your body
produces to cover your wound. The faster the
wound is covered, the faster your body can start
repairing the damage.
While healing
wounds is a less mainstream use of RLT, RLT has
been used by NASA and Navy SEALs in space,
during training, and under the sea [21,22].
It's also used by athletes to quicken recovery
from sports injuries.
5. Hair Loss: Grow Healthier, Thicker Hair
Red
light therapy makes for a great alternative to
hair loss medications like Minoxidil (Rogaine)
and Finasteride (Propecia).
Especially
if you experience any of the side effects.
Men and
women who use Minoxidil commonly report
irritation, eczema, burning, and even worsening
of hair loss [6].
While men who use Finasteride commonly report
erectile dysfunction, decreased sex drive, and
sometimes breast enlargement [7].
Isn't that
crazy?
That's a
lot of potential adverse side effects just to
regrow your hair.
Fortunately, recent human studies have shown
that red light therapy can improve hair growth
by over 35% in both men and women with
androgenetic alopecia [8,9].
And best
of all?
No side effects or
issues were reported.
RLT works with your body,
stimulating its natural growth processes instead
of forcing changes to it as many medications do.
It is important to
note, however, that RLT is not a miracle hair
growth device. If you're already bald, RLT will
not restore your hair. This therapeutic
technique requires your hair follicles to be
alive for it to work.
6. Skin Health: Treat Acne, Psoriasis, and
Rosacea
Dealing with chronic skin conditions like acne,
psoriasis, or rosacea?
Red light therapy
can help. Its collagen-producing properties help
promote the growth of new, healthier skin
tissue.
It can also help repair damage from UV rays and
sun overexposure.
Stop Acne Breakouts
Red light therapy is commonly used by people to
clear up their acne.
As someone
with acne-prone skin, I know how much it can
hurt your self-esteem. Dealing with breakouts on
a consistent basis is never a fun time. It's
even worse when your skin is left red, scarred,
and inflamed.
I've tried
many of the most commonly prescribed acne
medications but rarely saw any significant
improvements. I was often embarrassed about
showing my face in public. It got so bad that,
at one point, I never left the house without
first covering up all my acne with makeup.
After
getting tired of dealing with the side effects,
I decided to research natural, alternative acne
treatments and found RLT.
RLT has
immense benefits for your skin and can boost
your self-confidence. Several scientific studies
have shown how RLT can be used to successfully
treat acne [2].
Because RLT works by reducing inflammation and
sebum production, it;s a great way to not only
manage your latest breakout but also prevent
future breakouts.
In other
words, RLT can reduce skin redness and make sure
sebum isn't clogging up your pores.
What's
even more appealing to a lot of people is that
RLT is a natural remedy that has zero side
effects and is well-tolerated by all skin types!
No harsh chemicals required.
For even better results, combine
red light with blue light. Blue light works by
killing acne-causing bacteria, while red light
works by reducing redness and inflammation.
Treat Psoriasis and
Rosacea
While red light therapy for psoriasis is still
being studied, the preliminary findings are
extremely promising.
In one
study, researchers used RLT on people with
chronic psoriasis that had resisted conventional
treatments. In just four to five weeks, most saw
their conditions improve by 60-100% [3].
For
rosacea, most of the studies look at red light
with blue light, rather than just red light.
People who were exposed to both reported
significantly less redness, itching, and burning
after five weeks [4].
There are,
however, plenty of people who report
successfully treating rosacea with red light
therapy [5].
All-in-all, when it
comes to improving the health of your skin
cells, RLT is a promising alternative to
conventional treatments. The scientific evidence
seems to indicate that, while effective alone,
RLT is best used together with blue light.
7. Collagen Production: Reduce Wrinkles & Scars
Red
light therapy has a long list of benefits (as
you'll see!). But, when people talk about
RLT, they're generally referring to it in the
context of skin care. RLT's ability to stimulate
balanced collagen production is what makes it
one of your skin's best friends.
Anti-Aging
As we age, our body stops producing collagen.
This leads to all the common signs of aging:
wrinkles, sagging skin, and more. High collagen
levels are critical to having soft, smooth, and
firm skin.
Unlike
other skin treatments like intense pulsed light
(IPL), RLT does not damage your skin to induce
tissue repair. It skips directly to stimulating
skin repair and rejuvenation [1].
RLT can
help brighten and tighten your skin, making you
look years younger! Other anti-aging benefits of
red light therapy include reduced undereye
wrinkles, forehead wrinkles, laugh lines, and
crow's feet.
In a study of 136
people, the majority of participants noticed
fewer wrinkles and fine lines, smoother skin,
and improved skin appearance after using RLT.
Collagen ultrasonography scans (aka what
scientists used to measure the collagen in your
skin) taken before and after treatments revealed
significantly improved collagen density [1].
Reduce Scars and
Stretch Marks
Beyond facial benefits, red light therapy can
also help reduce scars and stretch marks. By
promoting the formation of normal, healthy skin
cells, RLT can improve your overall skin
complexion, leaving your skin feeling soft and
smooth.
While RLT
is not guaranteed to completely eliminate scars
and stretch marks, it has been shown to lighten
them and reduce any associated redness.
RLT does,
however, make a great preventative measure. Its
wound-healing and collagen-producing benefits
can prevent future scars and stretch marks from
forming.
With all these
benefits, it's no wonder why RLT should be in
everyone's skin care routine.
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