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2020-04-03T19:01:22.063Z


Being trapped in quarantine day after day by the spread of the coronavirus can drive anyone crazy. Your body's circadian system is nourished by natural light, and with ...


Being trapped in quarantine day after day by the spread of the coronavirus can drive anyone crazy. Your body's circadian system thrives on natural light, and with the lack of sun exposure that comes with shutting yourself down at home, your mood and sleep cycles can be affected.

Fortunately, there are widely used treatments to help treat seasonal affective disorder (SAD) that can improve our mood during quarantine. Light therapy involves using special lamps that emit bright light to mimic natural light outdoors. These devices also filter out harmful UV light. The idea is that since lack of sunlight could contribute to SAD symptoms such as sleep problems, more light could help alleviate or reverse them.

It is important to note that light therapy is not for everyone. Therefore, unless you have been diagnosed with SAD, consult a medical professional before introducing it into your daily routine. If you are ready to test a lamp, you should consider a few things like price and functionality. You will want products that have a brightness of 10,000 LUX, which is considered the best for maximum effectiveness and safety.

Less than $ 100

When we searched the internet for light therapy products, we found some highlights that boast a brightness of 10,000 LUX and under $ 100.

Verilux HappyLight Liberty 10,000 Verxux Light Therapy Energy Lamp ($ 68.75, originally $ 79.95; amazon.com)

With over 1,000 Amazon reviews and a total rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, the Verilux HappyLight tops our list of light therapy lamps. It provides 10,000 LUX and has a large surface area that can brilliantly and efficiently emit light around your home.

Circadian Optics Lumos 2.0 Light Therapy Lamp ($ 39.99; amazon.com)

This adjustable light therapy lamp can fit in smaller spaces around your home. Its energy efficient bulb can also last for approximately 50,000 hours of use.

Miroco Light Therapy Lamp ($ 39.99; amazon.com)

This economical lamp features a compact design and a folding stand that can fit anywhere, whether at work or at home.

Over $ 100

These lamps are also a good option but cost more than $ 100

Classic Carex Day-Light Light Therapy Lamp ($ 114.95; amazon.com)

This lamp blocks 99.3% of ultraviolet light and emits 10,000 LUX of bright light at 12 inches, so there is no need to stick your face directly to the lamp.

Carex Daylight Sky Therapy Lamp ($ 108.81; amazon.com)

This lamp blocks 99.3% of UV light and comes with 10,000 LUX of bright light on an adjustable height and angle bracket.

Northern Light Technologies TRAVelite - Beige ($ 199; amazon.com)

This lamp provides 10,000 LUX at distances of 10 to 12 inches, it is also compact and durable, making it your perfect travel companion.

Northern Light Technologies Boxelite 10,000 LUX Bright Light Therapy Light Box ($ 189.99; amazon.com)

This lamp is an easy way to make Blue Monday and the rest of your days indoors feel less sad.

Note: The above prices reflect the price at the time of article posting.

Source: cnnespanol

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