The Primal Shift

35: The Science Behind Red Light Therapy [Healing, Performance, & Future Applications] Forrest Smith Reveals

Mar 6, 2024

39:12

In this episode of the Primal Shift Podcast, I chat with Forrest Smith, the CEO of Kineon and pioneer in the world of photobiomodulation and red light therapy.

We dive into the science and benefits of red light therapy, including its powerful effects on tissue healing, athletic performance, brain health, and much more. Forrest offers groundbreaking insights into how this technology not only aids in recovery and performance but also holds the key to future advancements in treating a wide array of health conditions, from dementia to gut health.

In this episode: 0:00 - Introduction

03:46 - The Basics of Red Light Therapy with Forrest Smith

07:42 - The Role of Red Light Therapy in Tissue Healing and Recovery

11:15 - Athletic Performance Enhancement Through Red Light Therapy

24:30 - Future Applications of Red Light Therapy in Brain Health and More

25:20 - The Connection Between Red Light Therapy and Gut Health

35:37 - Introducing the Kineon MOVE+ Pro Device

36:23 - Practical Applications and User Feedback of Red Light Therapy Devices

37:45 - The Potential of Red Light Therapy in Pain Management and Sleep Improvement

38:41 - Closing Thoughts

Links:

Learn about Kineon’s Move Kineon Move+ Pro in my detailed review (or watch the video review).
Learn about how red light can improve athletic performance.
See my list of the best red light therapy devices for options categorized by use case.

About Forrest Smith: Forrest Smith is an athlete, entrepreneur and the CEO of Kineon Labs. He has a 20-year history of building successful startups in tech hardware.

Website: https://kineon.io/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smithforresto/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-forrest-smith/

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