Modern Wisdom

#203 - Matt Maruca - How To Use Light To Optimise Your Health & Happiness

Jul 30, 2020

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Matt Maruca, CEO of Ra Optics, delves into the significance of light for health optimization, the evolutionary importance of sunlight, aligning eating habits with circadian rhythms, benefits of cold therapy, and strategies for consistency in health optimization. The podcast explores the interplay of light, energy, and human health, emphasizing the role of natural light exposure in enhancing overall well-being.

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Quick takeaways

Sunlight is crucial for health and energy levels, influencing evolution and hormone production.

Misconceptions about sunlight can lead to deficiencies and health issues like vitamin D.

Direct sunlight exposure affects biological processes like hormone production and circadian rhythms.

Following a light diet and avoiding excessive sunglasses can improve health and circadian rhythm.

Deep dives

The Evolution of Human Adaptation to Light

Human evolution reflects adaptation to sunlight exposure, with light affecting the brain and hormone production crucial for health. The gradual light receptor development in our eyes reflects our social nature and need for social cues through eye movements.

Introduction

5min

Exploring the Light Diet and Dr. Jack Cruz's Influence on Health

4min

The Evolutionary Power of Light and Energy in Health

29min

Exploring the Influence of Light Exposure on Health and Sleep Patterns

3min

The Interplay of Light and Human Health

13min

Optimizing Health and Happiness Through Sunlight Exposure

13min

Aligning Eating Habits with Circadian Rhythms for Health

3min

Optimizing Health Through Circadian Rhythms, Sunlight, and Water Quality

17min

Optimizing Health through Cold Therapy and EMF Awareness

16min

10.

Emphasizing Compliance and Consistency in Health Optimization Strategies

2min

11.

Navigating Health Choices Amidst Stress Triggers

2min

12.

Embracing Light and Growth

4min

Matt Maruca is the CEO of Ra Optics and creator of The Light Diet.

This episode goes DEEP.

Expect to learn how crucial light is to optimising your health, why sunlight and energy levels are intrinsically linked, Matt's favourite protocols for cold exposure, the best type of water to drink, the importance of seafood and much more.

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