The Red Light Report

This week's episode on The Red Light Report is the grand finale of the three-part solosode series about light and its influence on the "energetic portion" of our eyes. This rather old, yet profound information, comes from the research of German ophthalmologist Fritz Hollwich and other studies he collected from the late 1800s through the 1970s in his book, The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal.We covered the following topics in last week's episode: light and body temperature, light and kidney function, light and blood count and light and metabolic functions. The research in these areas leave no doubt that we all possess another pathway in our eyes that leads to downstream effects in our physiology, for better and, certainly, for worse.This week, we will be learning the following topics: light and thyroid function, light and sexual function, light and adrenal and pituitary functions, natural sunlight and artificial fluorescent light, light pollution, and the importance of light in metabolism in man and animal: summary. The last three sections are of utmost importance and by far have the most applicable take-home points of this entire solosode series.While this information may be "old," given the book was published in 1979, it has never been more timely and relevant than now with our illuminated modern-day lifestyles. Ever since 1879, when Edison invented the lightbulb, the pendulum has been constantly swinging to the other side. And while there have been many advancements and benefits directly because of the lightbulb, virtually every aspect of our biology has paid the preverbal price.Fritz Hollwich was very aware of the fact that our lighting environments taxed our health -- even over 80 years ago! And thanks to him, we know definitively that the window into our eyes tells the entire story. - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: Light and thyroid function Research done on ducks with red light to the eyes Research on mice and rabbits in light Light and sexual function The sexual function in starlings and jays - being exposed to red light at night Testosterone production in males The importance of light entering the energetic portion of your eye How light stimulates gonadal activity Research on how red light stimulates testicular development Research on how light and temperature control increases egg production in birds How you can determine the sex of your dog by the lighting conditions Increase in oxytocin due to increased light exposure How light affects the growth of deer antlers Light and adrenal and petuitary functions Natural light and artificial fluorescent light How all organisms are affected by the day/ night sequence How too much artificial light leads to pathological changes in the organism The monotony of artificial lighting How natural sunlight balances our stress hormones How we were raised through evolution by full-spectrum sunlight Light pollution and the importance of light and metabolism in man and animal - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

In the second part of this three-part series on The Red Light Report, we are going to continue learning from one of the top light pioneers and light researchers of all-time, Fritz Hollwich, via his book The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal.For a quick review, we covered the following topics in last week's episode: the energetic portion of the optic nerve, light and the pineal gland and light and growth. That information laid the foundation for understanding the true impact that light has on our physiology. Backed by research from the early 1900s no less! This week, we will be learning the following topics: light and body temperature, light and kidney function, light and blood count and light and metabolic functions. We will continue to uncover powerful research demonstrating the impact of light, but now in different areas of our biology.​​This further proves just how profound the light environment you surround yourself on a consistent basis truly is. It doesn't just impact one area of your health and wellness, it virtually impacts ALL facets of health and wellness -- via the energetic pathway of your eye.   As always, buckle up for some learning and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: Light and body temperature How light affects all aspects of our health Circadian rhythm of body temperature in adults How infants don’t have a circadian rhythm What happens when the circadian rhythm changes and how that disturbs body temperature The impact of light through your eye Light and kidney function Light and water balance How blindness leads to more water retention How circadian rhythm is impacted by shifted work schedules Light and blood count How blood is so closely involved with the whole organism Light and its effects on the immune system and white blood cells Light and metabolic function Lipid metabolism Light and protein metabolism Liver metabolism Light and blood sugar How animals are easier to fatten in dark places than when kept in bright areas How our light environment has real consequences - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

It's a new year, which means this is a perfect time to learn some groundbreaking, foundational information regarding light and the eye from the early- and mid-1900s. That's correct, I said "groundbreaking" and the 1900s in the same sentence!  Beginning on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we are embarking on a three-part solosode series that will (likely) change the way you think about light, your eyes and their impact on your overall health and wellness... and, believe it or not, I am not talking about your eyesight or vision. In fact, what if I told you that vision was the second most important aspect of your eyes?Ironically, the majority of the eye-opening research I will be citing during these episodes has been around for over fifty years -- and some, almost 100 years -- yet I can virtually guarantee that you have never heard this information before. It's curious how this all-important information about light and our eyes has been lying around in the archives of libraries and the annals of the internet for decades and decades, only to be ignored and/or never given the proper attention it sincerely deserves.... Hence, this three-part solosode series!   The book I will be referencing in these episodes is The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal, by German researcher and ophthalmologist Fritz Hollwich. This guy was way before his time! In his book, Hollwich clearly demonstrates, through his and others research, the countless ways that light impacts health via our eye. Again, in this instance vision (or our "visual pathway") is not the key factor, as there is an alternate pathway that induces these physiological benefits; what Hollwich called an "energetic pathway."I am excited to be presenting this information to you, as the first time I read this book and the research presented, it left my jaw on the ground and my socks knocked off. These episodes are going to be jam-packed with cutting-edge information that you will assuredly find paradigm-shifting and will undoubtedly cause you to pause and reconsider your light environment for your health's sake. Buckle up and enjoy! - On this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: The profound effects sunlight has on our biology How light is a primal element of life An excerpt from Fritz Hollwich How artificial light cannot replace sunlight Grounding with the earth How the earth’s electromagnetic field is nourishing to our bodies The negative effects of fluorescent light The energetic portion of the optic nerve Light and the pineal gland Symptoms that receded after sufficient exposure to sunlight Our light environment and how it affects health conditions and diseases Blindness and its effect on benefits from light The third eye Melatonin and how light stimulates it Research done by Wimmer in 1856 on how light affects the blind - Resources: The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal, Fritz Hollwich - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Discover the healing power of sound frequencies, especially the 528Hz, often referred to as the 'frequency of love.' Explore the benefits of pulsed electromagnetic therapy (PEMF) and how it parallels red light therapy in promoting cellular health and reducing inflammation. Learn about cutting-edge research that reveals how these therapies may help combat hyper-inflammation related to COVID-19 and assist in addressing core features of autism spectrum disorder. Join in on a celebration of wellness and the impact of frequency on health!

On this week's episode of  The Red Light Report, I thought it would be fun to revisit the most popular episode of 2021! It was the fun conversation I had with the great intellect, David Horinek, where we dive into various aspect of anti-aging, longevity, infrared energy, light and water -- many of which he brilliantly incorporated into the numerous innovative products he created over the years. Equally exciting, David is the creator of the Longevv Revivv and Longevv Recovvr cremes that I had him develop to specifically harness the healing benefits of red and near-infrared light. I have David go into detail and explain the amazing benefits of each ingredient -- which on their own possess potent health & anti-aging characteristics for the skin --  and why he included them in the Longevv cremes.   David is the founder and Chief Innovation officer at Hologenix that developed Celliant, a responsive infrared textile that transforms body heat into full-spectrum infrared energy and is clinically proven to increase local circulation and cellular oxygenation -- that means more energy, endurance, strength, stamina, comfort, quicker recovery, and better sleep. The world’s leading brands, such as Under Armour and Levi’s use Celliant, along with countless other textile companies -- from bedding to socks to underwear and more.   David also co-developed a business to produce and distribute alkaline water: Designing a specific ratio of salt to water gives the water a higher pH (potential hydrogen) than tap water, which boosts hydration. Listen closely, as David drops a massive amount of knowledge on this episode! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & David Horinek discuss the following: How red light restored the eyesight of mice BioSun and how he created sunlight in a bottle How the human body actually gives off light and how the mitochondria plays a part The Longevv Revīvv creme - how it helps you absorb red and near infrared light How Miron VioletGlass is a revolutionary material in numerous products The special ingredients that go into the Revīvv creme BioLumin - the photodynamic amino acid The Pulsar Technology and how its field prevents various ailments Fibronectin - the holy grail of the anti aging world Astaxanthin, why it’s useful and how it is 1000x stronger than vitamin E as an antioxidant Benefits of turmeric and cupuacu butter Copper peptides for anti-aging and how it perpetuates the production of stem cells The history of carbon 60 and buckminsterfullerene and how it reduces oxidative stress Carbon Bob  - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/M1_1jc5OzQw - David Horinek's recommendations: Celliant Products: Bed Sheets Comforter Pillow Pillow Cases Mattress Pad Men's Under Armour Shirt The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield Natural Action Bottle For Structuring Water BioAstin Astaxanthin Curaderm Natural Non-Invasive Medication for Skin Cancer book, by Dr. Bill Cham   For further information, go to lowimpact.technology Celliant - Global Leader in Performance Textiles: https://celliant.com/ - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop   Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/biolight.shop  

It's about time we did into some red light therapy research! This week's episode of The Red Light Report will be a solosode covering three pieces of photobiomodulation research: reducing stress with red light therapy (thoroughly combing through the BioLight study completed with Biostrap Labs), photoprotection against UV exposure (i.e. sunscreen via red light therapy) and how a single three-minute red light therapy treatment can significantly improve declining eyesight for an entire week! You will walk away from this episode with three new ways you can effectively utilize red light therapy: improving mental health, protecting your skin and improving eye health and eye sight.This episode digs into the science and is where new and novel red light therapy applications are uncovered. Enjoy! - On this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: The Biostrap Labs research study How data was collected for the study Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous systems How a 10-minute red light therapy session can significantly lower your stress and tap into your parasympathetic system How red light therapy reduces musculoskeletal pain How red light therapy reduces muscle soreness from working out How Heart Rate Variability is a new sector in red light therapy research Research for preconditioning your skin for UV exposure using light How red light therapy can act as UV protection for your skin Research about eye health How three minutes of exposure to deep red light in the morning can improve declining eyesight - Citations: BioLight Red Light Therapy Reduces Stress    Pre-conditioning Skin for Protection Against UV Exposure   Improving Declining Eye Sight With Red Light Therapy   To learn more about red light therapy and eye health, click here - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

In the second portion of this two-part episode on The Red Light Report, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Biostrap's Chief Science Officer, Kevin Longoria, where we take a deeper dive into biometrics, heart rate variability and the exciting results of the research study BioLight recently completed with Biostrap Labs. In the study, we ended up garnering different results than we initially hypothesized, but may have yielded results that are actually far more exciting and carry profound implications for your overall health -- especially considering the fast-paced, hectic world we live in today. Listen to this episode to find out what we discovered about BioLight panels and uncovered about red light therapy!   Kevin is an expert in the field of Clinical Physiology with an emphasis in cardiopulmonary and nervous system-based approaches to optimizing health and athletic performance. Early in his career as Chief Science Officer for a progressive neuroscience company, Kevin led validation studies and developed and implemented nervous system-based training systems for various populations ranging from severely compromised health to corporate wellness initiatives and professional athletic organizations. Kevin’s passion for research and education has led to his role as an international public educator for health and fitness professionals. He has also been a physiological consultant for various progressive health technologies with applications in the field of proactive and integrative healthcare management. Kevin’s recent accomplishments include leading training camps for various World Champion combat athletes, such as UFC World Champion Henry Cejudo, being a keynote speaker at the 35th anniversary of the International Congress of Sports Medicine as well as developing various algorithms and secured patents for Muscle Optimization Modulation and a predictive algorithm development for respiratory illness including COVID-19. Kevin is also on a Scientific Advisory Board Member of the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Currently, Kevin is the Chief Science Officer of Biostrap, a digital health company that has evolved from being a consumer wearable into a comprehensive health monitoring platform with a mission to improve human health on a global scale. You are going to gain some great insight into how you can optimize your health with biometrics and also how a simple ten-minute treatment with BioLight can dramatically decrease your stress. Enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Kevin Longoria discuss the following: His background in health and wellness How biometrics can play a role in day-to-day decision making for your health Heart rate variability (HRV) and its importance and health implications Parasympathetic vs sympathetic systems Seasonal changes in HRV Changes in HRV based on daylight savings Stressors of daily life that affect biometrics and HRV the most Recovery from daily stressors How alcohol affects HRV The research study Biolight did with Biostrap Labs The interesting results of the aforementioned study Where they would like to see more studies in terms of red light therapy How consumers have to dig deep to find verified products - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C_IvOAiEFyI - >>  BioLight Study Results

I remember when I was first seeking a way for BioLight to somehow become involved in a scientific study and have our products validated by research. It didn't take long for my path to entangle with today's guest, Elias Arjan.  At the time, Elias was overseeing an arm of Biostrap called Biostrap Labs, which he himself developed to help biohacking and wellness brands run their products through a valid research protocol -- utilizing the biometric data from Biostrap wearables -- to provide scientific evidence to support their own products. As you will learn from Elias, the biohacking landscape is tantamount to the wild wild west where there just isn't much regulation. Sound similar to the supplement industry?   On today's episode of  The Red Light Report, Elias talks in depth about his passion for evidence-based biohacking and how that would help combat misinformation and over-hyped marketing, ultimately empowering the consumer. He is also a bonafide expert in all things wearables and biometrics, so he shares his knowledge in these areas as well.   Elias Arjan is is a business professional, health and wellness educator, and biohacker. As a serial entrepreneur, Elias has started his own businesses and worked in and consulted for Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits.Elias is ​​the CEO of Business Brain, a strategic consulting firm that serves brands in the health, fitness, and biotech industries. As the Executive Producer of Bioscience LA TV, he is working to connect the ecosystem of bioscience companies in LA county and beyond. Elias is also a sought-after educator/speaker on wearable technology, biometric science and wellness optimization; as well as the former Senior Vice President of Biostrap. He has been featured in LA Magazine, NBC’s California Live, LA Business Journal, and multiple podcasts.    Elias works to optimize individuals and companies as a consultant and trainer and has been a leading proponent of evidence-based biohacking in Los Angeles and beyond. As the Executive Director of the Biohackers Collective, Elias is working in conjunction with organizers in 33+ cities worldwide to make Biohacking more accessible.   Elias has been featured in international publications for his work in the health, technology, and biohacking sectors. Elias is a regular contributor to the International Sport Science Association (ISSA), guiding fitness professionals on how to best use wearable technology to improve outcomes for themselves and their clients.Get ready ​for Elias to enlighten you about the world of biohacking and help you become a more critical consumer. Enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Elias Arjan discuss the following:  His background and how he became an educator in the biohacking world Evidence-based biohacking and his vision for approaching validation "Doing the science" and how you can validate claims made about your product Combating misinformation Placebo vs reality and anecdotal evidence for products Wearable biometric devices and the differentiation between them Sensors and how different types can dictate their accuracy in wearables How red light penetrates 10x deeper then green light Molecular sensing as the next phase of measuring biometrics Taking initiative in controlling your own health How to cut through the marketing and know what device to choose How supplement labels might not always contain what they say EMF and how the electromagnetic spectrum works Biostrap labs and its origins in his own experimentation Biohacks he currently employs - Learn More About & From Elias Arjan: LinkedIn -  Elias Arjan  Instagram - @eliasarjan  Websites: eliasarjan.com & Business Brain - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/axwr1KlsXug - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I interview an individual I met in Miami last month at Biohacking Congress. Today's guest, Barton Scott, approached me after my presentation on red light therapy and we immediately hit it off. And not just because we were like-minded individuals attending a biohacking conference. It also helped that we are both passionate about helping others heal and thrive at the foundational level -- treating the root cause versus providing the metaphorical band-aid. Where I love to advocate and utilize light, Barton is an expert in and proponent of optimizing mineral levels. He has an intriguing story of how his health journey led him down a path that eventually led him to founding Upgraded Formulas, one of the most trusted companies for mineral supplementation. As we all know, it's an n = 1 game when it comes to personalized health, but I think Barton says it best: "Test, Don't Guess!" Barton is a biochemist, founder, nutritionist, and a researcher. For the last 6 years, Barton has been the founder and process developer behind Upgraded Formulas. Supplements at Upgraded Formulas are absorbed into the body’s cells quickly due to the particle size and proprietary stability mechanisms; they largely bypass digestion for an enhanced improvement in absorption over regular liquids, pills and powders, which means increased effectiveness for you despite smaller doses.   Barton is passionate about helping people address the stressors of daily life: poor sleep, hormone issues, low energy, the toxicity of the modern world, the extreme lack of nutrients in our food and soil, and the nutrient absorption issues. Barton is one smart cookie and will broaden your knowledge in one of the most foundational pillars as it pertains to health​: minerals. Listen, learn and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses with Barton about the following: His health background story and how he came to develop Upgraded Formulas Gatorade, Powerade, and real recovery How he helped a triathlete stay in control during his race Potassium and how only 2% of people get enough a day Rebalancing minerals and how it affected him Achieving an optimal existence The hair test and how it’s accurate for detecting deficiencies How to understand the results of hair tests Global trends in terms of mineral deficiencies Iodine and how Japan consumes way more How minerals affect focus and which are needed for sleep What prevents mineral absorption His 11 day fast to heal some injuries Modafonil  Red light therapy and his experience with it Red light therapy and thyroid function  - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5t45DEmPAkk - Go to his Website: UpgradedFormulas.com  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/upgradedformulas  Instagram: @askbarton @upgradedformulas 15% discount code for listeners: redlight15 - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we are keeping with the biohacking theme and staying on "the other side of the pond," with the UK's leading biohacker, Tim Gray.  Tim has a seemingly typical story of someone that was stricken with health issues, turned to traditional medicine to no avail and, thus, sought out alternative, holistic solutions. But he didn't stop there -- not by a long shot. Because the biohacking scene was vitrually non-existent in London, or the UK altogether for that matter, he took it upon himself to introduce it to his country by putting together a biohacking conference. In a short period of time, the Health Optimisation Summit has become one of the most wildly popular biohacking conferences in the world! In this episode, you get to hear how Tim pulled that off along with other topics, such as biological dentistry, affirmations, nootropics, water, red light therapy and much, much more! Tim Gray, "The UK’s leading Biohacker", is the founder of the Health Optimisation Summit. As a psychology specialist, serial entrepreneur, and successful businessman, Tim founded and invested in multiple 7-figure businesses, including several digital marketing agencies and London’s first private Hyperbaric Oxygen Clinic.  After years spent self-healing his body from chronic health conditions through biohacking alone, Tim embarked on a mission to educate and empower the masses. As such, he created The Health Optimisation Summit, Europe’s largest health conference, which aims to provide people with the knowledge, tools, and resources to take their own health and performance to the next level. The summit is a world-first collaboration between the US-based health titans: Bulletproof Biohacking Conference, and PaleoF(x), which showcases the best speakers from the health, biohacking, fitness, longevity, nutrition, and function and preventative medicine spaces. Tim is also the man behind the Biohacker London Meetup group, a growing global community which laid the foundation in the UK for the summit’s success. With his in-depth expertise and knack for curating high-calibre content, Tim successfully draws in the biggest names in the health optimisation arena to speak about the most cutting-edge health-enhancing techniques. Figures such as Dave Asprey, Dr Satchin Panda, Dr Gerald Pollack, Max Lugavere, and Dr. Mercola are just a few of the speakers that Tim continues to work closely with.  Tim is passionate about optimising the brain and body to achieve mental clarity, stamina, and longevity, and lists Sleep, Dental & Oral Health, Gut & Digestion, Hydration & Mineral balancing, Nootropics, and Psychedelics as some of his favourite topics to speak about.  - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Tim Gray discuss the following: His background, journey into health, and how he founded the biohacking summit His health optimization digital course How everything leads back to nature His biohacking daily routine Finding your identity Mercury teeth fillings and its negative health implications Biological dentistry vs traditional Nootropics and psychedelics Microdosing Modafinil Quinton water Deuterium-depleted water and its potential benefits with keeping the mitochondria unclogged Blue light blockers and when/ how to use them Red light therapy panels and how he uses them How red light therapy heals How we can only see 1% of the world around us - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fvIavZtiVG0 - Find him on social media: Instagram: @timbiohacker Facebook: @timbiohacker LinkedIn: Tim Gray   Visit his website: Health Optimisation Summit   Check out his course: Health Optimisation Digital - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook