Sleep with light

Sleep with light - a restful night's sleep with red light

A restful night's sleep with red light

Not everyone likes sleeping in the dark. But it is actually the healthiest way to sleep. Because: Researchers at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago have found that people who leave the light on while sleeping have an increased risk of diabetes and heart disease. The results of their study were published in the journal "Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences".

Further information on the sleep study

According to the research results of the sleep medicine team led by Dr. Phyllis Zee, people who are exposed to artificial light at night have poorer regulation of glucose and cardiovascular function compared to those who sleep in the dark. The researchers suspect that the light keeps the body more "awake". If you leave the light on when you sleep, the so-called circadian rhythm, i.e. our internal clock, is disrupted.

Normally, the human body recognizes that it is time to sleep by alternating between daylight and darkness. However, if you sleep with the light on, this signal is lost. As a result, the autonomic nervous system remains active, the heart rate increases and the blood sugar level is altered.

But what if sleeping in the dark is absolutely not your thing? Or there is a good reason to have a permanently lit light source in your bedroom?

Then there is a solution. The right light color is crucial. In this article, you'll find out what that is and how to get it in your bedroom.

Sleeping with light: the benefits

Sleep with light

Sleeping with light is not common practice. And yet light in the bedroom can have its advantages.

A sense of security: A dim light in the room can make you feel safer. Especially for people who are afraid of the dark, a soft light in the room can have a calming effect and convey a feeling of security.
Orientation: A soft light in the room can help you to orient yourself better in the dark. If you wake up at night and need to find your way around, a night light or dimmed lamp can help you avoid tripping hazards.
Relaxation: A dimmed light can create a relaxing atmosphere and help you fall asleep faster. It can relieve the stress of the day and prepare the body for sleep.
Sleep quality: For some people, a certain amount of light in the room can improve the quality of sleep. A soft light can help reduce restlessness and allow for a more peaceful sleep.
Sleep habits: Sleeping with the light on can also be a habit you've developed over time. Some people simply feel more comfortable when there is a certain amount of light and can sleep better as a result.

Think back to the study at the beginning of this article. The research says: light while sleeping is unhealthy. But then there are the benefits just mentioned.

Can't we combine the good with the practical? Sleep with light and health?

Yes!

And how?

With the right light color.

Which light color for sleeping?

Light colors 1000 to 8000 Kelvin - warm white, neutral white to daylight white

The best light color for falling asleep is warm, subdued light in a range of 2700 to 3000 Kelvin. This light color resembles the natural sunset and promotes the production of the sleep hormone melatonin, which can lead to better sleep.

You should always avoid blue and cold light. At least in the evening and directly before going to bed.

Okay, orange light to fall asleep is fine. But at night? Then it goes in a different color direction.

Red light for sleeping

Red light can actually help you fall asleep as it promotes the production of the sleep hormone melatonin. The effect of red light increases the production of melatonin in the brain. And this in turn helps to regulate the circadian rhythm.

The circadian rhythm - 24 hours

To summarize: Red light has a calming effect on the body and can help to regulate the sleep-wake rhythm.

So what would be the solution for you if you want to sleep with light?

Ideally, you should use a dimmable red light source. Place it in a suitable place in your bedroom.

Advantages of red light

Red light can have a positive effect on the cardiovascular system.

It has been found that red light can improve blood circulation and lower blood pressure. It can also promote relaxation and reduce stress, which in turn can have a positive effect on the cardiovascular system. In addition, red light can increase the production of nitric oxide, which dilates blood vessels and improves blood flow. However, more research is needed to understand and confirm the exact effects of red light on the cardiovascular system.

Dark vs. light = what can you do?

The fact is that rest and a dark environment are actually the basic requirements for healthy and restful sleep. However, this is not possible for some people, as they have to leave the light on when they go to bed in order to fall asleep at all. This not only has a negative impact on the electricity bill, but also on health.

However, there is a compromise: the use of red light.

The solution: red light to fall asleep

Red light can promote melatonin production. This in turn causes you to become tired and fall asleep in this light. Even if you place a red light source right next to your bed.

However, it is important that the light source is dimmed considerably. Because light remains light. And the study from above speaks for itself.

Dimmable ring light with red light function

We from Lichtblock have heard you.

Our Uno red light lamp is very popular in our community. And the outer ring is also often used as a used as an evening light source. In the living room when relaxing. Or in the bedroom.

That's smart. But when it comes to pleasant lighting, a practical compromise had to be found.

So we thought about how we could make your life easier. The result:

Our ring light.

Lichtblock Luce - ring light with 3 light spectra

Our ring light is super light and portable. It comes with three light modes:

Warm white, candlelight and night light (red light).

Our warm white offers a natural, full-spectral light with a high color rendering index of Ra 98. It is ideal for everyday lighting and provides clear, pleasant colors. The candlelight mode, on the other hand, creates a cozy atmosphere in the evening. And the red light is the perfect light just before going to bed.

Tip if you want to sleep with light: Select the red light mode on the ring light and dim it way down. You'll have a sleep-inducing light source in your bedroom. The light also has a practical timer function (the light switches off automatically after 5, 10, 30 or 60 minutes).