Dr. Vanessa Ingraham is an Integrative and Functional Medical Practitioner and committed Yogi originally from the Bahamas and now resides in Piha, New Zealand.

In this episode, we explore the profound impact that light, our circadian rhythm, and sun exposure have on human health and the latest science that backs this up.

Vanessa questions some of the well-known advice around sun exposure debunking common myths which are validated in the scientific literature when you take a deeper look.

We discuss the benefits of natural light, the significance of seasonal light changes and practical tips for getting the necessary light throughout the day no matter where you find yourself on the planet for your health and well-being.

Links & Mentions

• Nira Lighting
• Flux: Anti-Blue Light Software
• Dminder
• Connect with Dr Vanessa Ingraham: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠ / ⁠Facebook⁠ / ⁠TikTok / Website

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• 00:00:00 — Who Dr. Vanessa Ingraham is and Why Her Work Matters
• 00:07:00 — The Impact Light Has on Human Health
• 00:14:25 — How to Navigate Seasonal Light Changes
• 00:20:46 — What They Don’t Tell You About the Sun and its Effect on Human Health
• 00:25:05 — Common Myths About the Sun and How to Safely Get Sun Exposure
• 00:33:03 — The Truth About Sunscreen and a Better Alternative
• 00:37:25 — The Benefits of Sun Gazing and How to Do It Safely
• 00:41:43 — The Importance of Near-Infrared Light
• 00:44:32 — Why Too Much Blue Light Has Detrimental Effects on Our Health
• 00:49:37 — How Blue Light Exposure Disrupts Our Sleep Even if We Think Otherwise