Today's sunlight lamps do not resemble the antique sun lamps that once were so popular. Today's lamps are more technologically advanced and have been shown to provide some health benefits. Lift your mood with a sunlight lamp and start feeling better!
Studies have shown that sunlight lamps are effective in treating seasonal affective disorders. Even if you don't suffer from SAD it's common for a person to get the blues now and then and it's even more common during the winter. Many people claim they feel much better and revived after using sunlight lamps.
The reason these lamps work for Seasonal Affective Disorders is because they provide the full natural sunlight spectrum that the sun provides. It's also the same reason that in moderation they are good for everyone's well being.
But sunlight lamps can do more than make you feel better. They also are much better at reducing eyestrain and computer glare, than other compact fluorescents are so it's a good idea to replace your desk lamps with sunlight bulbs.
And of course as with everything these days, portability is key and these lamps are certainly no different. You can purchase a portable lamp that measures 15" x 7" x 3" and weigh only 3 pounds and it can be used either in a vertical or horizontal position.
The bulb that comes with the lamps is a full spectrum lamp with a reduced magnetic field and an electronic ballast which makes them very energy efficient. These lamps are flicker free they are great for fine motor tasks, reading, and for around computers. The lamp cover is unbreakable and made from a material that will not yellow and does not interfere with the prismatic light.
They lamps are grounded with an internal filter so you don't have to worry about interference with your radio, computer, cordless phone, television, or other electronics.
For many years artists have been using natural spectrum light to correct color perception and enhance fine detail. In the past few years, there use has caught on at home.
These natural spectrum bulbs aren't new. They've been used in aquariums for decades to simulate nature's full cycle allowing plants to grow, algae to bloom, and fish to grow. They are also use for reptiles and amphibians. They've kept these creatures healthy so it only makes sense that there could be benefits to us too.
Besides the benefits already mentioned, there are other advantages. They do not heat up like conventional lighting, and because the light is so much more natural they are excellent for working on fine detail projects. You can even get full spectrum lighting in magnifying lamps and task lightening. Very popular with dentists, jewelers, and graphic artists.
Dazor is a well known and respected manufacturer who was one of the first to jump on the full spectrum lighting bandwagon and there are many others who have followed suit. Most of these lamps are standard light fixtures with full spectrum bulbs.
In fact you probably have several lamps in your home that you could replace the old bulbs with full spectrum bulbs. A light bulb is considered full spectrum when it has a Color Rendering Index above 90 and a Kelvin temperature around 55500K.
If they use a 13 or 18 watt compact fluorescent you can replace it with a 22 watt circline fluorescent full spectrum lamp. Be sure to check your existing lamp for the maximum wattage it that can be used.
Sunlight lamps are a great way to bring mother nature into your home. Why not enjoy the full benefits of the sun's rays from indoors no matter what the weather. And you'll even find yourself smiling more often!
