Red Light & Photobiomodulation with Sarah Turner
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In this episode, Sarah Turner joins Teemu Arina to discuss every aspect of Red Light therapy and Photobiomodulation. They cover the effects of different wavelengths of light and recommended types of devices for different treatments and use cases.
Sarah Turner has a postgraduate degree in Clinical Neuroscience from Roehampton University in London. She also holds BSc degrees in Psychological Sciences and Nutritional Medicine from Westminster University and Thames Valley University, respectively. Currently, she is pursuing a diploma in Photobiomodulation at the University of Montpellier in France. During the initial decade of her career, Sarah worked as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. Her role involved planning and conducting experiments to examine the impact of electrostatics on physiology.
Sarah actively participates in the Biohacker movement and has had the opportunity to interview prominent thought leaders, visionaries, and experts in the field of Biohacking. Through these interactions, she has gained a deep understanding of the crucial role of physics in relation to biology. This has ignited her interest in the areas of quantum biology in health, photomedicine, and consciousness studies. Sarah's primary focus lies in photobiomodulation, which involves utilizing specific light wavelengths and pulsed frequencies to enhance optimal functioning, with a specific emphasis on brain-related issues. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CeraThrive, she spearheads the production of a red light therapy system that specifically targets the gut-brain connection.
Learn more about Sarah and CeraThrive at https://www.cerathrive.com
This conversation was recorded in November 2023.
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Key moments and takeaways:
00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina
01:00 Sarah's background
02:40 What contributed to the popularity of photobiomodulation?
04:09 Targeted effects of red and near-infrared light
07:14 The method formerly known as LLLT and PPM
08:35 Activation of cytochrome c oxidase
09:31 Increased blood flow
10:31 Collagen production
11:17 Headaches
11:51 Sleep and glymphatic drainage
12:45 Improving one system benefits another
14:33 Stimulating different organs
16:22 The body is always trying to return to homeostasis
20:15 Red light will not produce a tan
22:51 Mitochondria retransmit light
23:56 We are beings of light
25:33 Sarah's favourite applications of photobiomodulation
27:58 Targeting the gut to reach the brain
30:40 Degenerative diseases
32:30 Mental health issues
34:09 The skull: skin and brain
36:47 Mouth bacteria management with Lumoral
37:56 Red light as a non-invasive method of treatment
41:37 Different types of red light devices
43:26 It's difficult to overdose red light
44:13 How to best treat joint pain
45:58 Influencers are misrepresenting the use of devices
46:34 When to choose red vs. near-infrared light
47:31 Be careful with red light on your genitals
49:52 Your body (and common sense) will tell you if you're doing it wrong
50:36 Reproductive health
51:20 Red light therapy for race horses and farm animals
53:07 Wake-up lights vs. red light during the winter
54:43 Where to find out more about Sarah's device
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