12/19/2025
☀️ Beating the Winter Blues Starts With Light
Short days and less sunlight don’t just affect mood — they affect energy production at the cellular level.
During the winter months:
• Less sunlight = lower circadian signaling
• Lower signaling = reduced mitochondrial energy (ATP)
• Result = fatigue, low motivation, “winter blues”
What helps?
1️⃣ Get sunlight early (when possible)
Even a few minutes of morning or daytime sunlight:
✔ Supports circadian rhythm
✔ Improves energy and alertness
✔ Helps regulate mood-related neurotransmitters
Cloudy days still count — it’s about light exposure, not warmth.
2️⃣ Support mitochondria with Red Light Therapy
Red + near-infrared light pe*****te tissue and stimulate the mitochondria — your cells’ energy factories.
✔ Increases ATP production
✔ Improves circulation
✔ Supports mood, focus, and recovery
✔ Especially helpful when natural sunlight is limited
💡 Think of red light as a winter supplement for your cells.
If winter leaves you feeling drained, sluggish, or unmotivated, light therapy — both natural and therapeutic — can make a real difference.
📍Available in our Recovery Room.
