As we move toward the fall and winter months, the amount of natural light available for our bodies to absorb is drastically reduced which can have a significantly negative effect on nearly 20% of the worlds population. Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, occurs when our bodies are deprived of the full spectrum light they require to function properly. This happens largely in more Northern regions of the world where the seasonal change is much more notable. The symptoms associated with S.A.D. include disturbed sleep patterns, a lack of motivation, listlessness and overall depression. The will to perform simple tasks is depleted and even getting out of bed seems pointless for many. Seasonal Affective Disorder has an adverse effect on our bodies and psyche, disturbing Circadian rhythms and sending perfectly mentally healthy people into a lethargic and depressed state.

But there is something you can do to reverse the damaging effects of SAD, without having to resort to the use of medication. Since S.A.D. occurs upon the reduction of sunlight available for our bodies to absorb, doesn’t it just make sense to find a way to replace that source during the darker months? With the HappyLight Full Spectrum Light Therapy System you can effectively combat Seasonal Affective Disorder and reclaim your life, while restoring your natural Circadian rhythms and positive sleep patterns.

The HappyLight Full Spectrum Light Therapy System (HPLD) by Verilux effectively delivers 10,000 LUX of Full Spectrum Daylight, providing your body with the light it needs to activate your natural mood enhancers. This brightens your demeanour, increasing energy and raising overall spirits. The HappyLight system shines with the maximum light therapy brightness recommended by the National Institute of Health, which allows you to bask in a full days dose of sun in just 30 minutes.

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Wake up and drift off to sleep with the rising and setting of the sun, just the way nature intended. No matter where we live, the natural rhythms of the sun change throughout the year, affecting the way many people sleep - throwing their day to day functioning out of whack. This occurs with much greater frequency in more Northern countries, where the transition from the warm, bright summer weather to the cold, short days of the fall and winter is much more drastic. Irregular sleeping patterns can also affect people are prone to shift and night work - causing them to sleep at times of the day to which the human body is generally not accustomed. The Wake Up Lamp by Philips simulates the natural rhythms of the sun, enabling you to fall asleep to the gradually dimming light of the setting sun, either mixed to the gently fading, built in spa sounds or your favorite radio station. In the morning, the Wake Up Lamp begins to steadily increases the intensity of light over a half hour period until your preset wake up time is reached. Equipped with a range of relaxing spa like sounds and a quality FM radio, you can to wake up gently to chirping birds, wind chimes, tribal drums, ambient melodies or your favourite radio station.  Featuring dual alarms and a snooze setting ranging over 20 levels of brightness, the Wake Up Lamp provides customizable settings letting you find the brightness levels that are just right for your comfort. The Wake Up Lamp also sports a snooze button, set at 9 minute intervals which deactivates both sound and light.

The Philips Wake Up Lamp emits up to 300 LUX of natural sunlight, assisting in regulating the bodies natural circadian rhythms, promoting a healthier, restful nights sleep and a refreshed, alert rise. It has been clinically proven that waking up with light improves your well-being, and several studies have shown that the Philips Wake-up Light truly improves the quality of sleeping and waking patterns.

The Philips Wake Up Lamp features a compact size perfect for any bedside table and sports anti-slip rubber feet for enhanced stability. Constructed with easy to use controls and a simple user interface, the Wake Up Lamp is a perfect choice for anyone, from the technologically savvy to those who may be little more old fashioned.

Never wake up to the screeching jolt of a conventional alarm again and say goodbye to restless nights and exhausted mornings. The Philips Wake up Lamp will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to face a fresh new day!

 

Do you find it hard to fall asleep at night, thinking about the day's events or the following morning? Do you feel stressed and restless upon bedtime, tossing and turning? When you finally fall asleep, how rested do you feel in the morning? Are you still groggy and feel as though you haven't slept a wink? If you find you have to drag yourself out of bed as the alarm screeches, and feel a complete lack of revitalization and rejuvenation… you might just benefit from the Rise & Shine Wake Up Lamp by Verilux.

The Rise & Shine is designed to help you drift off to sleep and wake you up gently with the use of natural spectrum daylight, that gradually fades in or out… mimicking the rise or fall and the sun. The simulated sunshine helps to regulate your body's natural circadian rhythms, assisting in the restoration of positive sleeping and waking patterns. Your body naturally wants to rise and set with the sun, and with the Rise & Shine Wake Up Lamp by Verilux, you can reproduce the sun, anytime of the day or night. You can set the light to gradually dim at intervals of 5, 15, 30 or 60 minutes, as though the sun were setting, sending your body into a deep restful slumber. The Rise & Shine also features a 15 minute wake up program, eliminating the need for screeching alarm clock and replacing it with gently increasing light, mimicking the rising sun for a natural rouse.

3 Stages of light from the Rise & Shine. Click for larger view.

The natural, fading sunlight can be combined with progressively increasing or decreasing sound. With several options of serene, spa like, nature sounds or your choice of music via the quality, built in FM radio… you can gently fall asleep and wake up peacefully to the soft sounds of nature or your favourite rhythmic beats. Wake up feeling refreshed, revitalized and ready to face the day.

This lightweight, natural alarm clock combines the relaxing ambiance of dusk/dawn simulator with a quality sound machine boasting full FM radio function, while providing the warming glow of a full spectrum daylight lamp. Reduce the clutter on your bedside table and say goodbye to the screeching sound of your old alarm clock, because with the Rise & Shine, you'll sleep like never before… just the way nature intended.

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The Rise & Shine Wake Up Lamp by Verilux features:

• 15 minute wake-up program;
• Progressively brightening light prior to waking;
• Natural spa soundscapes: Songbird Serenade, Ocean Rhythms, Pond Life Harmony, Streamside Melodies;
• Sleep mode, which gradually dims the light over a 5, 15, 30 or 60 minute period of time;
• High quality FM radio sound system;
• Dual alarms and 20 levels of brightness snooze feature;
• Minimal dimensions of 12” x 9” x 6” at a weight of 2.4 lbw;
• One year limited warranty.

Get your own Rise & Shine Wake Up Lamp today and say goodbye to restless nights and exhausted mornings.

Start your day with a 30 minute sun bathing session, right in your living room! With nearly 20 percent of the population, almost 3x more women than men, suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder this is an effective way to combat the deep feelings of winter blues, without resorting to pills, right from the get go.

What Causes Seasonal Affective Disorder?

As the days get shorter and the autumn approaches, quickly followed by winter, the amount of light we typically receive in Northern areas, significantly decreases, which can have an adverse effect on our bodies and psyche. Some people simply can't handle this seasonal transition and require help in order to remain functional, positive and happy.

How Can I Deal with SAD Without Relying on Medication?

Medication can be helpful in dealing with SAD, but so many physicians are just way too quick at the draw to prescribe anti-depressants to deal with issues that can ultimately benefit from alternative therapies, by addressing the actual cause of the problem. In the case of Seasonal Affective Disorder, the problem is that the amount of sunlight is significantly reduced, which decreases the amount of light that our body's are able to absorb. Knowing this… doesn't it make more sense to consider light therapy as a probable treatment?

How do I Know Which Therapy Lamp is Right for my Needs?

Well, with so many SAD Therapy Lamps on the market, it may seem a little overwhelming to some people to embark in the search. For those struggling with SAD already, the thought of another task may be almost debilitating. But hopefully I can make the process a bit easier by suggesting some wonderfully helpful products.

Due to its full spectrum capabilities and quality, lightweight design at a very affordable price, the HappyLight Full Spectrum Light Therapy System (HPLD) by Verilux is a great choice in helping you cope with your seasonal depression, as it shines as bright as the sun with 10,000 LUX of sunlight - right in the comfort of your own home. Bathing you in warmth without harmful UV rays, the HappyLight System provides an even, natural light, unlike systems that use LED lights, which produce pinpoints of harsh light. This Light Therapy Lamp is compact, adaptable, portable and can make a significant difference in your winter blues in as little as 30 minutes of exposure a day.

Key Points to Consider with the HappyLight Full Spectrum Light Therapy System (HPLD) by Verilux:

• 10,000 LUX of UV free Sunlight, which promotes the following:
• Activation of natural mood enhancers.
• Activation of "daylight response" which stimulates brain activity and energy.
• Effective treatment in as little as 30 minutes a day!
• No harmful exposure to UV rays.
• Provides an even, natural light, unlike LED models, which produce pinpoints of harsh light.
• Compact, lightweight and portable design which can be wall-mounted or used with the table-top stand.
• Weighs in at 6.8lbs with dimensions of 19.5"H x 13.375"W x 3.25"D.
• A true SAD therapy device, at a fraction of the cost of others.
• Learn more about how the HappyLight Full Spectrum Light Therapy System can benefit you.

The above popular and effective treatment lamp is also available in a smaller, more compact version as the HappyLite Mini Ultra Full Spectrum Light Therapy System by Verilux. This system shines with a bright 5000 LUX of full daylight spectrum anywhere, without exposure to harmful UV rays. Featuring a slim, decorative design and a minimal weight this is a great product if you are seeking a therapy lamp that won't crowd your space, while remaining very effective in activating your body's natural energy enhancers.

Key Points to Consider with the HappyLite Mini Ultra Full Spectrum
Light Therapy System by Verilux:

• 5000 LUX of UV free Sunlight provided by a patented 36W, high output, 10,000-hour bulb with Trucolite Phosphor
Technology.
• Electronic ballast and Flicker Elimination System provide no-buzz operation and instant-on, flicker-free illumination.
• Compact and decorative design, weighing in at a minimal 3.5lbs for easy accommodation on table/desktop surfaces.
• High/Low brightness control lets you control the light intensity to meet your preferences.
• A true SAD therapy device, at a fraction of the cost of others.
• Learn more about how the HappyLite Mini Ultra Full Spectrum Light Therapy System can benefit you.

We also offer the Verilux HappyLite Mini Ultra Full Spectrum Light Therapy System Duo. Get 10,000 LUX of UV free Sunlight with 2 lamps, or keep one at home and use one at the office.

In addition, we now sell the new Verilux HappyLite 6000 Full Spectrum Light Therapy System, which was designed to replace the 5000 LUX HappyLite Mini with an extra 1000 LUX of UV free Sunlight.

Key Points to Consider with the HappyLite 6000 Full Spectrum Light Therapy System

• Shines with up to 6,000 LUX of bright UV free Natural Spectrum® light to lift spirits, sharpen concentration and improve energy levels.
• Activates your body’s own energy enhancers to make you more alert and productive.
• Designed with a compact shape and a small footprint to make it easy to place in a convenient location.
• Has an energy-efficient, cool-burning 36-Watt 10,000-hour bulb.
• Comes with a convenient high/low switch adjust according to your personal preference.
• Includes best-in-class power system with electronic ballast and patented Flicker Elimination Technology™ to assure no-buzz operation and instant-on, flicker-free illumination.
• Your Verilux® HappyLight® comes fully assembled, ready to use and enjoy.
• Learn more about how the HappyLite 6000 Full Spectrum Light Therapy System can benefit you..

So, why should you choose a SAD Therapy lamp?

That's simple. Your well being is important and it is time to embrace alternative methods of treatment that truly make sense. Why force your body to change by taking pills to augment your depression, when you can first try the therapeutic and comfortable option of a SAD Therapy Lamp… a safe, natural method of providing your body with the sunlight it needs during the times of the year where it is not available. Literally at your fingertips, requiring minimal time and effort, SAD Therapy Lamps are an effective way to significantly reduce your winter blues.

Will a SAD Therapy Lamp Cure my Depression?

SAD Therapy Lamps are an effective treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder which can eliminate your physical symptoms and alleviate your depression over a course of short, daily exposures. However, should your physical symptoms disappear, but reform internally into feelings of guilt, it may be an indicator of a much larger problem and you are urged to seek medical attention promptly.

Seasonal Affective Disorder is treatable, so there's no need for you to feel like imprisoned within your own life, so break free and get the most out of the fall and winter with a SAD Therapy Lamp.