Light Therapy/ Chromotherapy

Source- www.coloranalysis.com...


Since light is the source of all color, it is only natural that colored light be the most common tool used today by physicians and practitioners of color therapy. Dichromatic lights provide pure color at its highest intensity. Physical healing is encouraged by directing colored light either towards the ailing areas of the body, directly through the eyes to affect the brain's hypothalamus, or by treating the chakra system of the body.

Color Therapy Lights

GE's Dichromatic Lights feature the purest, most intense color available in an incancescent type bulb. Provides warmth which is nice when treating colds, flu, and neuropathy in the legs and feet. Available in Red, Amber, Green and Blue.

here's what these GE dichro light bulbs look like- www.lightingsupply.com...
again, I got mine on Ebay- for like $19-$25 each.

Enlux High Intensity LEDs - use 65% less energy, lasts about 15 years, earth-friendly. No heat in the beam makes these lights great for treating larger at a closer distance a closer distance.

Instructions for General Therapy and Use for Infection Control

Illuminate the infected area for 10 - 20 minutes once or twice daily at a distance of two to four feet.

If infected area is on or near the face, please use the protective eyewear (I got sun tanning goggles for $2 on Ebay). I actually put the lights really close to my skin. close enough to feel warm. sometimes I lay in bed with light shining on me- my face and body. I adjust it when I feel like covering different sides of my body.

By the way, my cat loves to sit under these lights as well



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source- www.coloranalysis.com...
The Color Yellow and the Human Being

Yellow is a combination of the RED & GREEN rays and therefore is both stimulating and regenerating. Yellow is very advantageous for the nerves and the brain bringing a sharpening of the mental abilities. In Color Therapy it is used for psychological problems like melancholy, depression and world-wariness. Standing for lightness and cheerfulness it enlivens and comforts. Yellow carries additional physical benefits in its effects on the nutritional organs; the liver, intestines, stomach, spleen and bladder. Purification and elimination through the liver, color and skin are promoted by the Yellow ray.
Yellow light at 590 nm is used for its healing, draining and detoxifying properties. It is absorbed by the body fluids in the lymph and blood circulatory systems and promotes wound healing. Yellow light also increases lymphatic flow to evacuate more wate products and boosts cellular activity.
Chakra: Manipura
Location: Solar Plexus
Endocrine Association: Adrenal - see Red. Pancreas

The Color VIOLET and the Human Being
Violet is used in color therapy as a powerful healing energy with strong purification properties. On the physical level it stimulates the spleen and purifies the blood. It is considered an inspiring and spiritual energy. Lleonardo da Vinci wrote: The power of meditation can be increased ten times through the application of Violet light. It is excellent for getting in contact with our spiritual / higher selves and advancing ourselves on the path of enlightenment.
Chakra: Sahasrara
Location: Crown
Endocrine Association: Pineal Gland - involved with daily biological cycles.

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The Color RED and the Human Being

Red is used in Color Therapy when life forces need to be stimulated or renewed. Red is a strong physical stimulant that will help restore vitality, courage and self-confidence. Red activates blood circulation and the sympathetic nervous system. It helps with problems of the sensory nerves - hearing, taste, smell, vision and touch. Red stimulates the metabolism and purification.
Chakra - Muladhara (root/support)
Location - Base of spine. (to feet
Endocrine Association: Testicles, (Adrenals)
Adrenal Glands: Related organs/systems


The Color GREEN and the Human Being
The color Green symbolizes the harmonic cycles of nature and is the main healing color. It stands for balance, harmony, love, and growth. In color therapy it is used primarily to soothe irritation, bring balance and promote healing and growth. Green is the color of nitrogen which is the main component of our atmosphere and which is integral to the formation of bones, muscles and other tissues. Consequently a Green treatment is excellent for soothing soreness and tired muscles while promoting their regeneration. Green tends to have a very stabilizing, balancing and calming effect of the entire energy system. It is the color of energy, youth, hope, growth and love.
Chakra: Anahata
Location: Heart
Endocrine Association: Thymus - plays a role in the body's immune system.

The Color BLUE and the Human Being
Blue is the purest, coolest and deepest color of the spectrum and stands for rest, relaxation, sleep, regeneration and communication. Blue decreases blood pressure and heart rate, dissolves nervousness and stress and has a very calming effect on the entire organism. It is very effective in the treatment of headaches and sleep disorders. Blue is also a highly effective color for meditation, communication, spiritual growth and high mental qualities. Blue will help bring about the expression of one's creative power while bringing the individual to a state of peace and holistic balance.
Chakra: Visshudha
Location: Throat
Endocrine Association: Thyroid, Parathyroid

reply to post by betweentheworlds

Can you link us to the evidence that shows these colours have the very specific effects you're claiming for them?

Human beings have evolved to function best under sunlight. We don't do so well in darkness, or under light of any particular colour, simply because our eyes don't work so well in monochromatic light. It is unusual for a human being to spend all or most of her time in a monochromatically-lit environment. I suppose it is possible that very long periods of time spent under light of a single colour would cause our bodies to function differently in various ways, but one would hardly imagines these changes could be beneficial to us.

It is true that colour affects mood. But somatic (bodily) changes are something else again.

Please show us some scientific evidence, or stand accused of talking fantastic bollocks.

reply to post by Astyanax

Can you link us to the evidence that shows these colours have the very specific effects you're claiming for them?

Hmm. Half a month gone by and no response. Clearly there is no evidence, and chromotherapy is a crock.

Thought so all along.