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Can't tell if satire but if not can you provide us with some links as to why you decided to try it and how you decided on the specific setup?

by Tenoke 7y ago

oasisbob 7y ago
> Scalp application of red and NIR light is a new application for LED technology. More than 30 years ago, however, it was observed in human cadaver studies that red (600 nm) and NIR (800–900nm) wavelengths could penetrate through the scalp and skull (∼ 1 cm). Two physiological changes associated with exposure of cells to red and NIR wavelengths of light are: 1) Increased production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) by the mitochondria, and 2) Increased vasodilation/regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF), explained subsequently. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4043367/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4043367/
- solotronics 7y ago
  whoa. so a helmet that bathes your skull in near infrared light could supercharge your brain (or fry it...)
manmal 7y ago
2y ago I was reading selfhacked.com a lot, and photobiomodulation/LLLT kept popping up. The founder also interviewed Prof Hamblin, and I found that one _very_ interesting [1] and wanted to give it a try. I started searching around, and found lots of promising studies. Even 2 small studies with LED helmets that vastly improved Alzheimer's symptoms (at least for ~2 weeks, so patients need to keep up the routine; they actually produced some for the study alumni so they would not relapse). I anxiously put that cheap CCTV light on my forehead for 3 minutes, and after ~30m noticed that my sense of smell improved greatly (probably because the root of my nose was also irradiated). I smelled slight scents that others didn't - so that was what tipped me off that this thing could really work. I also noticed a few hours later that I could think more clearly and with more endurance, for about 24h. So I just kept it up. Over time, the positive effects kept lasting longer, and then there were times where I didn't use it for weeks on end. Currently I use it a lot because I have a deadline to meet. It's a real life changer - I don't ever worry anymore that I can't finish a project because I'm brain dead after a few days of intensive work. Being able to fully rely on your ability to make money is huge if you previously were not. I also know that I'll be able to learn and apply new concepts if needed, no matter how tired I am (I have little kids). 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAW8Fvg-TJQ&t=662s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAW8Fvg-TJQ&t=662s
- Tenoke 7y ago
  Do you notice much difference between just flashing those CCTV lights at your head vs making a helmet of some sort? I'm curious to try it, so far I mostly see positive responses from those who have but I am yet to invest more time into researching it.

Can't tell if satire but if not can you provide us with some links as to why you decided to try it and how you decided on the specific setup?

by Tenoke 7y ago

Can't tell if satire but if not can you provide us with some links as to why you decided to try it and how you decided on the specific setup?

oasisbob 7y ago

> Scalp application of red and NIR light is a new application for LED technology. More than 30 years ago, however, it was observed in human cadaver studies that red (600 nm) and NIR (800–900nm) wavelengths could penetrate through the scalp and skull (∼ 1 cm). Two physiological changes associated with exposure of cells to red and NIR wavelengths of light are: 1) Increased production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) by the mitochondria, and 2) Increased vasodilation/regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF), explained subsequently. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4043367/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4043367/

solotronics 7y ago
whoa. so a helmet that bathes your skull in near infrared light could supercharge your brain (or fry it...)

manmal 7y ago

2y ago I was reading selfhacked.com a lot, and photobiomodulation/LLLT kept popping up. The founder also interviewed Prof Hamblin, and I found that one _very_ interesting [1] and wanted to give it a try. I started searching around, and found lots of promising studies. Even 2 small studies with LED helmets that vastly improved Alzheimer's symptoms (at least for ~2 weeks, so patients need to keep up the routine; they actually produced some for the study alumni so they would not relapse). I anxiously put that cheap CCTV light on my forehead for 3 minutes, and after ~30m noticed that my sense of smell improved greatly (probably because the root of my nose was also irradiated). I smelled slight scents that others didn't - so that was what tipped me off that this thing could really work. I also noticed a few hours later that I could think more clearly and with more endurance, for about 24h. So I just kept it up. Over time, the positive effects kept lasting longer, and then there were times where I didn't use it for weeks on end. Currently I use it a lot because I have a deadline to meet. It's a real life changer - I don't ever worry anymore that I can't finish a project because I'm brain dead after a few days of intensive work. Being able to fully rely on your ability to make money is huge if you previously were not. I also know that I'll be able to learn and apply new concepts if needed, no matter how tired I am (I have little kids). 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAW8Fvg-TJQ&t=662s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAW8Fvg-TJQ&t=662s

Tenoke 7y ago
Do you notice much difference between just flashing those CCTV lights at your head vs making a helmet of some sort? I'm curious to try it, so far I mostly see positive responses from those who have but I am yet to invest more time into researching it.