I’m not sure about near-infrared specifically, but I’m certain that shining light on yourself at “good” wavelengths can be beneficial. Specifically the use of a

I’m not sure about near-infrared specifically, but I’m certain that shining light on yourself at “good” wavelengths can be beneficial. Specifically the use of a 10000 lux led panel to mimic the sun in the morning definitely helps with seasonal affective disorder on gloomy days. The logic behind IR light is entirely plausible too. Light is energy, it’s not like photosynthesis is the only way an organism can leverage light.