Red Light Therapy: Eye Health Miracle?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

New Info on Red Light Therapy for Dry Eye kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4WlZ4V9jraViqs

[@ArunSharma-q9z]

Pl do videos on pbm to reverse cataract, presbyopia etc, devices, their use etc. Thank you

[@JustMyOpinion1010]

From the comments what is clear is that the settings are important to avoid potentially bad outcomes. Please can you make more videos with specific information, not just broad overviews? Thank you

[@annkazunas7207]

Please tell what brand more on red light therapy as I have MD and just couldn't bring myself to have any needles shot into my eyes. This for over a year ago that they wanted to start the shots. Do any counteys shot the eyes with needles even for war to get soldiers to talk. I just can't do any needles in my eyes. Even makes me so sick to my stomach I could vomit.

[@berthasherman6929]

Thank you so much for the information. It's been at least 6 months since you made this video. Can you recommend the best and safest Red Light Therapy equipment for laypeople. Thanks.

[@khayeelwilson-el5370]

To be honest, I’ve used red light therapy on my face with the eye goggles on for about 3 months, and one thing that I’ve noticed recently is that a long black floater that’s been in my left eye for decades is no longer there.

[@travelguy1564]

I wear goggles as well, use the light panel about 12 inches from my face for 5 minutes every other day. I think my face looks better, only been doing it for about a month, nothing big yet in regards to my eyes.

[@eugenetswong]

Thank you. That's great news. I'd love to get rid of mine. It's distracting. Were there safety issue when you used it, like not using it for too long?

[@khayeelwilson-el5370]

@@eugenetswong …no safety issues while using the goggles. I usually do 15 minutes at least once a day. But, sometimes once in the morning and once in the evening. You sleep better as well. ❤️

[@eugenetswong]

@@khayeelwilson-el5370 Thank you!

[@jesusisalive3227]

I have bad floaters, I'd love to get rid of them wormy things!

[@Donnybrook10]

My sister is 64 and received 2 infusions of stem cells for spinal cord damage in her neck which was from an injury. A pleasant side effect which the Doc never mentioned was that her vision was restored to 20/20 or better and she no longer needs glasses. She wore bifocals as she couldn't read without glasses either. Miraculously, she can read without glasses again. She also mentioned her skin has been rejuvenated and noticeable muscle mass in her legs spontaneously returned. She is pain free now.

[@qwerty90615]

Wow

[@kathymiller7086]

That is truly amazing!

[@marymarechal7293]

Did she use her own stems or from another person. Thank you.

[@skarhead7597]

Pretty sure it's always your own stem cells...harvested from your own fat or bone marrow (tapped at the hip) ​@marymarechal7293

[@sweetbeep]

How does stem cells reverse near sightedness?

[@PhoticSneezeOne]

I am suffering from dry eye disease for about 6 years. Tried everything, nothing worked until now. I bought a 50 watt red light led bulb with 660nm and 830nm near infrared led chips (for around 50$). 10 days in with a 2x 15min exposure routine my dry eyes improved so much i can´t believe it. Remember to close your eyes! Eyelids are far less swollen, morning dryness is reduced and inflammation is nearly gone. EDIT: Someone or something is deleting my answers to all of you. DON`T use it with your eyes open. The manufacturer doesn´t matter as long as you get the wavelenghts right (630-660nm is the key - the near infrared 830nm is just a bonus to heat up the glands)

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Wow thanks for sharing that. What red light did you get? Can you link it?

[@diplodocus3]

Wow, thanks for the exact wavelengths!

[@Gengh13]

​@@DoctorEyeHealthit doesn't matter, he specified the wavelengths, it that and not too much power so you don't cause damage and that's all.

[@brent6549]

Did you keep your eyes open during those two 15 minute exposures or eyelids closed?

[@PhoticSneezeOne]

@@brent6549No, since it´s for sure a low quality controlled chinese unit i close my eyes during therpay. Don´t want get potentially harming wavelenghts into my eyes like UV etc.

[@modemarose4497]

How refreshing, to see a young ophthalmologist bringing this type of information to the public. Good Job 👌🖤🙏

[@keithbyrd7566]

Please make additional videos on the optimal red light wavelengths, distance from the source, duration of exposure, etc. for optimizing eye health.

[@Bob-v3g4m]

You can find all the necessary info online, but most proper Red Light panels offer the same bandwidths, some with more than others, but the basic works; 610nm - 860nm. Distance is around 6 inches from the panel, but you can stand back as much as a foot and still get benefit. Duration depends on the power of the panel itself, but 10 mins is optimal. I just close my eyes, and use my hand as a rough measure.

[@Royalbloodline1990]

@@Bob-v3g4m😊😊😊

[@Dan-iy8ig]

You mean use your arm, correct? ​@@Bob-v3g4m

[@nthomasaz]

@@Bob-v3g4m I would caution that some red-light panels are far more powerful than others and the power distance and time are critical for dosing. 10 minutes in front of my panel at 12 inches would be way too much.

[@Bob-v3g4m]

@@nthomasaz I thought I made that point, but obviously not clear enough.

[@rlwings]

I've been going to a Red light Sauna and my skin got so soft, especially on my face! - Also lots of extra energy and a sense of well being. - No kidding, this 'Red' thing is real!

[@rlwings]

@mtbin2 Awesome. Hope you guys continue to enjoy the health benefits... I might buy one of those $2,000 home units (in Canada). Cheaper over time I guess.

[@rlwings]

@mtbin2 awesome, good solution.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Love hearing that!

[@dawne3522]

I’ve had the same experience with red light therapy and IR sauna

[@hahnje8019]

I am in the process of buying a red light sauna. Do you need to wear protective eyewear?

[@stanronn]

Id love to see a step by step on how to use light therapy for the eyes. Like how close or far to sit is safest and should you look directly at the light or if you should close your eyes. I haven't seen any explanation videos on this and im afraid to do it wrong. Thank you for this information.

[@wisted]

Agreed. Same.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

It definitely depends on the instrument being used. But I hope to make more content on this.

[@stanronn]

@@DoctorEyeHealth please do. I look forward to watching it 😊

[@lisaschwegel3520]

Comments on a different video said some had experienced diminished floaters just from the red light mask, and no they weren't intentionally looking into it.

[@Dreamopticsredlightglasses]

check our glasses out (you just wear them like normal glasses)

[@KotoriOnWheels]

This is sooo timely! I've been using my panel (660nm and 850nm) for the last week finally at the right distance (very important) and my chronic corneal ulcer AND dry eyes has been sooo much better!

[@smarzig]

Distance?

[@brent6549]

Do you keep your eyes shut or open?

[@luvkhuntoria]

Curious to know abt the distance and duration of use as well

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

What panel device? and what distance are you using?

[@cavsomecadence6117]

​@@smarzigIntensity/ wavelengths

[@marneangel7]

I don't know if it's helped my eyes but my skin looks AMAZING! I'm 52 and I'm always floored by the difference that my red light panels make for my skin!

[@supercal333]

Which ones do you have?

[@marneangel7]

@@supercal333 Platinum LED

[@cybersnafu1]

What distance from skin do you use?

[@marneangel7]

@@cybersnafu1 6 inches

[@Mslindabelinda]

Been using my red light panel for about 2 months 10 minutes a day and a couple of weeks ago I noticed that my distance vision. was better without my glasses.

[@leahmatteis7800]

May I please ask what red light you have?

[@chelseaandhobbes]

Eyes open or closed? What distance fro, the unit

[@suzannahjames5264]

Do you cover your eyes with goggles? Would really appreciate it if you could help us all on that. Thank you.

[@Mslindabelinda]

No goggles . I use a "Red Therapy Co" panel. Not the cheapest but highly recommended.

[@Mslindabelinda]

​@@chelseaandhobbesopen

[@RebekkaHay]

Red Light Rising in the UK recommends their devices for eye health and they give precise instructions on how to use their devices for that.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thanks for sharing! I will research that!

[@thriftwithjoy]

Thank you.

[@MaxPommer-h6d]

I also live in western Europe, so are there devices that can be used in continental countries? And do they also work at 670 nm deep red frequency light?

[@avkmurthy203]

It is very useful and promising to say the least. Please make additional videos about this subject as soon as you get any further info. Thank you very much for making this video.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

For sure! I am getting a TON of questions on the subject so I will be making additional videos for sure.

[@renesonse5794]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Please do so ASAP. Many of us are in need of proper information. I learned of RLT from Dr. Jack Kruse who was one of the early pioneers. He spoke of RLT being able to eradicate AMD but did not get specific with distance, duration, etc. He also mentioned that personally he wouldn't close his eyes when treating AMD though understands why it is officially advised to do so to prevent potential lawsuits. Many of us are desperate and desperate people without proper knowledge can be destructive. We need an Ophthalmologist to discuss this in detail.

[@mikapinky]

Yea please make a video about red light devices for dry eyes!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Working on it!

[@donnacharles7348]

It’s the ☀️! And it’s free!!! Go outside, naked eyes.

[@ROGZI3L]

​@@DoctorEyeHealthsomething specific for dry eye because of LASIK,please. Someone had mentioned a very specific eye drop I could buy on Amazon but the screenshot I thought I took of it seemingly vanished or failed. I bought thealoz duo hoping it was the correct one as they are $$$ but nothing specifically say dryness from laser eye surgery

[@loufelk]

😢yes please

[@Snappypantsdance]

Dr., Please forgive my boldness, but I don’t trust the FDA any longer. I also don’t trust the folks who put their blind trust in that organization. Too many breaches of trust going on there. I would much rather trust a doctor such as yourself who has peoples’ best interest at heart, who is truly doing R&D to help them. New subscriber.

[@Lilcurious1]

I would have liked to have seen a more in-depth study done on the equipment that's currently available to the public and the effectiveness of each one based on a comparison.

[@clairelegault7046]

Alex Fergus on KZbin does all kinds of comparisons of red light therapy panels. Check him out

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

I will see what I can do in regards to eye devices specifically.

[@jamesdempsey5702]

Biomax makes great lights

[@Lilcurious1]

@@jamesdempsey5702 Thanks for the info!🌟

[@conniewinslow755]

I have a hand held Bioptron light with infared with 7 colours, made in Switzerland which uses various filters. I have the beginning of Wet Macular degeneration. Using it foe 2-2:30 minutes a h morning? No retailers near me now. I’m in NZ. I am trying to listen to all your videos. Thanks.

[@ItsMeNanaD71]

I’m here to see if this will help stop macular degeneration. Edit: damn as a 53 yr old, I’m learning my near sightedness could have been helped or reduced greatly?! Will it still help in my 50s? I’m now near sighted yet require bifocals in my daily life. It’s so frustrating. Better late than never to find these things out. THANK YOU DR FOR ACTUALLY HELPING PEOPLE & figuring out how you can still get rich from posting it for all of us! I hope you make millions off your YT Channel!!!!! ❤❤

[@ChevySS1968]

I'm 73 and have a small, high quality, flexible red light LED panel. I heard about the beneficial effects of allowing some red light to get into eyes. I also heard (online) that it was best to do the red light gazing (RLG) close to first waking up. So I did a tiny little bit of RLG for a couple of weeks, and I swear my vision did get better. BUT.... worried about safety, I stopped. I think this is a marvelous topic and hope you will dive deeper into it. Thanks!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey Thanks for sharing that! I too thought about the whole sungazing practice - I remember sitting on my uncle's boat as a kid and closing my eyes and seeing how the sunlight would create the deep red light shining through my eyelids. The warmth on my skin and the light through my lids felt good. But yes, safety is number 1, especially with the eyes. I am digging more into the published research and trying to consult with a few researchers I know about safety limits.

[@donnacharles7348]

Go outside & get the sunlight. Red light is out sunrise to sunset. So much full body reset benefits. Best in health

[@martinezstre]

The nature sun.. god gave us ...the right frequences are there

[@jennytaylor3324]

As long as there's no UVA/UVB you're good. I have a Bioptron, and my mum's going to start using it, as she's going blind. Works well for dry eyes, according to studies.

[@mai_8j888]

Andrew Huberman (very popular YT creator, perhaps you heard about this from him?) If not I recommend looking up the early morning sunlight video. He's a Stanford professor of ophthamolgy so he should be a reliable information source of what is safe. He said so long as you do not look directly at the sun but in the general direction you are OK.. I think he suggests doing about 10 minute per day, depending on your latitude. Also in the evening.

[@LivingTheGroovyLife]

I've been using a full body panel red light every day for the last few years. It's been amazing! After just a few months of use I was able to stop using a prescription for dry eyes! It is awesome for my skin, and I feel it calms me and gives me a relaxed feeling! Great video!!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

What device do you use? I would love to read more about it.

[@LivingTheGroovyLife]

@@DoctorEyeHealth I use Platinum LED Biomax panels!

[@flyingcircus808]

How effective would be going for a regular daily walk in the sunshine with or without wearing sunglasses? Reply

[@zarni000]

​@@LivingTheGroovyLifedo you feel heat when use? I am wondering how different this is from using infrared sauna.

[@LivingTheGroovyLife]

@@zarni000 I do feel warmth from it. It feels amazing!

[@Darnabymom]

I hope the FDA doesn’t approve it. The cost will go up and only a few companies will benefit. I do hope research continues and we can keep learning the correct way to use it. I used it every morning for my mom (102 yr) who had a stroke and also had macular degeneration. She lost a lot of eyesight after it, but the red light did help it to improve some. It was just a grow light on an adjustable stand. I used it while she ate breakfast. I have used it for healing, like with my back, hip, and legs. It isn’t mind blowing, but it did help speed healing.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

I don't think the FDA will wber even acknowledge it... Just the phrasing of it the media will ridicule it, just imagine it "healing ligjt people are using light to heal themselves".

[@saraht2450]

right! like why is "food" & "Drug" in the same "agency" name...

[@Thleta]

agreed the fda needs to be outright abolished. they do not have our best interest at heart. they are trying to kill us, i truly believe it

[@janieb8308]

Yes. I would like more red light videos for dry eyes. Also to improve eye sight.

[@titanbuck7]

We need a list of safe products.

[@ivinskio]

This video came at the perfect time for me. I've been struggling with dry eyes and occasional eye fatigue, probably from all the screen time. After a bit of research, I decided to try red light therapy and ended up purchasing a panel from Future Form Official, a company in Norway. I've been using a 660nm and 850nm setting, twice daily for 15 minutes each session. My eyes feel less irritated, and there's a noticeable decrease in dryness. It certainly has made a significant difference in my daily comfort. Thanks for shedding light on this therapy, and please, keep the info coming!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey thanks fo rsharing what device you are testing out. I am compiling a list to research and will do a breakdown of wavelengths/powers/distance etc and where safety limits are.

[@albineg]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Yes please do. There is no reliable info out there and the field needs it!

[@kristimeiners9405]

@@DoctorEyeHealth I did red light therapy for dry eye at my eye doctor's office. It helped tremendously, but it was $250 and will have to be repeated. I asked her about getting a unit at home. She said that would be find but told me to keep it between 650 - 700 nanometers. I JUST opened my MitoADAPT MIN that I got for Mother's Day and am very hopeful. I need to figure out how far to sit. When I did the therapy at the office they put it very close to me and I kept my eyes closed. With this panel I can change the nanometers and make it stronger for other things and wear the eye protection when I do that. Would appreciate your comments on this one. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge.

[@kategoldstone-zx9mo]

Thank you for sharing! How far away do you sit? And do you have your eyes open or closed?

[@ivinskio]

@@kategoldstone-zx9mo I sit about 12-18 inches away from the light during the therapy. I keep my eyes closed to protect them from the direct exposure. It's been helpful for my dry eyes and eye fatigue.

[@ahmetberkman]

I have seen at a Canadian website stating that studies have shown that red light therapy can improve blood flow to the optic nerve, reduce oxidative stress, and promote the survival of retinal ganglion cells. While further research is needed, these findings suggest that red light therapy may have a role in managing glaucoma.

[@BlingyBea]

That would be amazing, I have glaucoma and I’m on 2 different eye drops (expensive) plus Restasis for dry eyes.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes! There are also some studies on glaucoma, but they are not as robust in my opinion. Perhaps I will do a second video on some of the other research, including glaucoma, central serous retinopathy, LHON, and others.

[@barbarak8158]

Cld u send the link? I have optic nerve damage. TY

[@dustykent5259]

@@DoctorEyeHealth looking in the comments for CSCR. Glad to see it mentioned. Very interested to see information about the research. Seems like treatment hasn’t changed much in the last decade. Pulsed laser (nMSL) is interesting but not widely adopted as far as I can tell. Any laser treatment seems high risk, low reward both in outcome and recurrence. Almost anything that promotes retinal healing, one could reason should also help CSCR.

[@whowhy9023]

@@DoctorEyeHealthplease do more on red light. Glaucoma & safe devices would be super interesting.

[@trio5936]

I have been a type 1 diabetic for 42 years and have developed diabetic retinopathy. I have been getting injections every 8 weeks for the last 4 years. Seeing new research like this makes me so hopeful for the future! I am going to ask some questions to my retinal surgeon next time I go in and see what he knows of the research. Maybe I can be his guinea pig 😄 thanks so much for sharing!

[@markhedger6378]

You might find a recent UCL (City) study done which finds that 670nm light for 15 minutes after eating can bring blood glucose leaves to normal .

[@manyfeather2knives423]

Your dr is there to keep you sick. How do you think he gets paid? Healing people? You can bet he’ll be down on this. ,

[@ziipher1]

You can legit CURE your diabetes by changing your diet to the carnivore diet. Lots of information on KZbin by doctors who are trying to help people realize this. Cure yourself and live longer. Good luck.

[@Seago-hz1gt]

Try carnivore diet to reverse your diabetes and save your eyes. Dr. Ken Berry has KZbin videos that will help you so much.

[@daleval2182]

You can buy Red Light eye cups around 120$

[@Midnightrider773]

I know this may sound weird but I sit outside on a sunny day with my eyes closed for a short-time, the red-light that comes through from my inner eyelids floods my vision with red-light. I hope this helps somebody 😌

[@ammonshumway]

I've been standing in front of a red light lamp off and on for a few years for skin health. A few months back I realized I had stopped needing to put eye drops for dry eyes, can see road signs farther away, and can no longer see black floaters in my eye that I used to see once in awhile. My shoulder, which had a persistent mild pain from a volleyball injury stopped hurting. I figured the red light was helping my eyes, and not surprised to find this video talking about it. My red light came with eye covers, but I stand in front of it without them, but with eyes closed if I'm six inches close.

[@conorclancy6291]

Do you mind if I ask how much yours cost? I'm seeing some red light panels for 500-1500 euro and not sure if that's crazy high or not.

[@ammonshumway]

@@conorclancy6291 Sure, I bought the PlatinumLED BIOMAX 300 in 2019 for about $500 USD. (I think they were having a sale at the time. It shipped from California. I picked up in Utah, and it fit perfectly in my carry-on bag to take back to Montreal, where it would have cost more in CAD). Looking at the website now, they sale for 622 euros (and USD). The current model looks to have some advancements since my model. I haven't used other devices, but my Biomax 300 is well built, and still works like new, 5+ years later. I had watch a in-depth review an Australian guy did with PlatinumLED, Joovv, and 3 other manufactures. PlatinumLED had the best overall score and decent cost-to-value.

[@Thleta]

its sounds hyperbolic, but red light therapy treated and practical healed my shoulder after my first ever session... the same day

[@AlsanPine]

lol, all my lighting in my cabin is deep red light. i switched to red light in the late 70's. it did stop my myopia and i like deep red light anyway. it is the best light to read with. long ago i eliminated the blue on my monitors and then phone. the red light may be new to public research but it was researched thoroughly by certain entities by the 70's.

[@NinaBoulton]

I am going to try that in my home thanks 😊

[@AlsanPine]

@@NinaBoulton make sure you get deep red LEDs. i made my own lights as my place is on solar bat. and dc is much more efficient. you want the longest wavelength red LEDs you can find. think deep blood red 🙂

[@nineteenfortyeight]

What entities? 😶

[@curlyhairdudeify]

​@@nineteenfortyeight NASA

[@karenf9137]

@@nineteenfortyeightI’m not saying he’s the only one, but there is an Ph.D., M.D. by the name of Alexander Wunsch who has studied light/light therapy for years. You might be interested in his research.

[@GM8101PHX]

When I served in the Air Force I worked in two fifty foot high alarm towers as we had nuclear weapons 24/7 on base. Both towers came with a dual light switch so we could select standard white light and red lights. We were taught red light makes for excellent night vision especially when requiring the use of CCTV monitors to see the alarm fields if an alarm went off!! it was also comforting to the eyes and we had sun shades over the windows of the towers!! This worked day or night in any weather conditions including heavy snow fall!!

[@GM8101PHX]

I must add this was back in 1980 when I was serving, the military knows red lights help with vision at night!!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yeah! I remember seeing red light used in movies during military scenes. In my vision science courses, I later learned that red light does not neutralize the rhodopsin in your photoreceptors, essentially not causing the bleaching and recovery period experienced with other light.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

What was it like knowing you were around nuclear weapons?

[@donnacharles7348]

@@GM8101PHXthey know what they’re doing. Keeping us uninformed while fueling the problems.

[@bigelectrickat]

Yep. Use to use red lights to illuminate inside the cockpit (for night flying) of a couple single engine airplanes I flew back in the day so it didn't disrupt your night vision outside the airplane

[@ElysianAngel3000]

Would love to see a video that really delves into specifics, like wavelength, power density and fluence. It would also be great to see videos on the devices that are currently available (so we can understand which are good for what and why). Thank you, I would love to watch such videos!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

100% I hope to make a video on all that.

[@Kube_Dog]

Yes, if wavelength (frequency), light intensity and exposure time are not specifically detailed, this a) won't work, and b) could harm. This is like telling people a supplement is healthy but telling them nothing about dosage, etc.

[@vivianavargas4587]

Where do you buy the red light?

[@TheSpaceofNotKnowing]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Yes, I would like another video on this topic, delving into the specifics, best wave lenghts, best time, for how long, safety considerations, etc. Thank you!

[@angelikablossfeld5427]

Yes, please make more videos about eye health and red light therapy for dry eye and macular degeneration. Which devise to use etc.

[@ptarlow7708]

Thank you for this promising info on the study of a red light device for treating macular degeneration. I’m an 83 year old artist who is trying to keep my sight going so that I can keep working.

[@SonyaMoncrief]

The best red light is the sunrise. I’ve been doing it for years.

[@janmoore4062]

This is so encouraging to me. My Mom had Macular Degeneration and I have extremely dry eyes so I am hoping you will keep us informed on the research for eye health and red light therapy. Thank you for this video!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

YES! Will definitely be making more videos on this topic. Right now, I plan to do a video just on red light devices for dry eyes as there are already some devices on the market (Both clinical and OTC). But as soon as we have more info on macular degeneration, I will be reporting on that too.

[@ensom]

awesome, this is my primary interest as well. i have a couple red light devices i use already. and im curious about the devices for dry eyes, and what wavelength they are using. one interesting thing is that red light therapy is known to help reduce blood sugar, it probably improves the ability of mitochondria to convert glucose to atp. so people who may have diminished vision from higher than ideal blood sugar may have better clarity of vision, even after they use red light therapy devices on other parts of their body. i use a wrap around my torso. it has noticeable anti-inflammatory and pain reduction effects.

[@zahrasheikh1144]

I wos got dry eye does the dry eye look creepy scary?

[@bkm2797]

Hopefully you will also let us know if insurance will cover the costs, like advantage care that so many have today. All these holistic processes are great, but the problem is they aren't usually covered and cost are crazy. Thanks in advance!👍

[@n.c.1201]

​​​@@DoctorEyeHealth I have been watching a few of your videos because I have a dog with chronic dry eye. He didn't have it the first year of his life but has had it for 7 years now with no relief even after 2 months of medication to help him produce tears. Do you know of any info for pets and if testing works on both dogs similarly to its effects with humans? Maybe worth a video...

[@lynnrMcR627]

Sooooo happy to have found your video. I am a healthy 73 year old but getting depressed from a recent diagnosis of drusen. (Every time I miss a ball in pickleball I worry that I'm on the path to macular degeneration. ) The optometrist suggested vitamins, but the internet has been less than positive about treatments for macular degeneration. So I'll be watching for any trials of red light therapy. If that could also help my droopy eyelids/bags, I'd be more than thrilled.

[@01maggie]

Get a red led light and use with eyes closed. Don't wait. Also reduce triglycerides ( fat products) Eat 1 cup of Wild blueberries 🫐 every morning... Found only in frozen food ... Wymans a great brand. Don't use organic only wild blueberries 🫐 Really slows down degeneration. I also started Nattokinase...breaks up fibrin in body. Use 2000fu. If in anti coagulant don't use( aspirin or prescription drug)😊

[@RuthBeswick]

Yes. Please make red light devices for dry eyes

[@Barbara-er1co]

After watching this man, Dr. I tried red light therapy on my eyes. I have dry eyes constantly drip after one session. My eyes today are normal. I have drops and I can get back to reading without my eyes every five minutes so I could sit her out a miracle and I thank you very much and I’m so glad I found you.

[@deboraholaso9000]

And thank you for your interest in this area and sharing this information! I know for many of us who have been diagnosed with either dry eye, macular degeneration, diabetes and any other eye disease it is pretty discouraging when your told theirs no cure just possibly slowing down the rate of eye sight damage.😔

[@PatriciaRodriguez-dm7oc]

My gums also drastically changed!! Zero inflammation!

[@BecPlumbe]

That’s really interesting! Do you use a red light panel, or another kind of device?

[@organicvids]

Using red light gum therapy and ear therapy. Noticed gum improvement.

[@q-tee-pie]

Do u have to smile to get the benefits probably a daft question but I wondered that myself before would it help with mouth health or teeth.

[@PatriciaRodriguez-dm7oc]

@@BecPlumbe Hi Bec, I use a facial light. It looks.like a dome that covers my face!

[@PatriciaRodriguez-dm7oc]

@@q-tee-pie I use a dome shaped red light that covers my face. The light is directed all over my face and neck areas, so I didn't open my mouth!

[@smae433]

Thank you for your research, I appreciate you going down the rabbit hole and coming out the other side with gleaned information.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

My pleasure! I appreciate that. More to come!

[@Dianna_Lee]

I use red light therapy almost everyday and have seen huge improvement in pain and skin health. I use a platinum led bio max 900 for the body, this device comes with glasses to wear but, i have a omnilux face mask that i use on my face and it says you can actuallly keep your eyes open while using this mask and go about your routine while using it. So i would like to know what your thoughts are on these two devices for eye health. Thanks so much. You have been a huge help to me in my dry eye struggles.

[@b9eda9ad]

I know you are asking the DoctorEyeHealth but I would say if you are not directly irradiating the face just close your eyes and do not bother with the glasses. Could be that at some power setting (or even max) it could still be safe for face with eyes closes but probably better to wait for more studies.

[@zarni000]

​@@b9eda9adlikely does not matter. Infrared passes into tissue even if eyes closed

[@zarni000]

How much heat do you feel when using this? Wonder how different it is from infrared sauna

[@pennyfoster2759]

I'm in the uk and have bought some glasses for red light treatment for the eyes as used and recommended by UCL in their research. It recommends 3 minutes in the morning 1 or 2x /week. Actually it is pre timed so you turn them on then it automatically turns off after 3 minutes. Only £60! I have dry eyes and am slightly long sighted so need reading glasses. So far so good! Early days though! Will report back if I remember!! 😊

[@Dreamopticsredlightglasses]

these are ours

[@marianrowling5370]

I got these to Penny

[@dianadeejarvis7074]

How's the treatment working out for you? Inquiring minds want to know.

[@margaretelmajed2335]

Where can I get them pls.

[@Dreamopticsredlightglasses]

@@margaretelmajed2335 from us Margaret

[@HansLemurson]

I started using a Red Light device to see if it could help my face. I didn't want to wear the safety glasses that came with the device since I wanted my eyelids to get illumination too, so I've just been keeping my eyes tightly closed while using it. It leaved my vision dark and blue afterwards, but that recovers after just 5 minutes. I haven't noticed any problems with vision, and in fact I have the vague sense that my vision has gotten...sharper? Not something I was expecting, and could just be wishful thinking. But it just seems like colors are more distinct, and edges of objects are crisper. And I notice this more strongly in my left eye, which despite having a mild astigmatism, was on the side getting most of the illumination when I take a "light nap", just dozing off with the Lamp on the left side of my pillow for 20 minutes. Maybe my eyeballs will melt out of their sockets in 10 years, but so far no problems!

[@moralizade]

Can you tell me the Power of your RL device? And the distance you sit for your face?

[@cheritayoung9791]

Thank you for this video. I have had red light therapy in a Lymphatic Drainage session. I definitely noticed a difference right after my treatment. I suffer w/a Macular Pucker. Had a vitrectomy w/no success. Looking forward to more videos on this topic.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

Just saying. My eyesight got better by accident after using Red Light therapy. I have a large panel that I use for my whole body, I stand on it with my eyes closed, I never look at the light directly. I mainly bought it for skin, joint, and anti-aging properties.... My skin looks amazing. So back to the main topic. I have my old eye Rx's, and I was at -1 on each eye (different cylinders, different axis). And since I started using it my eyes went from -1, to -0.75, to -0.50, to -0.25. The doctor said that next I see her, I will probably have 20-20 vision; and I did told her about the Red Light therapy that I'm using. I use it daily, 5 minutes on the front, and 5 minutes on the back. I do it in my room naked.

[@ls-888]

My eyesight improved after using red light therapy,without the goggles, just closed eyes when using on the face but ,I mainly use it for a hand injury.

[@sandragittleson9750]

Can yo name the device you are using.. maybe separate the letters so it doesn't get deleted. Thanks so much. Appreciate you all. ❤

[@curlyhairdudeify]

​@@sandragittleson9750 I bought it from the Amazon(rainforest), and the maker is H-O-O-G-A. I hope it doesn't get deleted as usual.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

​@@sandragittleson9750 H o o g a, from Ama-zon.

[@curlyhairdudeify]

​@@sandragittleson9750 H o o g a, from the Jeff Bezos site.

[@guybaot]

It seems that finding the correct frequencies of electromagnetic waves (wavelength )and the right amplitude (power) is the big aim. Thus more research is needed.What is good for skin therapy is not necessary so for retina.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

1000% - Different wavelengths do different things and the power put into those wavelengths also make a difference. I hope to do more videos breaking down some of this.

[@b9eda9ad]

​@@DoctorEyeHealth That they do different things is a bit true. 'what is good for skin' one not sure at all, I would say mechnism is pretty same. For sure we need to know the power safety limits and which energy delivered is best since often benefit can lower if too high (mice volunteer wanted). Frequency probably more important for the nerve/brain part of vision so might need to be tuned for specific problems.

[@lori41]

More on meibomian glad dysfunction and red light therapy please!

[@jennacrystalblue2244]

I am an xray tech. I made it well into my 40s without needing readers. Only one in my family. But we had darkroom the majority of my career. So I was in and out of red light for yrs. And when we went digital, no more darkroom, within 2 yrs i needed readers, i developed cataracts within 1yr at age 54, had posterior vitrious detachment with retinal tears and blood floaters at age 57, and at 61 now have the obligatory posterior capsular opacification.

[@plum_loco]

This is part of aging. Almost all start growing cataracts in early 50s, I also had the PVD coincidently on my birthdays at 58 in right eye and 59 in left eye both with floaters that are still around. Cataracts are too early and do not require surgery according to my eye doctor even though my night vision has become terrible at 62.

[@chelseaandhobbes]

Look into NAC eye drops they reverse cataracts

[@craigmcivor3034]

Take a look at DMSO. 20% dilution is rumoured to get rid of cataracts.

[@transmitterguy478]

I'm a 65 YO male and have posterior vitreous detachment that I think was self-inflicted a year ago by using a body vibrator on my head and nose area for sinus relief. I'm trying a red light.

[@michelleblock]

I'd be really interested in red light therapy devices for dry eye. Thanks for your great videos!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes! Will be working on that!

[@davenooner2142]

I have used a homemade red light unit I made for pain from inflammation and such. It works great using just three common LED frequencies. I would love to know what frequencies are either good or bad for the eyes. With the ease of access to LED's of all types, I would bet someone like myself will want to try some therapy on our own. Most of us cannot afford thousands of dollars to buy a unit already made. It can be a sight saver to know what is going to be a bad choice before we do damage, please. Thank You for all your research and videos!!!

[@b9eda9ad]

Could be cheap LED pads from China would be enough in terms of frequency. I would go for at least 2 frequencies with lower in the 650-670nm range so it is clearly visible and it is easy to avoid over exposure. 2nd frequency like in the 800-940nm range. 850nm are cheapest, 810-830nm might be better (at least more studied), 940nm would penetrate further and could have slightly different effect.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes! I will definitely plan to make a video going over the various wavelengths and what they do for the tissues. Even the devices used in clinical trials right now usually have 3 different wavelengths being used. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.

[@davenooner2142]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Thank you, I look forward to the information.

[@oneguyontheinternet7578]

Super cheap security floodlights can fall into the right wavelengths. I've healed 2 broken bones with them. I'm hesitant to use them on eyes though.

[@davenooner2142]

@@oneguyontheinternet7578 I agree with you. I would worry since we both know they penetrate tissue better, the further into IR you go. I have also used red LED's for relaxation/sleep glasses with tremendous good results. I am talking saving jobs and, life from self hurting. I fortunately never had bad issues from the glasses.

[@boulderdamcottage4926]

Yes I would be interested in specific products, thanks so much

[@5000IU]

that would be awesome!!

[@susans6647]

I have thyroid eye disease and just underwent my first surgery to correct the eyes. My doctor said I could use my red light device to promote healing. I would like to get your opinion on exposure time and frequency of use. I undergo the second eye surgery in one month.

[@thomaxtube]

Thank you for bringing this up: I use warm (incandescent) redlight daily on my body and about once a week on my face, sometimes eyes open, it feels very healing on every part of the body. I do not think red LED Light (void of infrared heat aspect) is good for the eyes at all. There’s also ancient yogic teachings about sun gazing, for healing the eyes and nourishing the body. I’ve been doing that for over 10years now, it’s amazing safe & natural & free source of full spectrum light therapy 😊 if the sun is too bright at the time you’re out to see it just close your eyes and enjoy the infrared healing effects as those wavelengths penetrate into into the eye through eyelids, helping the eye to become stonger and accustomed to light. Similarly wearing glasses blocks big part of the spectrum, Leading to further eye degeneration. So sungazing is extra important if you wear glasses or sunglasses when you’re out. thousands of years of

[@kimnarveson5190]

I am excited about this for both my dry eyes and vision. My dad also has macular degeneration and I am hoping to not have that passed down! I would definitely be interested in more videos on this topic so I can choose wisely.

[@clarewillison9379]

Same here except it’s my mum affected. This is very exciting hopeful news.

[@1957Marcus]

A video about dry eyes and red light care along with the equipment used would be great.

[@vickiekunau5154]

I am interested in more videos dealing with wavelengths and devices available to treat macular degeneration and diabetic eyes. Thanks for the video!

[@jaycarver4886]

You may want to start taking Astaxanthin. It's a powerful carotenoid and very protective of the eyes and skin ( is even considered to work as an internal sunscreen). An excellent brand is BioAstin Hawaiian Astaxanthin. Comes in different strengths with 12mg being the strongest. It's reported to improve visual acuity but you may need to take it for a few weeks or month or two before noticing results. It's probably worth a try. Go look at Joel Hayden "Astaxanthin and the Eye" Best of luck!

[@nicolaerasoi5063]

Check Dr Jack Kruse about the sun exposure in red light therapy

[@catherinebourdon8258]

Fascinating! I so wish my loved one could still be alive to try this therapy. I would have been such a blessing.

[@StripedCheeseBread]

The College of Syntonic Optometry has had much information about red light for quite a while. Their recent conference went over a lot of literature. You can access it through Digivision when this released in a few weeks. Additionally, it’s not just about getting the red light, but eliminating the blue light. Violet light mid day is important for myopia according to newer research. UV light is also very important in metabolism and adaptation to UV for the skin. It is now very hard to find a lens that transmits UV which is scary considering the way industry has moved us. The worst part is Congress once again sold our health down the river by their incandescent ban.

[@Avacado721]

So ditch the sunscreen? Or what to do?

[@StripedCheeseBread]

@@Avacado721 I won’t tell you to ditch the sunscreen. I have personally haven’t used sunscreen in a very long time and just went covered because every time I burn easily. Then after learning about this, I just do not use my contact lenses and spend some periodic time without any lenses at all and I haven’t burned or burned very little with the same amount of sun.

[@ЛарисаОстровская-у9т]

@@StripedCheeseBreadThe sun can be dangerous in tropical climate. My son got eye floaters after beach vacation in Cuba. He did not wear sunglasses.

[@StripedCheeseBread]

@@ЛарисаОстровская-у9т the sudden change of environment can be overwhelming for the body. A diet high in anti-oxidants is important to help adaptation and proper hydration is also needed. Does your son wear contact lenses? Also did he wear sunscreen?

[@firstlast2034]

The FDA would NOT be the go to for me!

[@storminnormin2570]

Yeah Doc. As mentioned in the comments. Floaters and cataracts. Any promising info?

[@JIMKATSANIDIS]

Super helpful video, Dr. Allen! Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level red light wavelengths to promote various health benefits. Red light therapy has been investigated for its potential benefits in promoting wound healing, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain. However, the research in this area is still in its early stages, and more robust clinical trials are needed to confirm these findings. Therefore red light therapy should be used with caution when it comes to eye health. 🙌❤

[@b9eda9ad]

Exactly and if treatment has no effect on intended disease it usually has side effects which are always beneficial🙂

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

I think the one issue I am most concerned about is the use of some of the OTC red light devices. How do we know what exact wavelength, power or fluence these devices are manufactured with. In addition to that, what stops a person from running those devices for longer periods of time or more frequently?? I know some people think "more is better" but that is unfortunately not true when it comes to these medical devices and treatments.

[@JIMKATSANIDIS]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Well said, Dr. Allen! Thanks for replying and keep up the good work! ❤

[@JasonPruett]

thanks AI

[@redtoplanding5160]

@@DoctorEyeHealththat’s what warnings are for. Unfortunately this gives FDA control in order to protect high dollar pharma drugs & surgery. Progress has to be fought for every step of way & when everyday public learns & buys product for healing that’s when crack down occurs or before when submitting. FDA forces unwieldy cost for review & acceptance. FDA biggest scammer on block - imho

[@HeWhoShallNotBeShamed]

I look past my red light a few times for about 10 to 15 seconds. That allows me to read small print without readers. Works every time, giving me about a week that I can read small print on my phone. I don't know the mechanism of change, and I'm not a doctor.

[@redlightglassesonthischannel]

yes

[@ambi63]

Thanks for exploring this subject! I have been using a panel LED light for over a year and find that it helps with muscle soreness and skin health. I recently began to expose my eyes to the light for a few minutes in the morning. I am 68, and would like to know more regarding proper use of red light for the eyes. How long to expose eyes, distance to panel, best frequencies...

[@helenfami7551]

Thx for the initial sharing. Pls do share more on “how” to use red light for dry eyes and myopia at home, such as wavelength and devices etc

[@mattipollari8905]

Very interesting presentation. I recall having red lights on board ship when I was at sea conducting trial. It seemed to be calming, and certainly helped with night vision. Additionally, Two of my sailboats had red light options. My wife’s family has significant eye issues, and this information appears to be a great help! Thank you!

[@davidcollin1436]

Red light at night is for low external visibility, not the same frequency.

[@filmic1]

Neat cause I turn on a red Dark Room light (Kodak Red, Nº1A) in my Living Room in the late evening and often walk around my apt with the red light on on my head lamp. Makes my eyes feel so relaxed. I'm T2 Diabetic.

[@frederikaguggolz3337]

Thank you for your encourageing video re : AMD. So far there is no cure "in sight" ! Therefore non invasive Red Light Therapy is so appealing! Is the " beurer " infra red lamp a device that would be helpful or dangerous for the eyes ? There is also a Rife Machine - of which the glass tubes put on your eyelids emtting frequencies and red light are supposed to be healing. However I have not been able to get a confirmation as to the safety of the procedure (for BCX ULTRA). I am getting scared , with no clear direction and little hope offered from anywhere.

[@delvingmind]

I started using red lights as well in the evening and was astonished to be able to see way clearer. I wear contacts and reading glasses, but in the red light I found my eyes adjusted better and I end up not wearing my reading glasses as much. I asked my eye doctor why this would be, and he had no answer for me. I also use the red light on my headlamp for middle of the night bathroom trips…doesn’t affect my sleep at all.

[@filmic1]

@@delvingmind When I get to bed, I will then turn a low white light on my headlamp to read. I'll put on the red to get to the BR when I'm woken up by Mother Nature.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Interesting!

[@filmic1]

@@DoctorEyeHealth now I'm actually reading with the red light on on my headlamp. Didn't take much to adjust.

[@stellabythesea1492]

Thank you so much, Dr. I'm very interested in red light for dry eyes. Please keep me up-to-date on any products that I can purchase

[@mitche5007]

Ok, so I'm pretty sure that my NEAR infrared light sauna uses 900 NM light bulbs - yet the manufacturer suggests wearing special green colored glasses to filter out the red light to protect your eyes. So, what is the TRUTH for eye safety/health? Thanks.

[@kimberlymcgrath6516]

I have AMD and would love to hear about specific devices or their requirements for safe treatment as soon as possible, please! My vision is already doubling and my right eye is much weaker and is dry too. This would mean the world to me to be able to at least slow the progression. Improvement would be absolutely incredible! Thank you for providing these informative videos.❤

[@halcyon-cg2eb]

You also need to look into your diet, very important. Certain fruits and vegetables are very helpful for eye health, and certain other foods (coffee, sugar, white flour, processed foods etc) destroy it....

[@kimberlymcgrath6516]

@@halcyon-cg2eb I appreciate your advice. My diet is extremely clean and natural. Due to MCS, I have not ingested any ultra-processed foods in over 10 years. I only eat organic fresh/frozen fruits, vegetables and meats, no grains, no dairy, the only sugars I eat are from fruit (mainly green apples & berries) and occasionally a little raw honey or maple syrup. I have not touched coffee or alcohol in 20+ years. I have supplemented with (AREDS 2-type) eye vitamins, but my eyes were getting worse so I stopped and they have improved slightly since. I found this to be valid from a research study that showed that artificial vitamin supplements can accelerate the deterioration in some people.

[@jewelleryaddict]

Have been using for few years. Husband for keeping his hair and ache and pains. I use for fibromyalgia pains and for my face, it really makes your skin look so nice and youthful. At near 70 works great. Our cats love it and we must pull them away from it because they will lay right against it on the floor. Bought our online at Ebay. The 660 and 880 panels. Not handheld ones The VA uses on veterans and some vets use for animals.

[@luvkhuntoria]

Do you use it with shades? Like to protect the eyes?

[@jewelleryaddict]

@@luvkhuntoria no I never did cover my eyes and get 5 inch away for my face for 5 mins. Our cat looks and lays looking right in the light for guess 3 or 4 years now also. This picture is me at 65 hardly a wrinkle. But good genes too. Don't use a small cosmetic lamp but large heavy one for body.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thanks for sharing! Do they panels have a specific brand?

[@jled1995]

The va has this for veterans? I’m a veteran

[@jewelleryaddict]

@@jled1995 I am also am a veteran, Air Force. Yes, they use in VA hospitals to help heal wounds for broken bones mostly last I read/heard.

[@MariaGeorge]

I would love to learn more about red eye treatment for dry eyes and what to look for in an effective device including devices that you could recommend. Thank you for all your well-researched and informative videos!

[@candacekerber8896]

This is WONDERFUL information we all need. I bought a MITOREDlight after hearing Jack Kruse tell story of elderly father-in-law curing his macular degeneration with red light AND NO GOGGLES. Dangerous but tempting if u have AMD. Please make a video specifically on this issue. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with enthusiasm.🙏❤️

[@tesscot]

Aren't dawn and dusk or perhaps sunrise and sunset the time to get red light from the sun and no ultra violet? Maybe just not wearing sunglasses before say 9 am or after 6 pm would gain benefits.

[@jpintero6330]

I have been using my giant LED panel with my eyes open (not looking directly at it) for a long time. It improves eyes, that is for sure. At 51 I have no presbyopia.

[@loves2singh]

So you turn your head to the side, you look at the ceiling or floor? Please explain.

[@Tyler-iu7fu]

Professor Glen Jeffery (UCL Institute of Ophthalmology) uses a couple of devices in his research studies. Eyecharger which is a small torch that is shone into each eye separately, and also another type which are glasses you wear for the treatment, the name of which I can't remember! I have just bought Eyecharger but its only recently arrived and haven't used it yet. Supposed to be 3 minutes between the hours of 7am and 11.30 as this has been proven to be the best effect on absorption by the mitochondria in the retina. Also uncertain how often to use as the blurb on the box is different from what Prof Jeffery recommended in his video.

[@sherylsterling5307]

Can you give me a website to order? I looked on their website and can’t find anything

[@louisem2097]

Hi, could you update us on any success you’ve had with these glasses? What were you trying to achieve and what progress have you made?

[@tmv820]

Thank you Doc! Yes, would love to hear more about this area in future videos!

[@ProvocateuAstrology2]

More and more I use red light therapy. On injury on my foot. I've also had it done professionally on my foot. It does remove inflammation. The foot is better. As a result, I need it from my eyes. So tell me where to go and what to do to get red light therapy for my eyes.

[@deannahenry8314]

Just thinking aloud here... I have a sneaking suspicion that a lot of eyesight issues modern people have has to do with these red and maybe yellow frequencies being absent because we no longer look at low fire and embers in the evenings. Ill be looking at this research to see if the frequencies that seem to help are the same or nearly the same as the ones put off of low fire and embers.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

I had similar thoughts!!

[@deannahenry8314]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Green goggles came with my mat. I have not used it on m face at all and was wondering about those goggles. To use or not to use...

[@JanghanHong]

Like how they figured that oats had skincare benefits from the skins of oat millers in the past, can't they do some research on photograph developers who works in the red-light darkrooms all day?

[@davidcollin1436]

Darkroom red light is not the same as 660nm near infrared light.

Please, keep updating us regarding this new treatment!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

absolutely!

[@jamessharier7529]

This is the first I’ve heard of this, I’m 71 with diabetic related eye issues and this sounds very promising. I will be discussing this with my eye Dr. Thank you

[@lyno5462]

I've been doing red light therapy for stopped up oil glands, it melts the oil, and the Dr pushes the oil out. My vision was a lot better. I didn't know it was for macular degeneration too.

[@thesteammachine1282]

Has anyone from here had any actual experience with these red lights ? Ive been on the verge on getting them for 3-4 years mainly for arthritis (no idea if it actually works ?? )and as the video states, hopefully cancer prevention at home . The only thing that was bothering me, isn't it dangerous to be irradiated from this light ? I will dare to guess that red light is not like uv light and probably not all light sources are harmful as one might think . Can someone with experience or knowledge please stop by to share what they know and is it safe to sit in front of this every day for 30-40min ? Cheers

[@amyfrost5951]

Very encouraging and would like more information regarding types of devices that are truly effective and not just cash grab junk.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes! I am always skeptical of weird products on the market.

[@morganjen1962]

Search Cassandra Bankson's videos, she does one on which red light masks to avoid.

[@tubbytuber]

@@DoctorEyeHealthYes there’s a lot of junk, but there’s also a lot of extremely overpriced products that have fancy marketing but essentially the exact same leds found in products literally 1/10th of less of the cost. Many panels are repurposed greenhouse lamps with imprecise wavelengths. Without testing and standards this marketplace is absolute chaos for consumers. Shame on the FDA for letting these situations develop. It’s similar to the supplements industry. Chinese factories, a multitude of new brands, wide price ranges… mean consumers just don’t know what they are buying.

[@LajosKormos.]

@@tubbytuber link(s) to those 1/10th priced products please. thanks

[@MichaelChoi]

Wow, I just remembered when I was a kid with an eye infection my eye doctor had me do a red light therapy. This was in the 90s, why is this a new concept these days?

[@redtoplanding5160]

FDA reject & blocks = cost prohibitive & reject high for alternate healing!

[@DynamicUnreal]

The sun does amazing things for the human body that we have barely begun to understand. This brings hope to me as a recently diagnosed severe dry eye disease patient.

[@jpintero6330]

Oh no! This is not sunlight!!!!!

[@jpintero6330]

Oh no! Please understand this is not sunlight!!!! Red light is not sunlight!!!!

[@DynamicUnreal]

@@jpintero6330 Sunlight has the entire spectrum of light including red light and an even better one (near infrared red light) which is invisible and penetrates deeper into the human body. So yes, sunlight has red light in it. Of course you shouldn’t look directly into the sun because the damage UV light does to the retina, but even UV is responsible for the production of Vitamin D which has a role in bone health, and mood. The sun regulates so many things in the human body and it’s extremely important to get adequate sunlight daily.

[@lisalapoint7022]

Actually, sunlight has infrared as part of its very healing spectrum. Just being in natural sunlight (NOT staring at it) WITHOUT sunglasses and sunscreen, both in early morning and mid day are excellent for your overall health. Walking barefoot on grass, sand, dirt, etc also reduces inflammation overall.

[@DynamicUnreal]

@@lisalapoint7022 I wrote this but I don’t know what’s up with KZbin deleting normal comments lately.

[@trl859]

Is there any research on red-light helping NAION? I was diagnosed with this in my 40's, which docs said was unusual, but it changed my life in a negative way obviously. I keep praying for something to be developed to help.

[@JohnLoty]

Thank you for your research and "public service" of making this video and informing us of the latest research. I'll be 80 soon and have been told that my vision (no need for glasses yet) is "borderline" and that I will probably be legally required to wear glasses for driving after my (compulsory) 80th birthday eye test. So I would like to purchase a suitable (safe and effective) red lamp 8(for red light therapy home use) and so would welcome any suggestion as to brand or technical specification that you would suggest...fully accepting that whatever decision I make is my total responsibility. I live in NSW Australia and am in good health, exercising moderately and attending sauna and swim daily. Your recommendation would be greatly appreciated. And again thanks for your work.

[@bikira2]

Very interesting video but you raise a lot of red flags about home red lights. I mean, you raised more doubts than certainties. It's ok it's new science as you said but now I think, you need to make part II clarifying what to do to make home RL secure for eyes, please. Thank you very much

[@davidcollin1436]

Send him $50K for the research

[@dennissorensen8765]

Yes! Let's go DEEP! Retinal necrosis here. And protein buildup on the lens after some 5 or 6 Ozurdex implants in the eye. I am more than willing to try looking at a red lamp to regain even a bit of lost eyesight.

[@FinnishTomato]

Very interesting video! I've only heard of red light for myopia control in my lectures, and found it rather unsettling that we do not know the long term consequences for the children who are using it now (the myopia devices are available in some clinics here in NZ). My professor suggested it may possibly contribute to macular degeneration in the future from the exposure to the light? The theory I heard was that it simulates the effect of exposure to the sun to control myopia, but I haven't done much research into this area, and like you said, how it works isn't well understood yet. The theory you presented is pretty interesting. I think for now it would be safer for treating macular degeneration or eye diseases that occur in the older population, because the long term effects are unlikely to occur within the patient's lifetime.

[@lynnforehand3767]

This is exciting news. I've used a pulsed light panel for skin care for quite awhile. Suddenly my dry eye condition has disappeared. Is there a connection? From this video I learned that it's possible. The days of total reliance on our doctors to protect our health is over. I've learned to be more self reliant by doing my own research. Now, to find a doctor that isn't offended by bringing up that research & questioning them might prove to be somewhat difficult. 🙁

[@amandafrick]

What red light product did you use? I'm also interested in using red light to help with dry eyes. My eyes improved a lot from IPL but been wanting to try continuous red light exposure to help further as I am still experiencing dryness.

[@jensperl81]

We got a therabulb a couple days ago and my husband’s wet MD is slightly improved. Now, he’s taking/doing/eating a WHOLE LOT of different things for it, but I think this is what kicked it into high gear. He takes a drop of methylene blue before he does the red light and then another drop a few hours later

[@sirjohng1]

Red light therapy with two prongs up your nose is great for stopping hayfever effects on a daily basis. No chemicals it just reduces hystamine sensitivity for several hours in a few minutes. I have used it for 15 years with no bad reactions.

[@Serendipity_Glows]

Interesting 😮 Is it a certain device you can purchase that has the prongs?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

That's awesome! I have no theard of that.

[@modelsupplies]

Where?!

[@oanagonzalez4653]

@@DoctorEyeHealthcheck out Vielight. I think they make something like this…

[@monicali2608]

After five days in the sun on a festival the gass allergie of my son disappeared.

[@brothatwasepic]

I have been using red light for the last 213 years and so far so good ❤

[@Di-sg6mv]

Do you mean days? 😉

[@TanyaAD138]

213 years!?!?! 😂😂😂😂

[@UkeCan1]

2-3 years maybe?

[@brothatwasepic]

@UkeCan1 just kidding my friend haha have an awesome day!

[@Serendipity_Glows]

If we can all get that kind of longevity benefit from it, that would be awesome 😂

[@EcoSavvySolutions]

I've had a red/near-infared bulb that I've been using off and on for about 2 years now, with results from good to astounding in every way. It has boosted my circulation, relieved my neuropathy, lowered my blood sugar and A1C, reduced inflammation (especially in my skin), and has reduced and even reversed signs of aging (I'm 54). I can say that I have used it within inches of my face (always with eyes closed) with no ill effects on my vision. In fact, I'm the only person in my family who didn't need vision correction until recently. I certainly didn't need reading glasses until much later than everyone else, and I have diabetes! I was just diagnosed with early stage cataracts, and I am hopeful that my light will help treat it. With the boost in circulation and anti-inflammatory processes from red light therapy, I'm confident that it will be very helpful. To be continued! In science we trust!

[@quinn-wf3kk]

Where can I get one of those bulbs? Thanks

[@CJDane-rf1je]

OK this concerns me tremendously you said until very recently You had good eyes And that you've been using this machine for 2 years And now your eyes are Degenerating. I don't think that you are The glowing endorsement for the product that you think you are...

[@Dr4gonDr0p]

@@CJDane-rf1jetrust the science 😂

[@Maracz47]

@@CJDane-rf1je I think because she’s using the Near infrared that penetrate deeper and for what I read that’s a no no for the eyes, it causes cataract, I’m not sure about the red light by itself will damage your ayes , but I’m pretty sure the near infrared does.

[@stephaneislistening6103]

You'd have some more info on this near infrared light causing cataract?

[@24carrotgold8]

Andrew Huberman, professor of ophthalmology at Stanford uses a red light bulb. Can you confirm the benefits and/or safety of this use?

[@redlightglassesonthischannel]

he recommends Professor Glen Jeffery's work too

[@CardiacCat]

Oh boy, now you have given me something else to spend money on. I've been using the red light helmet for my hair for about 6 months. I did notice new fuzzy hair and stubbles I could actually feel that were not there previously. I've also started using DHT shampoo to help and now have little granules of sandy feeling stuff coming from my scalp when I shampoo. I believe these two things used together are helping my scalp, and thus the hair folicles. Now I got to get one of these for my eyes. They have gotten worse in recent years. Always feeling dry and irritated.

[@rdkrussel]

Very exciting. Any research on glaucoma or corneal scarring?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Red light for glaucoma yes! I have not seen much for red light on corneal scarring but there is some great research on using losartan eye drops for that.

[@georgehambarian4319]

Red light on floaters?

[@janetd7826]

I’d love to see a video on the various devices on the market.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

YES! Working on that. Stay tuned 😁😁

[@morganjen1962]

There are sooo many! Cassandra Bankson has some good videos on which ones to avoid.

[@birdlover7776]

@@morganjen1962thank you

[@melorca1962]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Looking forward to that. Thank you very much. If possible it would be nice to get an idea of which ones may be "professional grade" / used at professional salons. Amazon reviews for the devices sold there are questionable.

[@patvaughn9987]

I’m hoping you can address which safety goggles to use with red light therapy devices. My facial unit can deliver red, blue, infrared or a combo of the lights, also adding pulsating action which billed as a way to excite the mitochondria for improved results. I find the pulsing light extremely bright and annoying, so I purchased what I think we’re good blocking glasses. They do block the light well, however the pulsing is still annoying.