 "Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device" | 2009-11-15 |
| - Reviewed By coldplay_bbcm |
| After comparing and contrasting the numerous light therapy products available for Seasonal Affective Disorder, I chose the Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device. It is rechargeable, and the battery can last up to 50 years. Other light therapy devices charge you a large fee for regularly replacing light bulbs. The Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device is small, so it is good for travel, and you can set it up anywhere in the home. Other light therapy devices are extremely large and take up a lot of room. There is an alarm function on the Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device, so you can program a certain time that the light (and/or sound) wakes you up in the morning. Other light therapy devices do not have an alarm function. As a person with Seasonal Affective Disorder, this product helps me feel refreshed in the morning and throughout the day. |
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| "Works great if used consistently" | 2009-11-09 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1DE6GXMW2FMAJ |
I am the sort of person who generally gets up early only because it's what my schedule demands. I'm not a snarling beast by any means, nor am I a zombie or a depression case. I like the morning once I'm up and around, but it's definitely not my peak energy period, either. There's always a bit of inertia to overcome before I get going. That's how I've been all my life.
When I purchased this item I used it immediately for one or two days. Then I used it very sporadically, maybe a day here, a day there, a week or two without using it, etc. What I noticed was a very mild "head clearing" effect when I used the light, but certainly nothing to write home about.
Then I decided to give it some consistent use. The first few days I noticed nothing special beyond what I had noted in the past. But long about day 5 or 6 there was a definite boost in my levels of energy that went well beyond just feeling more clear-headed in the mornings. I felt more alert and energetic throughout the day with less inclination to fall into that mid-day slump that makes you want to lay down for a nap. I also fall asleep more readily at bedtime with fewer of those "can't get to sleep/can't remain asleep" nights. With continued, consistent use the effect of this light remains quite pronounced.
I live in the Pacific Northwest, in the Seattle area, so we tend to get less natural sunlight than many areas. Lots of overcast even when it isn't raining. Because I've lived in this sort of environment all my life I never realized I was missing out on the natural boost that sunlight (or this simulation from blue light) gives. My suspicion is that the light influences hormone production that cascades out into many, many hormone-related processes in the body. If you use this light to enhance your mental clarity you may just find it promotes other benefits as well.
Consistent, daily use appears to be the key to making it effective. I highly recommend this to anyone that needs that extra lift, and even to people who don't necessarily feel they have any light-related deficiencies. You could find, as I did, that it improves your quality of life in areas you didn't even know could be improved.
I offer one tip that might be helpful, which is to use the light on its most dim setting. The rechargable battery life runs fairly short; just a few uses, when the light is used at full strength. I've tried it both ways and can't honestly report that having the light turned up brighter has any more beneficial effect than using on its lowest setting. But if you really feel it does, then just use it on dim and place the light closer to your eyes and it will be perceived as a more intense light. I typically use the light about 2 to 3 feet away from my face. Using the light on dim rather than on bright extends the time it can be used per charge by about 4 or 5 times. |
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| "Works as advertised." | 2009-09-10 |
| - Reviewed By napalm29 |
It's hard to imagine that sitting in front of something as simple as this for 15 minutes a day would work. Well, it does.
I've had mine now since last year (wanted to test it over time) and must say that it's been great. I like being outdoors and pulled this light out on those days (cold or wet) when I couldn't be out. I would use it whilst playing video games.
I can't recall getting the raining/cold weather blues since I've started using it. That says a lot considering 2008-2009 has been a rough year for a lot of us. |
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 "blu lite calming" | 2009-09-05 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2CBFH2IIFVMAR |
the golite blu has been a great help to me. I use it as I check my e-mail and/or work at the computer. It has a timer and
an intensity setting for gradual exposure. It is easy to use, and well worth the price. |
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| "Shift work miracle!" | 2009-05-16 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1OJZ9P18A3T6O |
Just a quick review for anyone working shift work: Get this, it works.
I am a FD dispatcher and work a rotating schedule which means this week I may be working 4pm to midnight but in two days I'll switch to midnight to 8am. When I first started this schedule I was miserable. I couldnt sleep, I was always moody and I was in physical pain trying to keep my eyes open at night.
If you follow the directions, this thing really works. It helps me feel energized while working midnights, and also helps my body adjust when I go back to day shifts. I use it for 30 minutes about half an hour after I wake up (during night shifts about 11pm) and then usually once or twice more for 15 minutes around 3-5am.
This thing has litterally payed for itself. I honestly was on the verge of looking for a new job right before I started using it. You will honestly feel the difference the second time you use it, if not the first.
(Also, I would never give this up, even if I were to stop working night shifts. It is a great way to wake up every morning in lui of coffee. I am extremely sensitive to caffine which was part of why night shifts were so horrible. This is an amazing drug free alternative to feel energized and ready to start the day.) |
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| "So far, so good." | 2009-05-09 |
| - Reviewed By User: A1YW4QO6D9SHP8 |
I have only used my goLITE for a few days. I can see that I am having success. I know that I have more energy. The energy has expressed itself in motivation.
The goLITE is very easy to use.
I look forward to what will develop over time. I will check back in when I have more information to share. |
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