We know that life could not exist without light, but we take light for granted. The sun rises and sets each day, allowing us to see and keep warm, but scientists continue to discover what light actually does. And there are magnificent properties of light that can be harnessed for healing. UV light (ultraviolet light) shows particular promise in healing wounds, infections and even some psychological disorders.
It is generally understood that the body needs light and that some light has health benefits to the body. Your body needs light to make vitamin D. Perhaps you are also familiar with the use of UV light for purifying water.
And if you think about it, you know that some kinds of light have long been used in hospitals for healing. Babies with jaundice are treated with light therapy. Neonatal jaundice is not the only condition treated with light or UV therapy.
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