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Philips goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device

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For individuals suffering from the seasonal mood disorder known as the “winter blues,” the goLITE BLU Light Therapy Device from Philips offers natural, affordable relief. The goLITE BLU features the cutting-edge BlueWave light therapy technology, offering the most effective, natural treatment for winter blues and eliminating the need for artificial stimulants or drugs. And with its easy-to-use functionality and a lightweight, portable design, the goLITE Blu can go wherever you need it–at home, in the office, or on travels.

Product Features

* Portable, rechargeable blue therapy light with Bluewave.
* Sleek new compact design
* New diffusion optics for softer, even light
* Wider treatment field gives you more flexibility
* Fully programmable, adjustable intensity

Treat Winter Blues Naturally
Scientific research has shown that the natural rhythms of our bodies are regulated by light. Our exposure to sunlight in the winter, especially in more northern areas, is significantly reduced. For some individuals, this reduction in sunlight exposure can result in a mood disorder commonly known as the “winter blues,” which can result in reduced energy, low moods, and disrupted sleep patterns.

Research has shown that light therapy use, even for as little as 15 minutes a day, can significantly reduce these symptoms by providing your body with the required amount of light exposure otherwise lacking during the darker months of the year. The goLITE BLU effectively mimics the natural patterns and spectrum of sunlight that our bodies need most. And best of all, the goLITE BLU provides a natural and affordable method of treating winter blues without using artificial stimulants or drugs.

Cutting-Edge BlueWave Technology
With 20 years of experience in light box technology, Philips offers the most cutting-edge and effective technology for treating winter blues with BlueWave technology. With this technology, the goLITE BLU provides blue light, which has been shown to be twice as effective as white light in influencing our natural body clocks. With BlueWave technology, the goLITE BLU is not only more effective than white-light light boxes, but it also offers far less intense light, which reduces the risk of eyestrain or headaches that can be associated with the glare of more intense light boxes.

The goLITE BLU also features a wider field of light than other light boxes, which means that you can work, watch TV, read, or eat meals while using the light box, rather than having to sit close and directly in front of it.

Easy to Use, Compact, and Portable
The goLITE BLU features an easy-to-use touch screen and a digital, backlit clock with a timer so you can set the light box to your preferred wake-up time, allowing you to wake up more naturally and more refreshed. Use the touch screen to adjust the light intensity to your particular needs.

At just 5-1/4 x 5-1/2 x 1 inches (WxHxD), the goLITE BLU is compact and unobtrusive, allowing it to fit easily in your bedroom or your office space. It folds down easily, and because it’s powered by a rechargeable battery (included), the goLITE BLU is easy to take wherever you need it.

The goLITE BLU is covered by a two-year warranty.

Customer Reviews:

Amazingly small but a very powerful light, December 6, 2008
By Charles Evans “Call me Kevin” (North Carolina)
Many people feel a little less energetic in the winter, while others get the winter blues. It has been shown that the decrease in natural sunlight may be the culprit in this seasonal change on our bodies. In fact, it has a name - Seasonal Affected Disorder (SAD).

The Philips goLITE BLU light is designed to help sufferers of SAD by mimicking the effect that the sun has on your body.

A few pointers - tips about the light (Many were not included in my video)-

- It uses all LEDs therefore it is very unlikely that any of the “bulbs” will burn out.
- LEDs generate much less heat than other forms of light, so there is a very low risk of fire.
- You must (on occasion) look into the light. The effect of the light works through your EYES and not your skin, therefore you must glance directly into the light (about once a minute for me).
- The unit MUST be charged for 8 eight hour prior to the initial use.
- There is no access into the unit - meaning there are no screws or bolts that can be used to access the light, batteries…etc.
- Surprisingly small - probably measures 8″x8″x1″ and weighs less than 2lbs.
- Has a built in alarm feature.
- Do not use two hours before you go to bed, since your hormonal response to the light may keep you from sleeping.
- Built in timer lets you preset how long you want the light to operate (up to 1 hour)

Final verdict - the Philips goLITE BLU is well designed and has loads of built in functionality. While it is not it not inexpensive it may very well hold the key to helping you feel more energetic in the winter months.

5 stars.

Happier Customer, November 24, 2008
By S. Wilder (Boston MA)
I have been using the go lite blue for about a month now, and am completely convinced of its effectiveness in helping me fight the winter blues. I am a native of Southern California and now live in Massachusetts. Every winter I seem to lose my energy as soon as the seasons change and the weather gets colder and darker. I did a lot of research on the subject of seasonal affective disorder and found that many of my symptoms matched. I bought the go lite blue began using it every morning for 15-30 minutes while I read the newspaper. Since I started I have been sleeping more soundly, felt more energetic during the day and found myself not dreading getting up in the morning and facing the cold, dark winter new england climate. It has really had a significant positive impact on my daily routine. I would recommend this to anyone who has difficulty dealing with the dark winter months. I hope this helps, it is definitely working for me.

Great product!, November 21, 2008
By Drew Smith “Drew” (Washington, DC)
Things went well since day one of having the product. I use it in the morning to wake me up (its a very pleasant alarm) and while I’m getting ready in the morning. I have a pretty small living area over here, so its quite effective. Then when I get home from work i use it for 30 minutes more. Before the goLITEBlu i would fall asleep right after work, basically out of energy. Also i would wake up at erratic times through the night. Was a pretty bad wake/rest cycle. Now I sleep through the night, and don’t fall asleep after work. My wake/rest cycle is on track again, like when im back home in the states.

But the biggest change was that I didn’t feel so weepy and blue all the time anymore. Especially in the older autumn/winter months it would get significantly bad. I have no idea how it worked, but I just don’t feel bad anymore. The go lite blu did exactly what it promised. Being away from my family and friends on deployment has always made me feel depressed. This light has effectively combated it. This will be something I pack on all my future deployments.

Once again, I’m really quite impressed with the product and would recommend it to others.

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