The Healing Energies of Light

It is no mystery why more illnesses-both physical and psychological-strike in the winter, when the days are shorter and humans are deprived of light. But readers may be surprised to discover exactly how light works its healing magic and what some of the astounding new light therapies are. In The Healing Energies of Light, research biologist Roger Coghill offers and extraordinary tome on light, its history, uses, science, and cutting-edge therapies. He expertly explores:

* Sacred symbols, mythologies, and rituals of light in different cultures throughout the ages

* The physiological effects of light and darkness and how they affect circadian and biological rhythms, as well as depression, alcoholism, and psychosis

* The importance of full-spectrum light and how safe-sun practices can afford us our much-needed daily dose of UV light

* Home light techniques to treat depression, SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), and PMS

* The newest light-therapy methods, how they differ, and much more