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Dim lights after sunsetfor circadian rhythm support

Dim lights after sunset to support circadian rhythm, hormone timing, and reduce blue light exposure at night.

State
Recommended
Research
Research limited: expert opinion
Agreement
100 of 100
Experts
2 experts
Updated 23 September 2026

“catch the sunsets, if you can, to help with that shift”

an optometrist of twenty years · Source

What to do

Dim lights after sunset to support circadian rhythm, hormone timing, and reduce blue light exposure at night. This entry applies for circadian rhythm support.

What the experts say

  1. an optometrist of twenty yearsRecommends

    “Exposure to sunset light can help with the circadian rhythm shift caused by daylight saving time.”

    Source

  2. a certified naturopathRecommends

    “Exposure to sunset light helps downshift the HPA axis to support luteal function.”

    Source

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