Red and infrared light
Red and infrared light support mitochondrial function and skin resilience.
Strong consensus“the red spectrum of light penetrates into the mitochondria kicks nitric oxide off and then the electrons can flow through”
Near infrared light
Near infrared light supports mitochondrial repair and energy, especially after exercise.
Strong consensusFor mitochondrial health and cellular energy.
The strongest voice
“NIR light directly stimulates the production of ATP (energy) and deuterium depleted metabolic water by the mitochondria. NIR light is an ESSENTIAL NUTRIENT for mitochondria in almost every cell of the body.”
In their own words
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a molecular biology PhD recommend
“Near infrared light supports mitochondrial function and melatonin production for repair after exercise stress”
a molecular biology PhD · source video
an optometrist of twenty years recommend
“NIR light activates molecular chaperones that refold proteins and clear waste in retinal pigment epithelium cells without drugs.”
an optometrist of twenty years · Instagram post
a board-certified cardiologist recommend
“Near infrared light penetrates bone and is useful for brain photobiomodulation but should be used cautiously to avoid overuse.”
a board-certified cardiologist · source video · 00:22:30
a GP with a Master of Public Health neutral
“Near infrared light penetrates several millimeters into tissue via scattering rather than absorption, which is distinct from visible light behavior.”
a GP with a Master of Public Health · source video · 00:55:00
Worth discussing with your GP, especially if you take medication or are pregnant. Entrain describes what is publicly taught; it does not prescribe.
The research our sources reach for
Peer-reviewed papers cited alongside this verdict, linked straight to PubMed.
- Selective induction of senescence in cancer cells through near-infrared light treatment via mitochondrial modulation.
- Effects of Near-Infrared Light on Well-Being and Health in Human Subjects with Mild Sleep-Related Complaints: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study.
- Protection against neurodegeneration with low-dose methylene blue and near-infrared light.
On 5 September 2026, 340 studies in the library were compared by identifier with 72,389 Retraction Watch entries. No matching notices were found. This check does not establish study quality or validate a health claim.
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Strong consensus“infrared light which can penetrate 8cm into the body can help to clear this out of the way so that your mitochondria can carry on making ATP and water”
Infrared exposure
Infrared exposure helps support healthy blood flow and cellular energy production.
Strong consensus“The main things are sunlight exposure, infrared light, anything that's going to build charge in your body is going to help build the structured water and that’s going to prevent this clotting response.”