The New York Times - The best light therapy lamp

With the holidays behind us, we’re entering the dark doldrums of winter. Although many people can catch a case of the blahs during these shorter days, some experience emotional and physical shifts so severely that their lives are disrupted. For anyone managing seasonal affective disorder, which should only be diagnosed and treated by a medical professional, a light therapy lamp might help.

Light therapy lamps imitate natural daylight, and can beam up to 10,000 lux of light in short distances—providing about the same amount as sunlight on a clear day. Sitting in front of one for 30 uninterrupted minutes per day, preferably in the morning, may help to combat fatigue and lethargy. 

After testing 15 different lamps, we found one that meets all of the criteria necessary to be considered therapeutically effective and safe—and it’s cheaper than many of its competitors.

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