The Light Doctor

This is a book that not only everyone should read but a book that everyone could read and easily understand. I read the first parts of this book on Substack originally and was thrilled when Martin released it in paperback. I have interviewed Martin on my podcast (A Healthy Shift Podcast - Episode 136) and he is very informative and lovely to chat to. The book steps through everything light and its impacts on human health and then goes into the research that has been undertaken to develop true Circadian Lighting. Everything in the book is well researched and referenced. As I said earlier anyone could read this book and fully understand everything in it and I highly recommend people do. This is a great book that is both Enlightening and Terrifying.

This book comes with the weight of serious science rather than at the whim of some celebrity. It deals with health impacts that make the latest dietary fad insignificant. Why haven't we heard more about this when the hard scientific research has been done and the results known for years? Everyone not just night workers needs to know about the health effects positive as well as negative of correct circadian conscious lighting. For those of us living a long way from the equator getting lighting right is more complicated but intelligent circadian illumination holds the promise of a positive impact on day length related conditions such as Seasonal Affective Disorder as well as the numerous other benefits set out by Professor More Ede.

For a company that is developing quantum dot LEDs not only for plants but also human centric lighting, this books has been super relevant. This book provides all the relevant studies and scientific reasons on why current LEDs are bad and we need to change the status quo. This has bolstered our commitment further to bring high quality light indoor. I have even bought the book for the entire team to read and get excited. Thanks a lot for writing this very relevant book.

“The Light Doctor” by Martin Moore-Ede is a must-read for anyone concerned about their health and the growing array of environmental toxins that affect us today. As a lighting designer, I've been aware of the relationship between light and health for many years, but the depth of insight that Martin provides in this book is truly eye-opening. Martin Moore-Ede has been a pivotal figure in lighting research for decades. While working at Harvard in the 1970s and 1980s, he was part of the team that discovered the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) — the human biological clock that regulates our circadian rhythms. His expertise and experience shine throughout this book, revealing just how deeply artificial lighting affects our health in ways many of us have never imagined. We live in an incredibly artificial world today, a stark contrast from how humans evolved over millions of years. Since the invention of the light bulb in 1870 and the electrification showcased at the 1893 World’s Fair, our environment has been fundamentally transformed. Martin shows how these changes have come at a cost to our health. He highlights the many ways artificial light has been linked to serious health issues, including cardiovascular problems, cancers, mental health disorders, and more. Moore-Ede provides a comprehensive understanding of how both artificial and natural light impact our health. He sheds light on the fact that, while light is essential for our well-being, modern artificial lighting practices are fundamentally misaligned with our biological needs. The book is well-written, meticulously researched, and easy to digest, making it accessible to readers from all backgrounds. What makes “The Light Doctor” particularly valuable is its practical approach. Martin doesn’t just highlight the problems; he also offers possible solutions for mitigating the adverse effects of artificial light on our health. He combines scientific research with real-world applications, making this book not only informative but also actionable for anyone looking to improve their health and well-being. In a world where artificial lighting surrounds us at all times, “The Light Doctor” is an essential guide to understanding the profound impact of light on our health. It's a book that challenges us to rethink our relationship with light and encourages us to make more informed choices. Martin Moore-Ede’s work is an important contribution to both the fields of health and lighting, and it is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true power of light.

Dr Martin Moore-Ede, MD PhD, Harvard Medical School, with his team, discovered the master switch in the brain (suprachiasmatic nucleus) that controls your sleep wake cycle. In The Light Doctor, Dr Moore-Ede shows you how healthy sunlight is so radically different from current harmful indoor LED lights...and how each affects your biology. I can't wait to interview Dr Moore-Ede on my podcast Your Outside Mindset. Read The Light Doctor: Using Light to Boost Health, Improve Sleeping Live Longer for new easy ways to interact with light (outdoor and indoor) across your day. Thank you for helping us to see the full spectrum of healthy and unhealthy light Dr. Martin Moore-Ede.