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	<title><![CDATA[Brite Box Sunlight Simulator 410D Lux]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Changes in the amount  quality of light during winter months can have a profound effect on a person's physical  emotional well-being. Insufficient exposure to light can lead to a wide range of conditions. The clinically recognised condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (or the Winter Blues) is one of the best known. Typical symptoms of this condition include: 
Depression 
Lethargy 
Anxiety 
Sleeplessness 
Social problems  
Research has shown that between 5  10% of the world's population can suffer with severe SAD symptoms  up to 25% suffer with milder symptoms.
Light affects the human body in a number of ways including:
Determining the sleeping/waking cycle 
Affecting levels of melatonin, adrenalin, seratonin  dopamine (which have influence on systems such as moods, emotions, eating  sleeping). 
Affecting the thyroid gland which in turn affects the metabolism.  
Light treatment has been consistently proven to have a positive effect in aiding the treatment of these conditions. It can also be used to treat other conditions including:
Classical depression 
Pre-menstrual syndrome 
Jet lag  
The Brite Box delivers the necessary intensity  quality of light that is crucial for the optimum performance of many of the body's functions. It can also have a significantly positive effect  impact on a person's emotional well-being. It is portable, compact  lightweight. It has a lap top style, opening up into two screens, giving greater light output area  control over light direction. It has a durable ABS casing  is easy to carry, transport  store. It is ideal for use in the home or office. The exceptional light quality (6000K) is comfortable on the eye  a built-in 30-minute timer prevents any possibility of over-exposure. The timer automatically cuts out after 30 minutes. The Brite Box is mains operated. It measures 510 x 300 x 125mm when closed  510 x 530 x 62mm when open. It weighs only 5kg. The Brite Box meets British  European Safety Standards BS EN 60598-2-4:1998, BS EN 60598-1:2000  is certified 93/42/EEC Annex V for medical devices. It has no UV emission  is flicker free with electronically controlled lights.]]></description>
	<link>http://www.handyhealthcare.co.uk/mobility-aids/homecare/sad-and-light-therapy/brite-box-sunlight-simulator-410d-lux.html</link>
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	<title><![CDATA[Diamond 4 SAD Light Box]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[The Diamond 4 is the only SAD lightbox to give you a daily SAD treatment in just 20 minutes! This versatile light box has a sleek, ergonomic design to bring the light to you in the most efficient way possible.The advanced curved shape focuses the light to the point where you are sitting for maximum effect, while the smooth opal diffuser gives a beautiful even luminosity.The diamond 4 sad light box lightbox comes complete with a base allowing it to tilt forward or backwards 6-12 inches, as research has shown that angled light that hits the back of the retina can be more beneficial.The lightweight box is also fitted with a handle so that it can be carried easily. Both the 3 and 4 lamp models have two switches to vary the light output.The optional floor stand or wall mounting bracket also makes this the most flexible lightbox to suit individual needs.Diamond 4 Lightbox Dimensions24quot; x 13quot; x 4quot;610 x 330 x 100mmDiamond 4 Specification4 light model10,000 lux 24quot;, 610mm2,500 lux 55quot;, 1400mmWeight: 3.9lbs, 1.8kg]]></description>
	<link>http://www.handyhealthcare.co.uk/mobility-aids/homecare/sad-and-light-therapy/diamond-4-sad-light-box.html</link>
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	<title><![CDATA[Litepod SAD Light Box]]></title>
	<description><![CDATA[Small, discrete and stylish, this sad light box is perfect for use in the office or around the home. Ideal for using next to your computer or below the screen. The litepod is one of the smallest 10,000 lux SAD light boxes on the market!Despite its size, the litepod 10,000 lux light box can deliver a full treatment in frac34; to 1 hour.Dimension: 15' x 5' x 5', 38 x 12.5 x 12.5 cmMinimum treatment time: 45 minutesnbsp;Taking your Litepod treatmentHave the lightbox about an arms distance away and slightly to one side, or under your computer screen.The light needs to go into the eye, so do not wear goggles or tinted glasses. Plain glasses or contact lenses are fine. Do not doze or sleep - you must be awake to take the treatment.Do not look at the light all the time, just glance at it every now and then. You can carry on with your normal routine, reading and writing, have breakfast beside it or use when you are using your computer.It is better to take your light treatment as early as possible during the day, but do not use the lightbox within 4 hours of bedtimeas this may disturb your sleep.Repeat daily.The Litepod has a 36 month warranty (12 month on tubes).]]></description>
	<link>http://www.handyhealthcare.co.uk/mobility-aids/homecare/sad-and-light-therapy/litepod-sad-light-box.html</link>
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