From Sunshine to Screen Time: How Light Affects Hormones, Sleep & Energy w/ Evey Andersen | Green Medicine of WI

In this eye-opening episode, we’re joined again by Evey Andersen from Green Medicine of WI to break down how natural light 🌞, blue light 📱, red light ⭕, and even the timing of light exposure can seriously impact your health. From boosting morning energy to managing melatonin at night, this is your guide to using light intentionally in a screen-filled world.

 

In this episode, we discuss:

• The powerful role natural sunlight plays in regulating your circadian rhythm
• How light exposure impacts key hormones like melatonin and cortisol
• Why the timing of light matters just as much as the source
• Best devices to minimize artificial blue light & flicker
• The science behind red light therapy (externally & red light IV therapy)
• Sunscreen recommendations
• The surprising effects of screens & blue light—especially at night—on sleep and energy
• How to create a light-friendly evening routine for better sleep

 

This episode is part of a 4-part series with Evey Andersen, owner of Green Medicine of Wisconsin in Oshkosh, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!

• Part 1: Lyme Disease: The Invisible Enemy - Transmission & Symptoms
• Part 2: Lyme Disease: The Invisible Enemy - Treatment & Prevention
• Part 3: From Sunshine to Screen Time: How Light Affects Hormones, Sleep & Energy
• Part 4: Homeopathy: A Natural Option for First Aid, Immune Support, and More!

 

❗Promos & Resources Mentioned in This Episode/Series

• Soleil Well - Red light therapy & blue light blocking glasses
• My Circadian App {Code: GMOFWI}
• Daylight computer 
• Green Medicine Product Store {Password: green1259)
• GMW Homeopathic kits {Get 10% off with code MHA2025 through 9/19/2025)

 

Connect with Evey:

🔗 Evey's Motherhood Alliance profile

🔗 Green Medicine's website

🔗 Green Medicine's Facebook

🔗 Evey's Facebook

🔗 Evey's Instagram

 

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