About Lumie Arabica Lightbox
The Lumie Arabica
A simple and effective lightbox ideal for use in the home
- 30-60 minutes use each day
- 10,000 Lux at 25cm distance
- Use upright
- Integrated handle
- 2 x 24W Bulbs
- Excellent reading light
- Lightweight - only 1.69kg
- 38x13x17cm
What is SAD?
With each new season, there comes a change in our metabolism, mood and behaviour. Animals, unlike humans, adapt to these changes efficiently: hibernating in winter; hunting more in summer.
Many people find that their sleep becomes disturbed during the longer winter months.
They require more sleep, tend to eat more and dislike the shorter days.
It's common to refer to this state of mind as the 'winter blues'.
Unfortunately, though, some people suffer these symptoms quite profoundly and are said to be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short.
Serotonin (the 'happy hormone') levels increase with exposure to bright light
Light is also linked to serotonin (also known as or 5HT), a neurotransmitter in the brain which is responsible for feelings of well-being and happiness.
This makes sense because low serotonin levels can cause depression and if you're depressed it can be difficult to concentrate and complete what would normally be simple tasks.
Evidence has shown that serotonin levels increase with exposure to bright light from a unit like the Lumie Arabica - SSRI drugs prescribed by the doctor can have the same effect.
You need at least 2500 lux each day to help with SAD
What Are the Symptoms of SAD?
Around the beginning of autumn until mid-spring, SAD sufferers will experience some, if not all, of the following symptoms:
- Sleep disturbances - sleeping more, but waking unrefreshed. Difficulty getting out of bed and craving a nap in the afternoon.
- Propensity to overeat - SAD sufferers tend to crave carbohydrates which, due to their lethargy, they do not burn off and thus gain weight.
- Depression, despair, anxiety and stress
- Tiredness and lethargy - even the simplest tasks seem like too much effort
- Physical aches and pains in the joints
- Personal issues - avoidance of company, loss of libido and irritability
- Behavioural problems - particularly noticed in younger people
- Lowered immune system
Why Not Watch our Video about SAD?
This informative video will help you to understand the symptoms and causes of SAD a little better, and also help you to decide if a SAD product will help you overcome your problems.
Save Money - Pay No VAT!!
Lightboxes are a medical product and if you are suffering from the symptoms of SAD and buying for domestic or personal use (for your or someone else in your household that suffers), you are entitled VAT relief. Simply sign the VAT exemption form sent with the goods.
Please note if you do not return the form we will have to contact you to take payment for the VAT.
Lumie Arabica VAT Exempt Version
VAT Exemption ONLY.
You are claiming VAT relief if you, or a member of your household suffer from SAD.
Price is £99.95
Lumie Arabica VAT Inc Version
VAT Inclusive Version
Price is £119.94 inclusive of VAT. You should choose this option (below) if you are not suffering from SAD.
Warranties
This Lumie Product comes with a 3-year warranty for faults which does not cover the bulbs: the bulbs come with a 1-year warranty
IMPORTANT NEWS ABOUT ARABICA STOCK AVAILABILITY
For reasons outside of our control the manufacturers cannot supply the Arabica until the middle of December.
Since we have many people need an SAD solution NOW we can offer a couple of alternatives that provide the same LUX levels as the Arabica:
Small, discreet and stylish. Suitable for around the home and office. It's a 10,000 lux light box and can delivery a full treatment in a half hour or so.
Great to use next to your computer and easily sits on your desk for example.
This is around the same size as the Arabica, a little bit cheaper too and we have plenty in stock.
Click here for more information or to purchase.
Medisana Phototherapy SAD Light - £127.65
Like the Arabica you can use this one for 30-60 mins day. It has 10,000 Lux (like the Arabica and the LitePod) at 25cm distance. It is also flicker free with no stroboscopic effects (neither does the Arabica or the Litepod either of course).
Great to use next to your computer and easily sits on your desk for example.
This is little large than the Arabica, a little more expensive but we have plenty in stock.
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