About Lumie Desklamp
The Lumie Desklamp - new and updated model!
A natural bright light boost which also doubles as a desklamp
- 30 minutes typical use each day
- 2,500 lux output at 50cm
- Flexible, poseable neck
- Touch sensitive dimmer controller
- 96x blue-enriched white LEDs
- Detachable bulb cover for stronger lighting
- Excellent reading light or for tasks
- Class IIa Medical device
- Height 55cm; Head 29 x 14cm; Base 20 x 20cm
- Weight 2.5kg
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 (your '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.
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 Desklamp - 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 Desklamp VAT Exempt Version
VAT Exemption ONLY.
You are claiming VAT relief if you, or a member of your household suffer from SAD.
Lumie Desklamp VAT Inc Version
VAT Inclusive Version
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
STOP PRESS - New Model Released!
Lumie have just announced that a new and improved version of the Lumie Desklamp will be released in October/November ... initial supplies will be limited, so order now to reserve your Lamp!
We will send your Lamp to you as soon as stocks arrive - please note that your card will be charged on order confirmation, and stocks will be allocated to you. When stock arrives it will be sent to you by next working day courier.
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