Synopsis: Doctor Reveals The Most Overlooked Medicine on Earth
In this enlightening video, Dr. Roger Schwilt, a quadruple board-certified doctor, elucidates groundbreaking research on the health benefits of sunlight and infrared light. Recent studies demonstrate that sunlight can penetrate the entire body, influencing cellular processes far beyond its point of entry. This phenomenon, known as the abscopal effect, showcases how light exposure can enhance mitochondrial function, even in areas not directly exposed to light.
Dr. Schwilt highlights the role of infrared light—specifically at the 850 nm wavelength—which can stimulate melatonin production in mitochondria, mitigating oxidative stress. He emphasizes the importance of natural sunlight for maintaining circadian rhythms and improving overall health, citing the Green Heart Study, which showed significant health improvements in communities simply by introducing more greenery.
Listeners are encouraged to engage with nature, as green spaces enhance the benefits of infrared exposure, further underscoring the message that timing and type of light are essential for optimal health. This compelling discussion sheds light on a simple yet powerful medicine that many people overlook.
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You don’t need to spend a fortune on infrared devices to get plenty of infrared light. Check out this fascinating interview with Dr. Roger Seheult, an expert on sunlight and vitamin D, as we discuss the powerful health benefits of sunlight.
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0:00 Welcome, Dr. Roger Seheult
4:05 The abscopal effect of light
4:58 What does light do in the body?
10:24 Infrared light and nature
12:06 The Green Heart study
13:45 Infrared light and sleep
21:24 Indoor lighting and your health
Please join me in welcoming Dr. Roger Shelly, quadruple board-certified in internal medicine, pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine, and sleep medicine.
Dr. Seheult shares some fascinating new research about the ability of sunlight to penetrate the human body. It’s been previously thought that the sun could only penetrate a few centimeters into our bodies, but recent research has shown that it can penetrate the entire body and can even be measured on the other side.
Surprisingly, randomized, placebo-controlled studies have shown that light can affect parts of the body that were not exposed to sunlight. This phenomenon is known as the abscopal effect. This means that mitochondria from one part of the body can communicate with each other and upregulate, even if they are not directly exposed to light.
Infrared light can stimulate the mitochondria to produce more melatonin, which can reduce oxidative stress. It’s not significantly affected by the atmosphere, so you can get it almost any time of the day. UVB light, which you need to make vitamin D, is more abundant when the sun is at its highest.
Green trees, leaves, and grass reflect infrared light. To maximize infrared light absorption, head to green spaces where nature can reflect infrared light back to you!
The Green Heart Study measured the HSCRP, which correlates with the risk of stroke or heart attack, in residents of South Louisville, Kentucky —a region characterized by concrete and a lack of greenery. Approximately 8,000 trees were planted in a 4-square-mile area, and the HSCRP was remeasured. This resulted in a 13% to 20% average drop in HSCRP, which correlates to a 10% to 15% reduction in stroke and heart attack risk, without any changes in diet or exercise.
Dr. Seheult also explains that daytime light exposure helps with sleep by supporting the circadian rhythm, while nighttime light exposure can have an opposite effect.
DATA:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/393511800_Longer_wavelengths_in_sunlight_pass_through_the_human_body_and_have_a_systemic_impact_which_improves_vision
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36671781/
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Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoyed this interview with Dr. Seheult. I’ll see you in the next video.
Video “Doctor Reveals The Most Overlooked Medicine on Earth” was uploaded on 10/19/2025 to Youtube Channel Dr. Eric Berg DC