Mitochondria are found in almost every cell in your body. Not just one, but hundreds or even thousands of mitochondria can exist in each cell. These tiny powerhouses produce all the energy (ATP – adenosine triphosphate) that cells need to live.

They work nonstop and continue to multiply. And this is essential, because our body is made up of cells that depend on their energy.

Red light and near-infrared (NIR) light are among the body's fundamental sources of energy. However, most of us get very little exposure to this beneficial light.

We spend up to 90% of our time indoors – in the car, at work or relaxing at home. As a result, mitochondria produce less ATP and therefore less energy. And this takes its toll on our bodies.

Increasing cellular energy is within your power. You just need to provide your cells with the wavelengths that they use as an energy source from sunlight. These wavelengths support cellular respiration. Specifically, red light with wavelengths between 610–760 nm acts mainly on the skin.

Near-infrared (NIR) light, with wavelengths between 760–1,400 nm, penetrates much deeper, reaching muscles, bones, joints, and internal organs.

Wavelengths between approximately 630 and 850 nm are in the so-called "therapeutic window" – the range considered optimal, in which therapy is highly effective and without side effects.

The human body benefits from increased cellular energy. This has a positive impact on the regeneration capacity and overall energy levels, while also reducing inflammatory processes in the body.

Red light and near-infrared light directly influence how much effort your body can withstand and how quickly it recovers – whether it's your muscles, skin, joints, or even your immune system.

Everyday life becomes a little better thanks to red light therapy. Getting enough red light not only improves your athletic performance, but also your well-being in everyday activities. Most importantly, it influences you in a positive way. You will feel better because your body will function at its optimal parameters.

Instead of spending hours in the sun, just a few minutes in front of (or under) a Nircura panel is enough. And all this, without exposure to the dreaded UV radiation!

Key benefits of red light therapy:

• Increases energy levels and physical performance

• Accelerates recovery (both muscular and cellular)

• Improves sleep and mood

• Strengthens the immune system

• Improves the appearance of skin and hair

What about other infrared radiation?

Infrared radiation of another type works on a different mechanism. Instead of acting as an energy “charger”, our body perceives it as a source of heat. These wavelengths cause molecules to vibrate and increase the temperature of tissues. And this comes with certain risks.

Prolonged exposure to mid- and far-infrared can lead to overheating, which can damage or even kill cells. That’s why we’ve excluded these wavelengths from Nircura panels. Instead, by using red and near-infrared light, your cells get maximum benefit – and so do you.

... were the effects of red light therapy discovered by chance?

NASA studied how red light diodes affect plant growth in space. Researchers noticed that the plants grew much faster. In addition, the scientists involved in the experiment healed their wounds and skin lesions faster. Over time, it was found that this therapy helps protect the astronauts' muscles and bones.

...mitochondria have their own internal "matrix"?

This special matrix inside the mitochondria contains less than 50% water and is loaded with proteins, coenzymes, mitochondrial DNA and RNA. In addition, it can act as a calcium reservoir for the cell.

...can cells "suffocate"?

This phenomenon is caused by the accumulation of nitric oxide (NO) in the mitochondria, which binds to an essential enzyme (cytochrome c oxidase) and blocks cellular respiration – the process by which cells produce energy. Red light helps to break away the NO molecules, allowing the enzyme to resume normal energy production in the cells.

...don't all cells contain mitochondria?

There are two types of cells. The small, simple, prokaryotic cells (such as bacteria) do not have mitochondria. The larger, more complex, eukaryotic cells – such as animal, plant and algae cells – do have mitochondria (the tiny “batteries” of the cell).