103. Photoimmunology, Circadian Biology & The Hidden Effects of Light | Dr Alexander Wunsch

Dr Alexander Wunsch returns to the Regenerative Health Podcast for a deep exploration of photoimmunology, circadian biology, metabolism, melanopsin signalling, infrared light, and the profound biological effects of the modern light environment. In this conversation we discuss: Whether sunlight is immune suppressive or immune supportive The circadian timing of immune function The relationship between metabolism and light exposure Melanopsin and the non-visual light pathway Artificial blue light and metabolic dysfunction Near-infrared light and mitochondrial biology Why sunlight cannot be reduced to “vitamin D” Circadian synchronisation and modern indoor living Flicker, LEDs and spectral quality Photobiomodulation and natural sunlight Dr. Alexander Wunsch, MD, PhD is a German physician, researcher and one of the world’s leading experts in photobiology and light medicine. If you enjoy the episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone interested in health optimisation, circadian medicine and metabolic health. SUPPORT MY WORK 🚨 DAYLIGHT COMPUTER. Blue-light free computer that doesn't wreck your circadian rhythm. Now shipping around the world. Code DRMAX for $25 off.   https://buy.daylightcomputer.com/DRMAX 🥩 WOLKI FARM - Regenerative beef shipped around AUS. Highest quality fully grassfed & pastured pork, beef, lamb & eggs raised with holistic principles. Code DRMAX for 10% off. https://wolkifarm.com.au/DRMAX 🚨 VIVA RAYS. Premium blue light blocking glasses with the most useful 3 in 1 clip on frame sets. Code DRMAX for 15% off. https://vivarays.com/dr-maxgulhane 🚨 GEMBA RED. Highest quality photobiomodulation / redlight therapy devices, shipping within the USA. Code DRMAX for 10% off. https://gembared.com   🎤 PRIVATE MEMBERS GROUP on Skool platform - weekly Q&A, my 52-page eBook, PDF resource downloads & more. USD20/month, cancel anytime.  https://www.skool.com/dr-maxs-circadian-reset Follow Dr WUNSCH Lectures on Vimeo (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED): https://vimeopro.com/alexanderwunsch/alexander-wunsch-in-english/video/360666535  Follow DR MAX Website: https://drmaxgulhane.com/ Private Group: https://www.skool.com/dr-maxs-circadian-reset Courses: https://drmaxgulhane.com/collections/courses X: https://twitter.com/MaxGulhaneMD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_max_gulhane/ Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1661751206 Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/6edRmG3IFafTYnwQiJjhwR Linktree: https://linktr.ee/maxgulhanemd DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast is purely for informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or YouTube channel. Do not make medication changes without first consulting your treating clinician. Send us Fan Mail 🧡 HARDBLOCK Australia's Longest Running Bitcoin-only (₿) Exchange Use code REGENPOD for AUD 10 of bitcoin post account verification Support the show