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Light Therapy: 5 Tips to Make the Most of Natural Light in Winter

Enjoying morning coffee on the balcony. Daylight is essential for the proper functioning of our biological clock and paces our days. In the morning, it is essential to expose oneself to it to stimulate energy and start the day on the right foot. The first of the 5 tips to enjoy natural light in wi ...

10
Nov
2023

Road safety: a new yellow light for pedestrians.

"Why this experimentation?" The evolutions of road signage generally aim to improve the safety of road or city users. The yellow light for pedestrians is no exception to this rule as it aims to increase the safety of pedestrians at pedestrian crossings. An order published in the Official Journal on ...

30
May
2023

Seasonal Depression: Understanding Light Therapy in 5 Questions

What is light therapy? The term "light therapy" means therapy through light. This therapeutic practice, also known as phototherapy, is based on the idea that light perceived by our eyes has a direct influence on our health, both physiologically and psychologically. Contrary to what one might think ...

14
Feb
2007

How to make a success of your night photos?

the dark, recognize your location to plan your images before shooting. Note any possible challenges or obstacles. Is the location lit with artificial light, neon or street lights? Do the lights change colors depending on the distance traveled or the time of day? What angle looks best? What framing d ...

23
June
2022

Venous insufficiency: 6 tips to keep your legs light

1- Get moving whenever you can Physical activity is the first of our 6 tips to keep your legs light because a Sedentary lifestyle promotes venous insufficiency. You should therefore avoid prolonged static positions as much as possible, whether you are sitting or standing. Also avoid sitting cros ...

18
Aug
2022

Saint Lucia: 5 things to know about this festival of lights

andinavia (in Denmark, Norway, Finland) and in some southern European countries, including Italy, Iceland and Croatia. 3- This festival celebrates the light. The first name Lucia comes from the Latin lux, lucis, light, and Saint Lucia celebrates the return of light. In Scandinavia, during the cel ...

07
Dec
2017

Make a light appetizer: 5 easy tips.

refuse an aperitif before the meal. Even if you are watching your weight, do not deprive yourself of this moment of conviviality! The first tip for a light aperitif is to limit yourself to one glass of alcohol or sweetened beverage from the store. As for alcoholic beverages, you can choose what you ...

01
Sep
2023

Sun in the garden: how to measure the exposure of your garden?

Why do plants need light? If you followed your SVT classes well in college, you probably remember that plants have this somewhat magical feature of making their own energy source through photosynthesis. But for photosynthesis to work, plants need sunlight. It is thanks to the photons of sunlight ...

27
July
2022

Oingt in the Beaujolais: a journey through time and light

The morning: the awakening of golden stones In the early hours of the day, the village of Oingt in the Rhône department awakens under the light of the rising sun. If you're an early riser, you can admire the cobblestone streets and medieval houses bathed in a gentle glow and take advantage of this ...

02
Oct
2024

Party accessories: 5 questions about magic candles

e for several seconds or minutes. Unlike sparklers, Bengal fireworks must therefore absolutely be placed on the ground or on a cake. 3- How to light a sparkler? To properly use a sparkler, simply light it with a match or lighter exactly like a candle. If you want to plant sparklers on a st ...

28
Dec
2022

Photo: 3 mistakes that prevent you from progressing

a good shot is the result of several parameters such as framing, decisive moment or even contrast, the basics of photography consist in capturing the light. That's why the first of the 3 mistakes not to make is simply not being there at the right moment. Whether you are interested in portraiture ...

22
Feb
2023

Designer lighting: 5 things to know about the Akari lamp

is still practiced on the Nagara River. Almost every night, the fishermen who perpetuate this tradition hang lanterns at the front of their boat and light them in the darkness. It was upon seeing this spectacle that the Japanese-American artist and designer Isamu Noguchi got the idea to create the ...

03
July
2024

Decor: 5 Tips for Decorating Your Bedroom on a Budget

ne or two colors. You can even use paint to create a trompe-l'œil headboard: it's a simple way to add character to this room. Favor soothing shades, light, pastel, or natural tones. Whatever your preferences, avoid overly bright colors like red or apple green, which have an energizing effect that ...

15
Mar
2007

To sleep well, follow your biological clock!

awake, you can foster the waking process by taking a hot shower. Also, to get the day off to a good start, it's a good idea to expose yourself to light, whether it's natural sunlight, a dawn simulator or an electric light source. By passing through the retina, light resynchronizes our biologi ...

15
Sep
2022

Eye fatigue: 5 tips for resting your eyes from screens

the eyes. Ideally, one should walk every day for 1 hour straight to: - ensure proper ocular vascularization - expose the eyes to natural light, which stimulates the peripheral retina and limits myopia, which is increasing sharply among young people in France. 3- Remedy dry eyes The ...

14
Nov
2022

Purple oxalis: everything you need to know about the false shamrock in 5 questions.

tion: this plant is toxic to animals! If you have a cat or other pet, make sure to install it out of reach, for example in a suspension that will highlight its beautiful foliage. At the time of purchase, to choose your oxalis well, check the number of starts at the substrate level and choose a spec ...

16
June
2023

Facial hair: 5 methods of hair removal

e you can take them anywhere, and they are environmentally friendly as this method of hair removal requires no chemical products. You just need good lighting and some time because, with tweezers, you remove the hairs one by one, carefully and patiently. That's why this method is reserved for women ...

03
Aug
2023

Myopia epidemic: 5 prevention tips

articipate in more than 14 hours of outdoor sports per week reduce their risk of becoming myopic, regardless of family history. 2- Exposure to daylight The current epidemic of myopia is also explained by lack of exposure to natural light. Indeed, natural sunlight acts on our brain and boosts ...

22
Feb
2022

Freckles and makeup: 5 beauty tips

eyfleurotfan59) If you want to follow her lead and ride this beauty trend, no more camouflaging your spots under foundation! Use products with lighter coverage like a BB cream or CC cream. 2- Moisturize and protect your skin If you have redheaded skin, you're in luck because you can follo ...

12
Sep
2022

Christmas meal: 5 festive menus for all tastes

, consider adapting our recipe with seasonal fruits and accompany it with a vegan ice cream made with almond or coconut milk if necessary. 4- The light festive menu The holiday season can be difficult for people who need to watch their weight or diet for health reasons. If some of your guests ...

16
Dec
2022