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KimK ... one day at a time

"...here’s where it gets interesting:

when you apply EGCG the active polyphenol in #greentea, before #redlight therapy, everything multiplies.

studies show EGCG acts as a photosensitizer — meaning it makes cells more responsive to light. more mitochondria are activated. more repair enzymes are expressed. more collagen is made.

it also protects the skin from oxidative stress caused by the sudden energy burst from the light. it’s the balance. the shield. the amplifier."

x.com/milky_raw/status/1905336

X (formerly Twitter)raw milky (@milky_raw) on Xgreen tea + red light = combo from heaven – enhances mitochondrial function — increases ATP production in skin cells – reduces inflammation — downregulates COX-2 enzyme and inflammatory cytokines – stimulates collagen synthesis — thickens dermis and improves elasticity –
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Lewis Hine

A few of the San Antonio messengers. See Hine report on messenger service of Texas. Edgar Barnes is one of the smallest in front row. The messengers and their contact with the Red Light districts, in most of the large cities of Texas, is one of the worst phases of child labor in the state. Location: San Antonio, Texas.

#SanAntonio #Texas #EdgarBarnes #RedLight #Photography #LewisHine #ChildLabour #ChildLabor

loc.gov/pictures/item/20186739

The image depicts a group of young boys standing together, dressed in early 20th-century working-class attire. They are wearing hats and various types of shirts and trousers that suggest manual labor jobs. Some have papers or tickets held by their hands, indicating they might be at work related to distribution or collection. In the background is an indistinct crowd which seems larger than this group but less visible due to focus on the boys in front. Their expressions range from serious contemplation to slight smiles and relaxed poses, hinting at a mix of emotions amongst them. The sepia-toned photograph gives it an aged feel, reflecting its historical context likely between 1908-1923 given the Hine report's timeframe on child labor in Texas. The boys seem slightly weary or burdened by their surroundings and tasks, which is corroborated by a statement from the archive indicating that messengers were involved with Red Light districts, possibly suggesting a connection to illicit activities for money. Details such as different hat styles and footwear indicate social differences amongst them, perhaps reflecting varied economic backgrounds. The overall composition of the photograph suggests it was taken in San Antonio during an era when child labor under difficult conditions was prevalent, especially within urban settings like Texas cities mentioned by Hine's report on mess [...]
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Ingrid Hoeben Ⓥ 🇧🇪

"Studies show that at a wavelength of 830nm, which is near-infrared (falling just outside the visible spectrum), red light penetrates deeper into tissues, providing anti-inflammatory benefits and the healing effects that originally sparked researchers’ interest. Some devices also feature blue light at 480nm wavelengths or lower, as blue light has antimicrobial properties and can fight acne on the skin’s surface."

#redlight #light #therapy #theguardian

theguardian.com/wellness/2024/

The Guardian · Does red light therapy work? These are the benefits and drawbacksBy Adrienne Matei
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