These lights have more than just decorative value. The Valkee unit might look like a music player, but it’s actually a “brain stimulation headset” created by Finnish scientists to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). The “earbuds” are bulbs that blast light into your ear canals, eventually reaching light-sensitive areas of the brain. The device makers claim the extra light channeled to your brain helps combat mood swings and boost energy over those long, dreary winter months. They also claim that it can regulate your circadian rhythm, which could help with things like insomnia and jet lag.
You can pick up the Valkee for £185 at: http://www.valkee.com/uk/
