Circadian rhythm

The so -called circadian rhythm is the biological daily rhythm of a living being of around 24 hours, which is often referred to as the "internal clock of humans". Light plays an important role in this, because this rhythm describes the adjustments of life forms that are based on the course of the sun. The term circadian rhythm comes from the Latin and is called something like around and stands for the approximate length of the day, which can be very subjective. The circadian rhythm is controlled by the seasons and the change of day and night and regulates active and passive phases.

Light then determines the daily routine and thus also the circadian rhythm, although there may also be severe impairments in too little daylight. This can start with sleeping or eating disorders and lead to depression. A classic example is, for example, winter depression, which is triggered by too little sunlight in the cold season and disappears with longer days in spring.

When lighting with lamps, it is therefore particularly important to pay attention to a natural light, such as light light sources to facilitate getting up in the morning, daylight -like light colors a day or the optimal illumination of the workplace. In the evening, on the other hand, you try to create a cozy mood lighting with warm or seized light. At Circadian lighting, an attempt is made to imitate the sunlight throughout the day and dynamically adapt the brightness.