Overexploitation of electricity is one of the leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. As a result, the world is shifting toward LED light bulbs (a more energy efficient option). This shift has decreased energy requirements by 95% in comparison to the typical incandescent light bulbs. That’s good news, right?

While this is terrific news for our planet, we can’t say the same for our health. That’s because, through the shift towards LED lighting, we have lost something known as infrared radiation which is usually generated by incandescent light bulbs. Infrared radiation is actually beneficial to your health... What?

It turns out that LED blue light can actually have some negative effects on our health. Doctors and researchers are warning about everything from street lights to smartphones. [Full Article]