Do Sunlight Bulbs Really Provide Natural Light Benefits?

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Sunlight bulbs are marketed for their natural light benefits, but many available options are fluorescent, which raises health concerns due to flickering. Halogen bulbs are less common, and there are innovative solutions that use fiber optic technology to direct real sunlight indoors. These systems capture sunlight from the roof and distribute it into rooms, providing a more authentic light experience. The discussion highlights a preference for alternatives to fluorescent bulbs, despite their higher cost. Overall, the quest for healthier lighting options continues amidst concerns over the quality of artificial light.
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Hey guys, I have been hearing about those bulbs that give sunlight benefits. However, there are so many of them that it is hard to know which one is a good one. Surprisingly, most of them are fluorescent so I don't suppose that's good for our health. The halogen ones are rare. And there are even types that doesn't fake the light, it gives the real light during daytime only as the device that stores from the sun is located at the roof and the bulb is directing it in the room in a controlled manner.
 
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There is something like this:
Light is reflected in through fiber optic cabling.
http://www.treehugger.com/files/2005/06/sunlight_direct.php
and http://www.treehugger.com/files/2005/04/sunlight_in_a_c_1.php
and http://www.sunlight-direct.com/products.html

I'll take anything over florescent bulbs. That stuff isn't cheap though...
 
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Isn't fluorascent bad for us b/c of flickering?
 
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