Are fluorescent bulbs damaging to our health?!
Question:
Are fluorescent bulbs damaging to our health?
is our health or eyesight affected? do they damage our environment when we throw them out?
Answers:
The mateial contained on the inside of the glass is phosporus and is not good for health in the quantities in flourscent fixtures. When properly disposed of the do not present with any more risk.
The are fine for a working enviornment but are not full spectrum lighting. You should get a small amount of sun exposure (about 15 minutes) to ensure adequate Vitamin D production.
Full spectrum light is especially important in winter months due to seasonal affective disorder.