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What are EMFs?
Most people today consider their phones to be their lifeline. Dramatics aside, it is quite obvious that advancements in modern technology have offered the world unimaginable benefits. From cookware to medical devices to cell phones, our society is built on technology; however, the electrical energy generated by these devices has inevitably created a world of unavoidable EMFs; otherwise known as electromagnetic fields. 

The electromagnetic spectrum ranks varying devices based on non-ionizing low frequencies that do not pose substantial threat (such as power lines, radio and TV waves, cell phones, and microwaves) to ionizing high frequency devices that increase our exposure levels and duration to EMFs (such as UV tanning beds, x-rays, and even radioactive waste).
While the benefits of technology are widely celebrated, very little attention is given to the long-term negative effects of EMFs — we hope to change that.


 

How do EMFs Affect Your Daily Life?

 

In 1992, the U.S. Congress instructed the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, National Institutes of Health, and the US Department of Energy to begin researching the potential health risks from everyday exposure to EMFs. Since then, new evidence and reported symptoms have emerged that link high levels of EMF exposure to undesirable health conditions.

 

Since modern homes are equipped with so many electrical appliances and invisible electromagnetic waves from signals such as WiFi and TV signals, we are exposed to EMFs on a daily basis. Unusually high levels of exposure can be linked to improper grounding and wiring; however, various laws and regulations have been created to ensure proper electric installation. We suggest hiring a professional to guarantee proper and up-to-date electrical codes are followed.

 

If you’re experiencing a sudden onset of unexplained fatigue, dizziness, short-term memory loss, insomnia, or brain fog, you may be experiencing the reported effects of long-term exposure to EMFs. Unfortunately, complete avoidance of EMFs in today’s society is nearly impossible; however, there are a variety of ways to decrease exposure levels and duration.

 

How to: Decrease EMF Exposure

 

While many electric companies require their field technicians to conduct tests detecting high EMF exposure levels, low levels of nearly constant exposure can still leave lasting consequences. As mentioned, we’re currently unable to eradicate all EMF exposure since our modern society is built on technological advancements; however, there are plenty of ways to reduce our exposure levels and duration. That said, if you suspect that you may be in need of an EMF detox, we encourage you to consider the following:

  • Increase the distance between yourself and EMF sources by stepping away from the microwave while heating up your food, storing the WiFi router away from high-traffic areas in your home, and keeping your phone out of your pocket.

  • Consider reimplementing wires into your home. Devices such as computer mouses, headphones, and keyboards work well with or without a wire. While it may feel a bit old school, consider replacing these commonly wireless devices with a wired connection to avoid unnecessary wireless signals.

  • Stay conscious of your WiFi use by disabling the wifi function on any wireless devices such as tablets, laptops, and printers. Consider using an Ethernet cable for internet access, and put all of your devices on airplane mode when possible.

  • Practice responsible cell phone use by using speakerphone to avoid direct contact with your phone, walking away from your phone when you are not using it, and of course keeping your phone on airplane mode whenever possible.

  • Remove EMFs while you’re sleeping by unplugging your wireless router, putting your cell phone on airplane mode, and removing any wireless devices from the bedroom. 

Because many of the concepts of modern technology are relatively new, total transparency regarding long term effects is nearly impossible. With that being said, it’s important to continue advocating for government-funded research into the topic. Even more, as technology continues to advance, EMFs become a greater threat to society unless we make the conscious effort to not only reduce EMF exposure levels and duration in our own lives, but advocate for more research into solutions that decrease EMFs in our homes.

For example, there are a variety of companies that offer products designed to lessen the damaging effects caused by EMFs. Cory Hillis, principal inventor and lead designer of EMF Solutions, founded his company after his own experience with EMF remediation and has since been a guiding source of additional information and specialized products. Additionally, we encourage you to continue your research regarding EMFs and find the solutions that are best for you as well as your family.