Is there any potential harm from all of these wireless network specters sweeping and swirling around us? Some people believe there is. Some believe that those who have a wireless-enabled device on them around the clock (such as a Fitbit on the wrist) are unnecessarily exposing themselves to electric and magnetic fields (EMF) radiation. Sure, it's quite difficult to get away from the constant exposure of wireless radiation while at work or in a public place. However, some say that we should have time in our day when we are less exposed to EMF. While sleeping would be an optimal time.
Sleep and good health are so inextricably linked that many holistic medical practitioners recommend turning all wireless sources off at night, with some going so far as to recommend flipping the entire house breaker until morning. The reason? Many holistic medical practitioners say that EMF radiation swirling around you may negatively affect sleep in a very profound way over the long term and as such people should not be sleeping at night with Fitbits on their body. Personally, I don't use Fitbit devices. There is also a Fitbit scale, which measures body mass index, body fat, and other health statistics by sending an electrical signal through the body. While the companies making the scale insist the signal shot through the body to gather the data is safe, the scale isn’t recommended for pregnant women, children under 10, or anyone with an implanted medical device. Some users of the Fitbit scale have apparently reported feeling light headed and fatigued after having their health statistics gathered by the scale.
The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences state that bluetooth devices, cell phones, Wi-Fi networks, and computers are all classified as non-ionizing radiation types, meaning that they emit low to mid-frequency radiation -- which is generally perceived as harmless due to its lack of potency. However, there are those who continue to be concerned about possible connections between EMF and adverse health effects. These exposures are actively being studied by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, which recommends continued education on practical ways of reducing exposures to EMFs.
The telecommunication and electronics industry have a major conflict of interest against consumers becoming aware of health effects from EMF exposure. Their safety claims are typically reinforced by government agencies as it can be quite expensive for them to make things "safer." Currently, the claims that the low frequency EMF exposure is safe are based on the fact that there is no direct evidence showing the contrary. Chronic high levels of low frequency EMF exposure can result in:
- Insomnia
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Brain fog
- Dizziness and vertigo
- Frequent illnesses
- HPA axis dysfunction (also known as adrenal fatigue)
- Hormone imbalances
- Cancer or increase in cancer risk
It may not be possible to avoid using devices that generate EMFs, but it is possible to reduce EMF exposure. This is particularly important in bedrooms or when sleeping. I located the following list of ways to reduce EMF exposure:
- Keep appliances and devices off, or on airplane mode as much as possible.
- Hard wire internet connections, rather than using Wi-Fi.
- If Wi-Fi use is necessary, only turn it on when in use and turn off the Wi-Fi router at night.
- Hard wire computer peripherals rather than using wireless or bluetooth connections.
- Ensure that your home's electrical wiring is done properly to minimize EMFs.
- Keep electronic devices (cell phones, tablets, and computers) away from your body. This includes using head phones to make calls instead of placing the phone near your ear to speak.
- Sleep away from circuit breakers or large appliances that run overnight, including if the appliance is on the other side of the wall.
- Use protection tools such as Defender Pad under your laptop, and EMF shields for cell phone.
- Filter out dirty electricity using dirty electricity filters.
- Minimize use of digital devices when possible.
From Him, Through Him, For Him (Romans 11:36),
Paul J. Staso
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