What is ELECTROMAGNETIC HYPERSENSITIVITY? (and ways to mitigate exposure)
WHAT ARE EMFs?
Electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) are the energetic waves of the universe.
Your cells also function electrically (cell membranes, nerve signals, muscle contractions, etc), so exposure to external frequencies can impact the health of your body.
THE ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM
WHAT IS EMH?
Certain individuals with electromagnetic hypersensitivity (EMH) are more sensitive to radio-frequency EMFs.
Symptoms can include headaches, concentration difficulties, sleep issues, lethargy, and fatigue.
This may be because EMFs increase oxidative stress in cells.
For individuals with genetic predisposition, history of trauma, or an overloaded detoxification system, increased oxidative stress can exacerbate symptoms of existing inflammation or toxic burden.
SHOULD I WORRY ABOUT EMFS?
Some sources claim EMFs cause cancer while others say they are harmless.
While increased oxidative stress is exacerbating in EMH, it actually may be a beneficial stressor in some cases (like exercise, fasting, or certain polyphenols are).
The jury is still out about the health impacts of EMFs, and we live in a world where they are impossible to completely avoid.
The best course of action is to improve what is in your control and to release what is not.
4 WAYS TO REDUCE EMF EXPOSURE
*especially in bedroom
avoid keeping phone in pockets
keep phone calls short, use speaker or hands-free, put on airplane mode
avoid electrical or bluetooth versions of devices when possible
disconnect wifi router at night
7 WAYS TO MITIGATE EMF EXPOSURE
supplemental vitamin D
address other sources of stress & inflammation (gut health, detox, etc)
stress about EMFs can be more detrimental than the exposure itself
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