EMF Protection: How To Keep Yourself Safe.

EMF Protection: How To Keep Yourself Safe.

Posted by Safe Living Technologies on 17th Jun 2021

EMF Protection: How To Keep Yourself Safe.

Electromagnetic radiation is all around. From the cell towers in neighborhoods to the microwave ovens used for cooking. Electromagnetic waves are present nearly everywhere on Earth.

But not every human is aware of how EMF (electromagnetic frequency) can affect their health - and what long-term consequences it can cause.

How should we protect ourselves from EMF suffering and harmful exposure?

What Is Electromagnetic Radiation?

Electromagnetic radiation is a type of energy that travels in waves and is generated by anything with an electric charge. These types of waves create electromagnetic fields also known as EMFs.

These waves can affect people even if they don't interact directly with the source. EMF from a cell tower might enter homes through the walls or windows.

Some radiation is natural, and even necessary to the environment. Radiation coming from the sun can be harmful if a person is exposed for too long but is also required for our environment to function efficiently.

Electromagnetic radiation on the low end of the spectrum includes cell phones and other man-made devices. The terms for the lower and higher-end radiation are non-ionizing and ionizing.

Both electromagnetic wavelengths that are long and low produce less harmful radiation. The high frequencies have more potential to cause harmful side effects from even with short term exposures.

What Are Sources of Electromagnetic Radiation?

Sources of electromagnetic radiation are all around us - from the sun to your cell phone.

EMF is also emitted by sources like microwave ovens, wireless internet, and power lines that are located outside of suburban homes. These EMF (electric and magnetic field) frequencies can also impact ones health over long term continuous exposure.

Electromagnetic radiation can be of various wavelengths. The frequencies that EMF comes in depends on the electrical current and the power level. For example, microwaves are at a much higher frequency than cell phones.

Higher-frequency waves produce more energy per second, which increases their heating ability.

Although much of the radiation present in the environment centers around man-made devices, EMF radiation also comes from the sun and outer space.

EMFs are measured in different units of measurement. Volts per meter, hertz, watts/meter squared, or microwatts/square centimeter are some of the measurements.

How Does Electromagnetic Radiation Affect Us?

If we are exposed too long to electromagnetic radiation, it can cause adverse health effects. Examples include anything from dizziness to cancer.

A person's proximity to EMFs and how often they are exposed determines whether they will have health issues

In general, people who spend more time near sources of electromagnetic radiation will be at higher risk. Living close to power lines in a suburban neighborhood is a common cause of overexposure to radiation.

Electromagnetic radiation affects a human's body by altering the cells. This change in the physical and chemical composition changes DNA.

The good news is humans can protect themselves from radiation if using the right methods and devices.

How to Protect Against EMF Exposure

Electromagnetic waves are invisible to the human eye. This means that the only protection is to get far away from the radiation or invest in shielding solutions.

Most of the man-made radiation that affect a person's body are from household devices like a microwave, wireless router or cellphone. Potential solutions to reduce ones exposure is to replace wireless devices with wired alternatives, create distance between yourself and the wireless source, and turning off the power to your sleeping area at night.

Below are more options for reducing the amount of exposure from difficult to avoid electromagnetic radiation:

  • Stop carrying a cellphone on a person's body
  • Always use the speakerphone mode
  • Never have it near while sleeping and placing it in Airplane Mode.
  • Keep away from power lines - especially close to the ground as this is where electromagnetic radiation can be strongest.
  • Use technologies that emit less EM
  • Another form of protection is EMF detectors that measure the radiation in the air. The detectors come in a couple of different sizes for using at home or on the go.

What Are EMF Detectors and What Do They Do?

EMF detectors are used to detect electromagnetic radiation. It will be easiest to buy online although there are some carried in specialized stores.

Before heading to a store, people need to call ahead of their visit. Not all stores have specialty products like EMF detectors available.

The detectors are able to measure AC electromagnetic fields as well as Radio Frequency Signals depending on the meter. Some devices can measure all the fields in one device, however, higher end devices typically are separated between radio frequencies on one meter and electric and magnetic fields on the other meter.

The detectors come in either a single axis or as a tri-axial. The single-axis requires more effort because it requires the user to move around a room to get an accurate reading. However, single axis meters make it easier to locate sources.

The tri-axial saves time by collecting data from three different directions simultaneously. This provides a “total exposure measurement” simply and quickly.

Best EMF Detectors for Personal Safety

The Sound Pro II is a premium product for safety against EMF exposure. The device allows recordings of radio frequencies that range from 200 MHz to 8 GHz.

It even provides a sound signature analysis which helps to identify what sources of radiation are present in the area you are measuring. Most sources have a unique sound signature, and examples can be found here: https://safelivingtechnologies.com/emf-sounds/

There's a premium four-line OLED display for easy identification if radiation levels are slight, moderate, high, or extreme. The tool makes it easy to understand and read radiation levels for even beginner users.

The Safe and Sound Pro II is able to capture emissions from Low and Mid band 5G networks and has additional functionality. It includes max reset, max hold, a USB power jack, volume control, headphones, and it comes with a calibration certification.

For a more portable option, the Safe and Sound Classic is small and compact. It still provides accurate readings to within 6dB (high or low) and measures radiation between 200 MHz to 8GHz.

The easy-to-read color-coded LED display for exposure levels corresponds with Building Biology Guidelines.

The sound signature analysis allows you to identify which RF sources are causing overexposure.

The Safe and Sound Classic is easy to get started with thanks to the two AAA batteries included. It also comes with a hard case for protection, a user guide, and a two-year warranty.

Ways to Reduce Electromagnetic Exposure

There are ways people can fully protect themselves from electromagnetic radiation. These typically involve fully distancing from the radiation.

  • To reduce exposure to electromagnetic waves while still being in close proximity, humans need to follow these precautions:
  • Turn off WiFi on all devices. Especially when not in use because they continuously emit radiation.
  • Consider replacing a home cordless phone with a hardwired one. This helps to reduce EMF exposure and also does not require the device to be close to a person.
  • Using a wired headset instead of Bluetooth headphones.
  • Keeping a wireless router away from the bedroom.

Although reducing radiation is a first step to preventing serious health consequences, it will not fully solve the problem of EMF radiation.

For this, humans need to take more drastic steps to protect themselves from radiation that comes from outside the home as well as inside the home.

Most Common Sources of EMF in Homes:

People might think radiation only comes from outside sources like telephone lines.

What they don't realize is all the potential EMF waves making their way to your body directly from the home.

Some of the most common sources of EMF in homes are:

  • Wireless Routers
  • Smart Meters for electricity and gas, also known as digital meters or AMI (advanced metering infrastructure)
  • Mobile Phones, tablets, and laptops

Keeping your devices off when not in use will help reduce EMF radiation. Some wireless charges will still be able to charge your device even if it is turned off.

It's also important to note that people with certain medical conditions might be more sensitive to EMFs than others. This can also be true for elders who are already more susceptible to radiation.

Changing the Future of EMF

In order to reverse the trend of increased exposure to radiation, there needs to be a radical shift in how they live their lives.

The attachment to electrical devices is causing more people to become exposed and suffer negative side effects of increased radiation.

More home protection will also be necessary since telephone lines and power sources won't be removed from near family homes.

Shielding the house or office from electromagnetic waves by installing metal wiring inside walls to prevent waves from penetrating through them is another way humans can change the future of EMF radiation.

Protecting Everyone From Electromagnetic Radiation

Electromagnetic radiation is a natural phenomenon that has been in existence since the beginning of time.

It's important to know how electromagnetic waves can affect the body and what long-term consequences they cause. This helps to make the right decisions on how to reduce, or eliminate, the radiation altogether.

Learn more about “How SLT can help you protect yourself from EMF by contacting our EMF experts” at sales@safelivingtechnologies.com or send us a question!