As you know, environment, nutrition and stress are the main factors that affect human health. Everything that enters our body from the outside helps or harms us.

Toxic substances, nitrates, pesticides, heavy metals, radiation and electromagnetic radiation destroy our health by accumulating in the body.

Even in our homes we are not protected from the influence of external factors. We live surrounded by chemicals.

Finishing materials, detergents and cleaning products are based on synthetic materials that have a carcinogenic effect on the human body. If we compare it with ozone holes and acid rain, the impact on the human body of synthetic materials inside our homes is much greater and what is most terrible is their constant exposure to people, albeit in small doses.

Therefore, it is hardly surprising that diseases caused by the influence of external influences on the body are becoming more and more common. These are not only ordinary allergies, but also oncological diseases such as cancer.

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What can we say about electromagnetic fields? Electrical wires intertwined our homes, trapping us in a web like a trap. Exposure to radiation puts everyone at risk of various diseases. And it is unlikely that most of us will be able to change anything in this regard. This is not possible for anyone right now.

Therefore, I want to dwell in more detail on influence of electromagnetic radiation on the human body.

Agree, it is difficult to imagine modern life without household appliances: computers, television receivers, cellular communications, radiation from microwave ovens, all this creates an electromagnetic field that can continue to exist for some time even after all devices are turned off, like static electricity.

The immune, nervous, reproductive and endocrine systems are especially sensitive to the influence of electromagnetic radiation on the human body. A person’s memory deteriorates, immunity decreases, constant tension appears due to an increase in adrenaline in the blood, sexual activity decreases, and in women, the negative impact on the development of the fetus during pregnancy increases.

Those people who are constantly forced to be exposed to electromagnetic radiation most often suffer from radio wave disease. It’s not for nothing that radiologists retire very early.

What should we do if we are constantly forced to be exposed to electromagnetic influence?

Electromagnetic radiation protection

At enterprises, to protect workers from electromagnetic radiation, various absorbing, reflecting materials and deflecting devices are used.

In everyday life, the most effective protection is distance. They also use a shungite plate called magralit, which is installed on cell phones. This greatly reduces the harmful effects on the brain of a person talking on a cell phone. Watch a video about the Magralit shungite plate:

How to protect yourself if you are involuntarily exposed to electromagnetic radiation? First of all, you need to know the degree of danger to human health of each household appliance. To do this, look at the table:

Rules for protection against electromagnetic radiation at home

1. When you buy household appliances, you need to check whether they meet all safety requirements and sanitary standards.
2. The lower the power of a household appliance, the safer this device is for human health.
3. It would be better if household appliances are equipped with automatic remote control (remote controls)
4. The distance from a person’s permanent location of a household appliance must be at least 1.5 meters
5. If you decide to install electric floors in your home, then choose a system with a low level of electromagnetic field.
6. If you are forced to turn on several devices that emit radiation, then try to stay in this room as little as possible.
7. Electrical wires should not be stored rolled up in rings during operation; straighten the resulting loops.
8. Read the instructions for the devices carefully. Safe distances must be indicated there.
9. The safest position is next to the computer opposite the monitor. Stay close to the sides and back of the computer. It is better to keep the distance from the monitor at 50-70cm
10. At night, be sure to turn off your computer from the network, especially in the rooms where you sleep.
11. If you are choosing a place for a bed in a room, be sure to check whether there is a computer or TV next to the wall. Walls do not protect against magnetic fields.

Continuous industrial progress and rapid development of science in the modern era have led to the widespread use of various household electrical appliances and electronic equipment. This creates great convenience for people in work, study and everyday life, and, at the same time, causes hidden harm to their health.

Science has proven that all consumer electronics, when used, generate electromagnetic waves of different frequencies to varying degrees. Electromagnetic waves are colorless, odorless, invisible, intangible, but at the same time they have great penetrating power, so that a person is defenseless against them. They have already become a new source of environmental pollution, gradually eroding the human body, negatively affecting human health, causing various diseases.

Electronic radiation has already become a new environmental disaster on a global scale.
To date, four International Congresses have been held around the world on the effects of low and ultra-low radiation on human health. The issue is recognized as so urgent that the problem of “electronic smog” has been put by the World Health Organization (WHO) in first place in terms of the danger of impact on human health. WHO considers “the current level of modern electromagnetic radiation and its impact on the population to be more dangerous than the effect of residual nuclear ionizing radiation.”

The International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection of the countries of the European Union recommends that the governments of all states take the most effective preventive and technical means and measures to protect the population from the effects of “electromagnetic smog.” Special literature published in our country and abroad indicates the following manifestations of the harmful effects of electromagnetic radiation on the human body:

1. a gene mutation that increases the likelihood of cancer;
2. disturbances in the normal electrophysiology of the human body, which causes headaches, insomnia, tachycardia;
3. eye damage causing various ophthalmological diseases, in severe cases – up to complete loss of vision;
4. modification of signals sent by hormones of the parathyroid glands on cell membranes, inhibition of bone growth in children;
5. disruption of the transmembrane flow of calcium ions, which interferes with the normal development of the body in children and adolescents;
6. the cumulative effect that occurs with repeated harmful exposure to radiation ultimately leads to irreversible negative changes.

Biological effects of electromagnetic fields

Experimental data from both domestic and foreign researchers indicate high biological activity of EMF in all frequency ranges. At relatively high levels of irradiating EMF, modern theory recognizes a thermal mechanism of action. At a relatively low level of EMF (for example, for radio frequencies above 300 MHz it is less than 1 mW/cm2), it is customary to talk about the non-thermal or informational nature of the impact on the body. Numerous studies in the field of biological effects of EMF will allow us to determine the most sensitive systems of the human body: nervous, immune, endocrine and reproductive. These body systems are critical. The reactions of these systems must be taken into account when assessing the risk of EMF exposure to the population.
The biological effect of EMF under conditions of long-term exposure accumulates over many years, resulting in the development of long-term consequences, including degenerative processes of the central nervous system, blood cancer (leukemia), brain tumors, and hormonal diseases. EMFs can be especially dangerous for children, pregnant women (embryos), people with diseases of the central nervous, hormonal, and cardiovascular systems, allergy sufferers, and people with weakened immune systems.

Effect on the immune system

Currently, sufficient data have been accumulated indicating the negative impact of EMF on the immunological reactivity of the body. The results of research by Russian scientists give reason to believe that when exposed to EMF, the processes of immunogenesis are disrupted, more often in the direction of their inhibition. It has also been established that in animals irradiated with EMF, the nature of the infectious process changes - the course of the infectious process is aggravated. The occurrence of autoimmunity is associated not so much with a change in the antigenic structure of tissues, but with the pathology of the immune system, as a result of which it reacts against normal tissue antigens. According to this concept, the basis of all autoimmune conditions is primarily immunodeficiency in the thymus-dependent cell population of lymphocytes. The influence of high-intensity EMF on the body’s immune system is manifested in a suppressive effect on the T-system of cellular immunity. EMFs can contribute to nonspecific inhibition of immunogenesis, increased formation of antibodies to fetal tissues and stimulation of an autoimmune reaction in the body of a pregnant female.

Effect on the nervous system

A large number of studies carried out in Russia, and the monographic generalizations made, give grounds to classify the nervous system as one of the most sensitive systems in the human body to the effects of EMFs. At the level of the nerve cell, structural formations for the transmission of nerve impulses (synapse), at the level of isolated nerve structures, significant deviations occur when exposed to low-intensity EMF. Higher nervous activity and memory change in people who have contact with EMF. These individuals may be prone to developing stress reactions. Certain brain structures have increased sensitivity to EMF. Changes in the permeability of the blood-brain barrier can lead to unexpected adverse effects. The nervous system of the embryo exhibits particularly high sensitivity to EMF.

Effect on sexual function

Sexual dysfunction is usually associated with changes in its regulation by the nervous and neuroendocrine systems. Related to this are the results of work on studying the state of gonadotropic activity of the pituitary gland under the influence of EMF.

Repeated exposure to EMF causes a decrease in the activity of the pituitary gland

Any environmental factor that affects the female body during pregnancy and affects embryonic development is considered teratogenic. Many scientists attribute EMF to this group of factors.
Of primary importance in teratogenesis studies is the stage of pregnancy during which EMF exposure occurs. It is generally accepted that EMFs can, for example, cause deformities by acting at different stages of pregnancy. Although there are periods of maximum sensitivity to EMF. The most vulnerable periods are usually the early stages of embryo development, corresponding to the periods of implantation and early organogenesis.

An opinion was expressed about the possibility of a specific effect of EMF on the sexual function of women and on the embryo. A higher sensitivity to the effects of EMF of the ovaries than the testes was noted. It has been established that the sensitivity of the embryo to EMF is much higher than the sensitivity of the maternal body, and intrauterine damage to the fetus by EMF can occur at any stage of its development. The results of epidemiological studies will allow us to conclude that the presence of contact of women with electromagnetic radiation can lead to premature birth, affect the development of the fetus and, finally, increase the risk of developing congenital deformities.

Effect on the endocrine system and neurohumoral response

In the works of Russian scientists back in the 60s, in the interpretation of the mechanism of functional disorders under the influence of EMF, the leading place was given to changes in the pituitary-adrenal system. Studies have shown that under the influence of EMF, as a rule, stimulation of the pituitary-adrenaline system occurred, which was accompanied by an increase in the content of adrenaline in the blood and activation of blood coagulation processes. It was recognized that one of the systems that is early and naturally involved in the body's response to the influence of various environmental factors is the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal cortex system. The research results confirmed this position.

The earliest clinical manifestations of the consequences of exposure to EM radiation on humans are functional disorders of the nervous system, manifested primarily in the form of autonomic dysfunctions, neurasthenic and asthenic syndrome. Persons who have been in the area of ​​EM radiation for a long time complain of weakness, irritability, fatigue, weakened memory, and sleep disturbances.

Often these symptoms are accompanied by disorders of autonomic functions. Disorders of the cardiovascular system are manifested, as a rule, by neurocirculatory dystonia: lability of pulse and blood pressure, tendency to hypotension, pain in the heart, etc. Phase changes in the composition of peripheral blood (lability of indicators) are also noted with the subsequent development of moderate leukopenia, neuropenia, erythrocytopenia . Changes in the bone marrow are in the nature of a reactive compensatory stress of regeneration. Typically, these changes occur in people who, due to the nature of their work, were constantly exposed to EM radiation with a fairly high intensity. Those working with MF and EMF, as well as the population living in the area affected by EMF, complain of irritability and impatience. After 1-3 years, some people develop a feeling of internal tension and fussiness. Attention and memory are impaired. There are complaints about low sleep efficiency and fatigue. Considering the important role of the cerebral cortex and hypothalamus in the implementation of human mental functions, it can be expected that prolonged repeated exposure to maximum permissible EM radiation (especially in the decimeter wavelength range) can lead to mental disorders.

In recent years, due to the development of technology, the human body has been exposed to a high level of exposure to electromagnetic radiation (EMR), which could not but cause serious concern throughout the world.

What is the effect on living organisms? Their consequences depend on which category of radiation - ionizing or not - they belong to. The first type has a high energy potential, which acts on atoms in cells and leads to a change in their natural state. It can be deadly as it causes cancer and other diseases. Non-ionizing radiation includes electromagnetic radiation in the form of radio waves, microwave radiation and electrical vibrations. Although it cannot change the structure of the atom, its impact can lead to irreversible consequences.

Invisible danger

Publications in the scientific literature have raised the issue of the adverse effects on individuals and society as a whole of non-ionizing EMF radiation emanating from power, electrical and wireless devices in the home, at work, in educational and public institutions. Despite numerous challenges in establishing conclusive scientific evidence of harm and gaps in understanding the precise mechanisms by which it occurs, epidemiological analysis increasingly suggests a significant potential for injury from non-ionizing radiation exposure. Protection against electromagnetic radiation is becoming increasingly important.

Because medical education does not emphasize environmental health, some physicians are not fully aware of the potential health problems associated with EMR and, as a result, non-ionizing radiation events may be misdiagnosed and treated ineffectively.

While the possibility of damage to tissues and cells associated with exposure to X-ray radiation is beyond doubt, the influence of electromagnetic radiation on living organisms, when it comes from power lines, mobile phones, electrical appliances and some machines, has only recently begun to attract attention as a potential threat. health.

Electromagnetic spectrum

Refers to a type of energy that emanates or radiates far beyond its source. Electromagnetic radiation energy exists in various forms, each of which has different physical properties. They can be measured and expressed using frequency or wavelength. Some waves have a high frequency, others have a medium frequency, and others have a low frequency. The range of electromagnetic radiation includes many different forms of energy coming from different sources. Their name is used to classify types of EMR.

The short wavelength of electromagnetic radiation, corresponding to high frequency, is a characteristic of gamma rays, x-rays and ultraviolet radiation. More spectrum includes microwave radiation and radio waves. Light radiation belongs to the middle part of the EMR spectrum; it provides normal vision and is the light that we perceive. Infrared energy is responsible for human perception of heat.

Most forms of energy, such as X-rays, ultraviolet and radio waves, are invisible and undetectable to humans. Detection of them requires the measurement of electromagnetic radiation using special instruments, and, as a result, people cannot assess the extent of exposure to energy fields in these ranges.

Despite the lack of perception, exposure to high-frequency energy, including X-rays, called ionizing radiation, is potentially harmful to human cells. By changing the atomic composition of cellular structures, breaking chemical bonds and inducing the formation of free radicals, sufficient exposure to ionizing radiation can damage the genetic code in DNA or provoke mutations, thereby increasing the risk of malignancy or cell death.

Anthropogenic EMP

The effect of electromagnetic radiation on the body, especially non-ionizing radiation, which refers to forms of energy with lower frequencies, has been underestimated by many scientists. It was not believed to produce adverse effects at normal exposure levels. Recently, however, growing evidence suggests that some frequencies of non-ionizing radiation may potentially cause biological harm. Most studies of their health effects have focused on the following three main types of anthropogenic EMR:

• lower scale of electromagnetic radiation from power lines, electrical appliances and electronic equipment;
• microwave and radio emissions from wireless communications devices such as cell phones, cell towers, antennas, and television and radio towers;
• electrical pollution due to the operation of certain types of equipment (for example, plasma TVs, some energy-saving appliances, variable speed motors, etc.) that produce signals whose frequency of electromagnetic radiation is in the range of 3-150 kHz (propagated and re-radiated by wiring).

Currents in the ground, which are sometimes called stray currents, are not limited by wires. Current follows the path of least resistance and can pass through any available paths, including the ground, wires, and various objects. Accordingly, electrical voltage is also transmitted through the ground and through building structures through metal water or sewer pipes, resulting in non-ionizing radiation being released into the immediate environment.

EMR and human health

While studies examining the negative effects of electromagnetic radiation have sometimes produced conflicting results, findings of reproductive dysfunction and cancer susceptibility appear to support suspicions that EMF exposure may pose a threat to human health. Adverse pregnancy outcomes, including miscarriages, stillbirths, preterm births, altered sex ratios, and congenital anomalies have all been associated with maternal exposure to EMR.

A large prospective study published in the journal Epidemiology, for example, reported peak EMR exposure in 1,063 pregnant women in the San Francisco area. Participants in the experiment wore magnetic field detectors, and the scientists found a significant increase in fetal mortality as the level of maximum EMF exposure increased.

EMR and cancer

Claims that intense exposure to certain EMR frequencies may be carcinogenic have been examined. For example, the International Journal of Cancer recently published an important case-control study on the association between childhood leukemia and magnetic fields in Japan. By assessing levels of electromagnetic radiation in bedrooms, scientists confirmed that high levels of exposure lead to a significantly greater risk of childhood leukemia.

Physical and psychological impact

People with electromagnetic hypersensitivity often suffer from exhaustion, which can affect any part of the body, including the central nervous system, musculoskeletal system, gastrointestinal tract and endocrine system. These symptoms often lead to constant psychological stress and fear of being affected by EMP. Many patients become incapacitated by the mere thought that an invisible wireless signal at any time and anywhere can provoke painful sensations in their body. Constant fear and concern about health problems affect well-being up to the development of phobia and fear of electricity, which in some people makes them want to leave civilization.

Mobile phones and telecommunications

Cell phones transmit and receive signals using EMFs, which are partially absorbed by their users. Since these sources of electromagnetic radiation are usually in close proximity to the head, this feature has led to concerns about the possible adverse effects of their use on human health.

One problem in extrapolating results from their use in experimental rodent studies is that the frequency of maximum absorption of RF energy depends on body size, shape, orientation and position.

Resonant absorption in rats is in the range of microwaves and operating frequencies of mobile phones used in experiments (from 0.5 to 3 GHz), but on the scale of the human body it occurs at 100 MHz. This factor can be taken into account when calculating absorbed dose rate, but poses a problem for those studies in which only the external field strength is used to determine the level of exposure.

The relative depth of penetration in laboratory animals compared to the size of the human head is greater, and the tissue parameters and the mechanism of heat redistribution differ. Another potential source of inaccuracy in exposure levels is the effect of radiofrequency radiation on the cell.

The effect of high-voltage radiation on people and the environment

Power lines with voltages above 100 kV are the most powerful sources of electromagnetic radiation. Research into radiation effects on technical personnel began with the start of construction of the first 220 kV power lines, when cases of deteriorating health of workers appeared. The commissioning of 400 kV power lines led to the publication of numerous works in this area, which subsequently became the basis for the adoption of the first regulations limiting the effect of the 50-Hz electric field.

Power lines with a voltage of more than 500 kV have an impact on the environment in the form of:

• electric field with a frequency of 50 Hz;
• radiation;
• magnetic field of industrial frequency.

EMF and the nervous system

The mammalian blood-brain barrier consists of endothelial cells associated with the zona septa, as well as adjacent pericytes and extracellular matrix. Helps maintain a highly stable extracellular environment necessary for accurate synaptic transmission and protects neural tissue from damage. Increasing its low permeability to hydrophilic and charged molecules can be harmful to health.

Ambient temperatures that exceed the limits of mammalian thermoregulation increase the permeability of the blood-brain barrier to macromolecules. Neuronal uptake of albumin in various areas of the brain depends on its temperature and appears when it increases by 1 °C or higher. Since sufficiently strong radiofrequency fields can lead to tissue heating, it is logical to assume that the influence of electromagnetic radiation on humans results in increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier.

EMF and sleep

The upper scale of electromagnetic radiation has some effect on sleep. This topic has become relevant for several reasons. Among other symptoms, complaints of sleep disturbances have been mentioned in anecdotal reports of people believing that they are being affected by EMR. This has led to speculation that electromagnetic fields may interfere with normal sleep patterns, with attendant health consequences. The potential risk of sleep disturbance must be considered in light of the fact that it is a very complex biological process controlled by the central nervous system. Although the exact neurobiological mechanisms have not yet been established, regular alternation between waking and resting states is a necessary requirement for proper brain function, metabolic homeostasis and the immune system.

In addition, sleep appears to be precisely the physiological system whose study will make it possible to clarify the influence of high-frequency electromagnetic radiation on humans, since in this biological state the body reacts sensitively to external stimuli. There is evidence that weak EMFs, the intensity of which is well below that which would cause a rise in temperature, can also cause biological effects.

Currently, research into the effects of non-ionizing high-frequency EMR is clearly focused on the risk of cancer, due to concerns about the carcinogenic properties of ionizing radiation.

Negative manifestations

Thus, the influence of electromagnetic radiation on humans, even non-ionizing ones, occurs, especially in the case of high-voltage power lines and the corona effect. Microwave radiation affects the nervous, cardiovascular, immune and reproductive systems, including causing damage to the nervous system, changing its reaction, electroencephalogram, blood-brain barrier, causing disturbances (wakefulness - sleep) by interfering with the functioning of the pineal gland and creating hormonal imbalance , changes in heart rate and blood pressure, impairing immunity to pathogens, causing weakness, exhaustion, growth problems, DNA damage and cancer.

It is recommended to construct buildings away from EMI sources, and protection from electromagnetic radiation of high-voltage power lines must be mandatory. In cities, cables must be laid underground, and equipment that neutralizes the effects of EMR must be used.

Based on the results of a correlation analysis based on experimental data, it was concluded that the influence of electromagnetic radiation from power lines on humans can be significantly reduced by reducing the distance of wire sag, which will lead to an increase in the distance between the conductive line and the measurement point. In addition, this distance is also influenced by the terrain under the power line.

Precautionary measures

Electricity is an integral part of life in modern society. This means that EMP will always be around us. And in order for EMFs to make our lives easier, not shorter, we should take some precautions:

• Children should not be allowed to play near power lines, transformers, satellite transmitters, or microwave sources.
• Places where the density exceeds 1 mG should be avoided. It is necessary to measure the EMF level of devices in the off and on state.
• It is necessary to rearrange the office or home in such a way as not to be exposed to the field of electrical appliances and computers.
• You should not sit too close in front of the computer. Monitors vary greatly in the strength of their EMR. Do not stand near a running microwave oven.
• Move electrical appliances at least 2 m from the bed. Wiring should not be allowed under the bed. Remove dimmers and 3-way switches.
• Precautions should be taken when using cordless devices such as electric toothbrushes and razors.
• It is also recommended to wear as little jewelry as possible and remove it at night.
• It is also necessary to remember that EMR passes through walls, and take into account sources in the next room or behind the walls of the room.

Technical progress accompanies a person throughout his life, making it easier, but at the same time causing harm. The use of devices powered by electricity contributes to the occurrence of such a phenomenon as electromagnetic radiation.

It represents electromagnetic waves that travel at the speed of light. They appear due to the reaction of electric and magnetic fields. Scientists note the presence of frequency-wave properties in electromagnetic radiation. The unit of measurement for EMR is quantum.

Types and sources of electromagnetic waves

Electromagnetic radiation is classified according to the type of waves generated, among them are:

1. ultraviolet;
2. ionized;
3. radio frequency;
4. optical;
5. infrared.

EMR appears due to the occurrence of magnetic and electrical vibrations in atoms. Their range varies, as does their speed of propagation.

Sources of electromagnetic radiation can be natural and artificial. The first include the magnetic field around our planet, the synthesis of nuclear substances inside stars, and processes of electrical origin in the Earth’s atmosphere. The second is a side effect from the use of technical equipment.

The level of EMR is characterized by the degree of manifestations.

High levels of radiation come from:

• high-voltage power lines;
• lifting equipment powered by electrochemical power units;
• electric transport;
• transformers;
• radio and television towers.

Low-level electromagnetic radiation is provoked by equipment: having a household purpose; specialized for medical research; having a CRT display; providing access to electricity.

Areas of use

Electromagnetic waves are often used for good purposes. For example, for heating food or for taking photographs. In medicine, their use has long become the norm and necessity. It is quite difficult to diagnose without them.

Using a microwave diathermy apparatus, damaged tissues (skin) of the body are heated. This is true for rheumatism. We also must not forget about ultrasound, galvanization, magnetic therapy, phonophoresis, and fluorographic studies.

Bioresonance therapy helps determine the frequency of EMR; it is carried out using an encephalograph.

Telemetry (radio telemetry) is the process of obtaining data about a person’s physical condition. It is used in astronautics. The benefits of electromagnetic waves are difficult to exaggerate. You just need to use them carefully and in acceptable doses. Otherwise, you may be seriously injured.

Effect of EMR on humans

The human body is a system in which everything is interconnected. Disturbances in one “department” lead to failures in others, that is, the quality of life and health directly depend on the internal reaction to what is happening outside. Therefore, there is simply no doubt that electromagnetic radiation affects people.

Under the influence of waves, molecular structures change, therefore functions in the “energy system” of the human body are disrupted. Among them is the process of restoration of damaged tissues and organs, that is, due to the influence of EMR, a person becomes more vulnerable to external irritants.

As a result, the likelihood of serious illness increases. The World Health Organization gave this phenomenon its definition of “electromagnetic smog.” It is hardly possible to identify the exact number of people who suffered from it.

The high-risk group includes people living in areas where the EMR level exceeds the permissible norm. The frequency range of harmful radiation, the duration of exposure, the intensity and nature of their manifestations are the factors that directly affect the human biofield, causing dangerous pathologies.

Long-term exposure to EMF causes genetic abnormalities. Unfortunately, it is impossible to get rid of them.

It is possible to avoid such consequences by moving to a safer area. Then the “energy” and immune systems of the body will gradually return to their previous state and eliminate partially or completely the harm caused by sources emitting radiation.

Electromagnetic large-scale effects occur with general localization of lesions. It causes more harm than radiation, the influence of which is concentrated in a certain area of ​​the human body.

Local level emitters: mobile phone, game console, electronic watch, TV and even refrigerator. One of the most harmful large-scale sources are power transmission lines (PTLs).

People, without knowing it, are exposed to electromagnetic radiation. Being near a microwave while heating food or staying in front of a computer for a long time has a negative impact on a person.

Unfortunately, it is impossible to avoid harmful effects. To date, permissible EMR standards have been calculated according to GOST, which must be observed in residential areas and industrial enterprises. Compliance with them is mandatory; SanPiN monitors this.

Symptoms of the lesion

Electromagnetic radiation causes a pathology similar in clinical picture to neurocircular dystonia. This disease negatively affects all vital systems of the body.

Therefore, the manifestations of the victims are different (hypertension, dysmenorrhea, arrhythmia, impotence, stomach ulcers, obesity, thyroid problems), often they are not even associated with EMR.

There are common symptoms that are caused by EMR radiation of varying intensities. These include fatigue, nervous system disorders, weakness throughout the body, mental disorders, apathy, difficulty concentrating, headaches, problems with memory and speech.

It is not necessary that all this will manifest itself in one patient, but there cannot be a deterioration in health without a reason.

Therefore, you should not ignore the above signs. A timely visit to a medical facility will avoid many serious consequences. For example, pathologies in the body’s circulatory system, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, oncology.

Also, a visit to the doctor will help prevent a possible threat to the life and health of loved ones.

The electromagnetic flow of radiation poses a great danger to the embryo. Such external influence can lead to irreversible developmental pathologies, which are sometimes incompatible with life outside the mother’s womb.

Risk groups include children, the elderly and people with allergies. Their sensitivity to EMR is increased compared to healthy adults.

Eventually

From all of the above we can conclude that:

1. Technological progress entails an increase in electromagnetic background, which negatively affects people's health.
2. Signs of radiation poisoning may subside when moving to an area with less electromagnetic radiation, following safety precautions, or removing particularly dangerous equipment.
3. Long-term exposure to EMR leads to irreversible consequences in the body.

Measures to protect against electromagnetic radiation

It is impossible to completely protect yourself from electromagnetic influence. But a person can reduce the likelihood of dangerous consequences by following several recommendations.

At the workplace it is necessary to use all regulated protective equipment. This must be monitored by the manager, since this requirement is necessarily included in safety precautions.

At home, you need to limit the time spent alone with a computer, TV, tablet, and so on. Electronic watches should not be placed near the pillow; the distance should be at least 5-10 cm. Cell phones (radios, players) should be carried in a bag. The closer they are to the body, the more radiation.

When arranging household appliances (refrigerator, microwave oven), it is necessary to take into account the danger posed by them. Practicality and space saving should not harm your own health. Always unplug electrical appliances you are not using.

It must be remembered that objects that produce an increased amount of electromagnetic rays should not be approached frequently. Power lines, television and radio towers should be bypassed at a distance of 25 m. This is an approximate distance; a more accurate result can be obtained by taking into account the EMR level.

To avoid unpleasant consequences, you can measure the EMR level at home or at work. This procedure is carried out using a device called a flux meter.

The result obtained (the permissible limit is up to 0.2 µT) must be compared with the table. Remember that radiation exposure from technical equipment varies, so pay attention to manufacturer and composition information.

Today it is impossible to do without EMR, but it is worth protecting yourself from its influence. It's not difficult, just don't ignore the warnings and recommendations of experts.

Harmful substances accumulated in the body do not manifest themselves immediately, but only after reaching a critical concentration. Therefore, do not risk yourself and your family. Protect your family from excessive electromagnetic radiation. A compromise between comfort and health is possible.

Electromagnetic radiation is the natural habitat of all life on our planet: electromagnetic waves are emitted by outer space above us, sun rays, lightning strikes, household appliances and even living beings. Moreover, if the Earth’s electromagnetic field did not exist, there would be no life itself. Unfortunately, electromagnetic pulses can be both beneficial and harmful. It is worth understanding that the human body is an excellent source of receiving electromagnetic radiation, which means that a long stay in an area of ​​strong influence simply cannot pass without leaving a trace for us. Let's figure out what the influence of electromagnetic radiation on the human body is, and how to protect yourself from it.

Electromagnetic radiation and its sources

This type of radiation occurs as a result of particle oscillations of magnetic and electric fields. As a result, waves with high penetrating power are formed. Depending on the type of emitter, the frequency spectrum and field strength can vary significantly. Today there is the following classification of types of electromagnetic radiation:

• visible radiation or light These are the shortest waves. Moreover, some animals and insects are able to see many more types of radiation, since their eyes are more receptive than humans;
• infrared radiation– this type of radiation is not perceived by the human eye. The most well-known sources of this type of wave are the sun and large industrial devices;
• radio waves– radio waves are considered the longest. They are the ones that come from microwave ovens and many other household appliances;
• UV radiation– Ultraviolet radiation also refers to electromagnetic waves. Sources of UV radiation are the sun's rays, solarium lamps, stars, and laser systems. It is believed that UV waves are a natural source of radiation that can have the maximum effect on humans;
• x-ray waves– this type of radiation is actively used in medicine, allowing doctors to take pictures of bones or internal organs. These waves have a wide range of wavelengths and high penetrating power;
• gamma radiation- the shortest wavelength, but at the same time the most dangerous radiation. Gamma wave sources can be both natural and artificial sources. They are able to penetrate any objects and pass through them. In addition, prolonged exposure to gamma rays can cause irreversible changes and even mutations in the body.

It is worth noting that the earth’s magnetic field is also one of the strongest emitters of electromagnetic waves. However, in this case, exposure to electromagnetic radiation does not have a critical effect on the human body. Over thousands of years of life, humanity has made a huge step forward, learning to create complex technical devices and understanding the power of many natural phenomena. Unfortunately, some of human creations, in addition to their benefits, carry potential danger in the form of electromagnetic radiation. The most well-known and common sources of electromagnetic waves include:

• high-voltage power lines;
• mobile communication stations;
• television and radio towers;
• electric trains and trams, as well as other types of electric transport;
• transformers;
• most devices with a display, such as computers, laptops or televisions;
• all household appliances powered by electricity;
• sockets, electricity meters and much more.

Thus, electromagnetic radiation surrounds us everywhere: it is impossible to hide or run away from it.

Harm from electromagnetic radiation

Scientists have been observing electromagnetic radiation for a long time and, in the end, came to the conclusion that waves of different strengths and lengths can have a negative impact on human health. The tissues of the human body are quite susceptible to electromagnetic pulses, and the body’s reaction to their influence depends on the following criteria:

• radiation power;
• type of waves;
• duration of stay within the range of electromagnetic waves.

Electromagnetic waves cause particles in the body's tissues to vibrate, causing them to overheat. However, human organs have different densities, due to which their susceptibility to EM impulses differs. The following types of tissues are most susceptible to negative changes:

• eyes;
• brain;
• intestines;
• gallbladder;
• bladder.

In people forced to be exposed to electromagnetic radiation for a long time, the following diseases were most often diagnosed:

• visual impairment, including cataracts;
• problems with blood pressure and heart function;
• blood diseases that result in the destruction of red blood cells;
• chronic headaches;
• endocrine diseases;
• feeling of chronic fatigue;
• depressive disorders.

Electromagnetic radiation is especially dangerous for pregnant women in the early stages of pregnancy. At this stage, waves of different frequencies can cause disturbances in the formation of the internal organs of the fetus. As a result, irreversible deformities develop, underdevelopment of internal organs or a complete stop in the development of the embryo and its further death. Electromagnetic waves are also no less dangerous for men. They contribute to the development of potency problems, inhibit sperm activity, which ultimately leads to infertility.

Infrared radiation is considered one of the most dangerous. During its impact on humans and the environment, body tissues overheat. If the temperature rises above 42 degrees, the victim’s internal organs begin to fail, irreversible changes occur in the blood, which ultimately leads to death. No less dangerous is ultraviolet radiation, the abuse of which can cause skin cancer. In addition to the above, electromagnetic waves affect the human brain, increasing the risk of developing diseases such as Alzheimer's disease in older people.

Physical and psychological impact

It's no secret that some people are more susceptible to electromagnetic radiation than others. This is mainly manifested in increased sensitivity to changes in the electromagnetic field of the earth, due to which such people are called weather dependent. If such a person is forced to stay near a source of strong radiation for a long time, then first of all his nervous system and mental health suffer. Common psychological and nervous problems caused by electromagnetic waves include:

• memory impairment;
• depression;
• frequent mood changes.

According to scientific research, people with increased sensitivity to electromagnetic radiation are more likely than others to suffer from panic attacks and unreasonable fears, and are also most prone to suicide. It is important to note that not only older people, but also young people can suffer from hypersensitivity. The hereditary factor plays a huge role in this.

Methods of protection against the negative effects of electromagnetic radiation

Despite the fact that electromagnetic waves are an integral part of our lives, nevertheless, there are many ways to protect yourself and your loved ones from their negative effects. To reduce the risk of electromagnetic radiation, it is important to remember the following rules:

• Try to avoid prolonged exposure under high-voltage power lines, as well as near transformer boxes or powerful sources of microwave radiation. You should not buy land or build houses next to such sources, and it is also not recommended to start a garden or vegetable garden in such places;
• if contact with strong electromagnetic radiation cannot be avoided, buy a special device that allows you to measure the field level;
• Remember that electronic devices must operate for a strictly limited time. If you are not watching TV or sitting at the computer, turn them off;
• Create a computer schedule for yourself and your children. Scientists recommend spending no more than 2 hours in front of the monitor every day;
• if you do not use the Internet, turn off the Wi-Fi router in the house;
• place household appliances, including a TV, at a distance of at least 3 meters from your sleeping place;
• Don't let your children play with phones or tablets.

In addition to the above, experts recommend checking the level of radiation emanating from your wiring and switches. If you are really interested in the safety of your home, you can invite a specialist from a laboratory with special equipment who will measure the background and tell you which device poses the greatest threat. This is the most effective protection against electromagnetic fields and radiation.

Important! Scientists have not yet invented protection against electromagnetic waves, but in some stores, including on the Internet, you can find special devices aimed at suppressing the electromagnetic field. All these “inventions” are a commercial move and are absolutely useless things.

There is no way to completely get rid of the electromagnetic field, but you should not overestimate the harm of electromagnetic radiation. Our body is designed for weak exposure to electromagnetic pulses, and DNA can repair damaged areas on its own. Thus, if the level of exposure to the electromagnetic field is below normal, then a person should not be afraid of it.