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Grounding or “Earthing”  The term ‘grounding’ has been used in recent years more as a mental health strategy to calm anxiety, stress and pain. This practice is different from a more traditional use of the term, otherwise known as ‘earthing’ that relates to the electromagnetic exchange between the Earth and other objects, including humans! We realize that telling you to practice earthing and be one with the Earth likely sounds a bit “woo woo” but hang with us – let’s go over the science. Every single thing on the planet is made of atoms, meaning everything has some sort of...

What Is Grounding? Grounding, also known as earthing, is when you stand on the earth or have contact with a product that’s grounded into the earth. This connects your body to the natural electric charge of the earth, transferring electrons into your body. Some research shows that soaking up electrons can lower inflammation, ease stress, and improve sleep, to name a few. Also known as vitamin G or electronic nutrition, some experts think grounding fixes an “electron deficiency syndrome” that plays a role in multiple health disorders. In other words, spending time on a grounding mat, walking in your yard,...

1.Maintain Healthy Relationships Our interactions with others can affect our mental health. Research shows that not only do healthy and supportive relationships increase happiness, life satisfaction, and psychological well-being, but they also reduce the risk of suicide.3 Conversely, negative relationships can create toxic situations filled with conflict and stress. Disconnecting from these unhealthy interactions and fostering healthy ones is vital to personal well-being. Ways to maintain healthy relationships include:4 Engaging in positive thinking Being open about our thoughts and opinions Assuring the other person that we care through both our words and actions Developing our own relationships with friends of people we care...

Acute Radiation Syndrome from Large Exposures A very high level of radiation exposure delivered over a short period of time can cause symptoms such as nausea and vomiting within hours and can sometimes result in death over the following days or weeks. This is known as acute radiation syndrome, commonly known as “radiation sickness.” It takes a very high radiation exposure to cause acute radiation syndrome—more than 0.75 gray (75 rad) in a short time span (minutes to hours). This level of radiation would be like getting the radiation from 18,000 chest x-rays distributed over your entire body in this short period. Acute radiation...

People typically perform grounding outdoors by lying or walking on the ground or submerging themselves in water. However, grounding mats, sheets, or other equipment can also be used. Grounding, also called earthing, is a technique that involves doing activities that “ground” or electrically reconnect you to the earth. These activities may include being in direct contact with the soil (earth) or using a grounding mat or device that creates a pathway between the body and the ground. This therapeutic practice uses earthing science and grounding physics to explain how electrical charges from the earth could have positive effects on your body. This type of...