EMF: Radio Frequencies (HF)

We discussed the 4 types non-native radiation in our previous article: Radio Frequencies, Electric Fields, Magnetic Fields and Dirty Electricity. Let’s look RFs:

Radio Frequency (RF) radiation, often referred to as RFR, EMR or EMF (electromagnetic

radiation or frequency), is the energy emitted by wireless telecommunications devices, such as cellphones, cell towers, WiFi routers, Bluetooth, smart meters, baby monitors, and other wireless devices. Its increasing prevalence is unprecedented in human history. As RF radiation is coming to be found in more and more places, such as our homes, places of work, schools, etc., people are increasingly reporting ill health symptoms in conjunction with exposure. A growing number of scientists, doctors, government health officials, and other experts are calling for serious changes in how we use and expose others to this form of radiation. Though little discussed by the mainstream medical community, there is in fact a substantial body of research on the significant biological effects of RF radiation.

The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has

classified EMR as a 2B cancer risk; in this same category of risk, one can also find lead, the

substance behind the recent surge of children's toy recalls, and DDT, the controversial mosquito repellent. Currently, none of the major companies responsible for popular RF emitting products publicly acknowledge the 2B classification of RF radiation.

Most safety limits worldwide are based on decades old research from times when digital communications were hardly used, or not used at all. These limits are based on the thermal heating effects of RF radiation. However, new research as well as overlooked prior research shows non-thermal biological effects, even at very low levels

Human bodies are not designed to live within a world with elevated radio frequency Signals; yet that is exactly the environment we have created. Long-term exposure to low levels of RF can cause sympathetic lock of cell membranes and the consequential cascade of cellular dysfunction. Male fertility has been closely linked with RF from cell-phones habitually carried in a man’s front pants pockets; male sperm counts are half what they were a generation ago and continuing to decline.

RFs are often referred to as “High Frequencies”, due to the range of the spectrum they operate in (typically in the range of 3kHz to 300 GHz). Cell phones, cordless phones, anything WiFi, wireless, and Bluetooth devices all emit EMF radiation in the RF range – and some of these use the exact same frequencies used by microwave ovens (although they use a much lower power).

WiFi is pretty much everywhere these days – airports, malls and other public spaces – but also more significantly, in our homes. The convenience of connecting our devices wirelessly to the internet is appealing, but not without it’s dangers according to research. It is important to note that WiFi routers use 2 different frequencies to emit their signal: 2.4GHz and 5GHz (not to be confused with 5G). By default, both radios are enabled, causing unnecessary exposure to us in our homes.

In a densely populated area, it is not uncommon to have multiple external WiFi signals from neighbours. Whilst not ideal, a weak signal is less of a problem, so it is good to have a view of the networks penetrating in your house – the only way to find out is to measure the environment. In summary, the higher the signal strength, the better the reception, speed and service is BUT also it lends to stronger exposure of radiation to individuals.

It is key for you to understand your EMF exposure levels in and around your home, so you can make sure your environment is safe for your family. You can achieve this by booking a home assessment or by acquiring a meter to allow you to measure your environment. Our motto is to take heed of the 3 “Ls”:

1. LIMIT:  your personal health risk by getting into safe habits

2. LEARN: the what, where and how to reduce your exposure to wireless radiation

3. LESSEN: your exposure by applying knowledge and mitigation strategies

For more information on booking a home assessment or purchasing a meter please contact us at info@emfree.co.za or visit www.emfree.co.za