We now live in a wireless world. Like never before we are exposed to electromagnetic frequencies in our everyday lives. These signals are used for all kinds of devices including: cellular phones, cordless phones, laptop computers and any devices that use a wifi connection (that includes gaming consoles, surround sound speakers…). And the list keeps growing every year.

What we know We know that we are sensitive to electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs). High levels of radiation, even in short exposures, are known to cause cancer. So, what is the result of a low level of radiation that we are now being faced with 24 hours a day, 7 days a week? The result is an experiment in which we are now the guinea pigs.

Actually, there is mounting evidence that all these frequencies are having a negative impact on our health.

Cancer, infertility, birth defects, insomnia, memory loss and mental decline have been linked to increasing levels of EMFs.

The scary facts:

1. The brain is a particularly electrically sensitive tissue. Our brains do not reach full maturation until age 20. That means that children are especially sensitive to the effects of EMFs.
2. EMFs have the ability to damage DNA. DNA damage is the mechanism that causes cancer to develop. DNA damage can also have negative effects on fertility in both women and men.
3. Some people are particularly sensitive to EMFs, developing an illness similar to “sick building syndrome” including symptoms of fatigue, dizziness, headaches, nausea, burning skin sensation and poor mental function.

What we can do:

1. Limit your cell phone use. Keep your conversations short or use a corded landline whenever possible.
2. No cell phones for kids under 12.
3. Use text messaging instead of calls whenever possible.
4. Keep cell phones away from your body. When talking on the phone use a headset or speaker phone mode. Never carry your phone on your body.
5. Turn off all wifi devices at night – including your wireless router, which transmits a signal through the house.
6. Keep electronics out of the bedroom. This includes: cell phones, laptops, gaming consoles (like xbox or playstation). These devices continue to transmit frequencies even when they are not in use, so at the very least power them off. That way you can at least sleep without unnecessary radiation (that’s at least 8 hours radiation free).

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INFORM, INVIGORATE, INSPIRE

Feb 19 – 20, 2010

Join us for a 2 day retreat taking place in Cambridge this February. Come to relax and to experience the benefits of yoga, meditation, reflexology and Naturopathic medicine.

I will be speaking about Naturopathic home remedies to cleanse and heal the body. You will learn simple home remedies to treat minor ailments safely at home. I hope to see you there!

Click here for registration details. Space is limited so register early.

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Welcome to 2010! I love the optimism of a new year, it’s like the morning hours of a new day…where there is the potential to start fresh and we can imagine what the day will be like, until the hustle and bustle of the day really begins.

The new year is no different, it gives us a chance to reflect on 2009 and look forward to what the next 12 months will be like. What is the one thing that you wish for yourself? Maybe it is to get better sleep or to have more energy. Maybe you would like to lose weight, eat healthier or feel better about yourself. Whatever your health goals are, Naturopathic medicine can help you get there. By taking a holistic approach we can look at your current health level and decide what steps will best suit you to get the results you are looking for.

If you are not already feeling your best, now is the time to think about YOU. Let Naturopathic medicine help you get there.

Happy 2010!

Dr Barb.

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