EMF Radiation Found to Affect Memory in Young People

Smartphones have become a major part of daily life, bringing convenience, communication, and entertainment. However, studies have shown they also have negative effects. One study found that constant exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) from cell phones and other communication technologies can harm the memory of young people.

The HERMES Study

The study, published in Environmental Health Perspectives and titled HERMES (Health Effects Related to Mobile Phone Use in Adolescents), followed 700 students aged 12 to 17 for one year. These students attended public schools in both urban and rural areas in Switzerland.

Researchers looked at the relationship between RF-EMF exposure and memory performance. They had participants fill out questionnaires about their cell phone usage and other factors related to their mental and physical health. They also collected data from the participants' cell phones to ensure objectivity. This was the first study to examine the cumulative dose of RF-EMF in adolescents.

Impact on Memory Performance

To measure changes in mental performance, the participants took a series of computerized cognitive tests. The researchers found that cell phone use and RF-EMF exposure negatively affected the development of figural memory performance in adolescents.

Figural memory, a right-brain function, involves the ability to remember images. The study found that impairments in figural memory were linked to the amount of RF-EMF exposure. The impairment was more pronounced in those who used their phones on the right side of their head.

These findings confirm earlier studies about the negative impact of cell phone use on health. Some studies observed that using a phone shortly before bedtime altered sleep quality, affecting the ability to perform abstract tasks during the day.

Other Factors Affecting Memory

It’s not just RF-EMF exposure that affects memory. A study in Frontiers in Psychology talked about the “Google Effect,” where people become less efficient at remembering new information when they know a computer stores it for them.

Other studies have shown that heavy smartphone users have “less analytical” cognitive styles, as shown by poor performance in cognitive tests. This suggests that relying on smartphones for information makes people less likely to remember what they learn.

The Negative Effects of RF-EMF on the Body

RF-EMF is emitted not only by smartphones but also by laptops, power lines, and WiFi networks. This radiation can cause various health problems beyond memory issues.

The World Health Organization (WHO) classifies RF-EMF as a Class B “possible carcinogen,” in the same category as DDT and lead. Studies have confirmed the link between RF-EMF and an increased risk of cancer.

RF-EMF is also linked to infertility, heart palpitations, insomnia, headaches, and brain fog. In some cases, it has caused increased resistance to certain antibiotics.

How to Reduce Radiation Exposure

To protect yourself and your family from the potentially harmful effects of EMF radiation, consider the following measures:

• Use Speakerphones: Using hands-free devices reduces direct exposure to RF-EMF.
• Text Instead of Calling: Texting exposes you to less RF-EMF than making phone calls.
• Keep Your Phone Away from Your Body: Avoid carrying your phone in your pocket or close to your body.
• Use Radiation Protection Products: Invest in EMF radiation protection products designed to reduce EMF exposure can reduce potential risks. Bodywell, for instance, offers EMF radiation protection products that are proven effective through rigorous testing.

Key Benefits of Using Bodywell Include:

• Thermal Reduction: Bodywell products can reduce thermal absorption by up to 20%, helping to minimize heat-related effects from EMF exposure.
• Reduction in SAR:  Bodywell products have demonstrated an 80% reduction in SAR, significantly lowering the amount of radiation absorbed by the body.
• PH Recovery: Prolonged EMF exposure can disrupt the body's pH balance. Bodywell products help recover pH levels by 100%, maintaining the body's natural equilibrium.