What is EMR?
What is EMR and Why Should You Care?
Have you ever wondered, what is EMR? In our fast-paced, tech-driven world, it’s a question more people should be asking. Technology continues to improve our lives with convenience, productivity, and connectivity. However, it also introduces new forms of environmental pressure—particularly on our bodies.
What is EMR? Understanding the Basics
Most people have heard of electromagnetic fields (EMF) or electromagnetic radiation (EMR), but few understand their impact. There are three main types of EMR:
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Radio Frequency / Microwave Radiation – Found in mobile phones, Wi-Fi, towers, baby monitors, and 5G networks.
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Low Frequency Magnetic & Electric Fields – From power lines, household wiring, and appliances.
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Dirty Electricity / Power Quality – Caused by solar inverters, dimmer switches, compact fluorescent bulbs, and more.
These sources are common in our homes and workplaces. In fact, most of us own more wireless devices than pairs of shoes.
Our Daily Exposure to EMR
Think about your own home. Smartphones, smart TVs, wireless keyboards, Bluetooth speakers, security systems, smart meters, baby monitors, and wearable devices all emit EMR. Some homes even run on AI, like Alexa or Google Assistant.
Of course, the benefits are clear: life becomes more efficient and connected. However, being constantly surrounded by this invisible “electro-pollution” can affect your long-term health.
What is EMR Doing to Our Bodies?
According to more than 8,000 peer-reviewed studies, EMR is not as harmless as we once believed. Even low, non-thermal levels—considered “safe” by regulators—can affect how your body functions.
How? EMR may interfere with your body’s own electrical systems. These systems control sleep, memory, digestion, heart rhythms, and even cell repair.
Potential Health Conditions Linked to EMR
Research suggests long-term exposure to EMR may contribute to:
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Cancer
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Diabetes
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Heart palpitations or chest pressure
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Asthma
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Fertility issues
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Sleep disturbances
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Headaches and fatigue
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Muscle or joint pain
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Memory loss and poor concentration
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Mood disorders like anxiety or depression
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Skin irritation, flushing, or tingling
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Learning or behavioural issues in children
Scary, right? These symptoms might not appear overnight, but they can build up over time.
What is EMR Doing While You Sleep?
One of the biggest sources of EMR in most homes is the wiring inside the walls. It’s often located right near beds, making it a constant source of exposure during sleep. Unfortunately, this exposure can disturb your immune system and your rest.
The good news? It’s one of the easiest EMR sources to reduce or eliminate.
What is Dirty Electricity?
Dirty electricity is another lesser-known but harmful type of EMR. It occurs when power fluctuations or surges are sent through your home from external sources like the power grid or solar systems.
This “dirty” power travels through your wiring and creates an unhealthy environment, even if your devices are turned off. Electronics such as TVs, computers, and dimmer lights can make this worse.
What is EMR’s Long-Term Impact?
As Dr. Martin Blank, author and EMF expert, explains:
“Humans did not evolve as biological organisms to live in this type of world… The result is genetic mutation, biological dysfunction, and disease.”
In short, we are changing our environment faster than our biology can adapt.
It’s Not All Doom and Gloom
So, what is EMR prevention all about? You don’t need to throw out your devices or live off-grid. You just need to be smart.
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Test your home if you feel off or want peace of mind
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Implement simple EMR-reduction strategies
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Educate yourself and take small, consistent steps
If you suffer from Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity (EHS), the effects can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone. Electrix All Blew has helped clients reduce EMR in their homes with great success.
What is EMR from 5G Doing to Our Bodies?
5G is already here. While you can’t avoid exposure in public, you can control your home. By minimising EMR while you sleep or relax, you give your body time to rest, recharge, and heal.
This recovery time is critical to maintaining resilience in a high-EMR world.
Take Control of EMR in Your Home
In conclusion, don’t stress—just act. You have the power to reduce EMR exposure in your environment. Testing your home is the first step toward better health, better sleep, and more energy.
In the next article, we’ll explore practical tips and tools to help you create a safer, lower-EMR home environment.