If electromagnetic fields dramatically reduce in strength with distance from the source, what is a safe distance from a source?

The safe distance will vary with the nature of the source. Readings taken using an approved meter are therefore required to determine this distance for each source. However, for many household electrical appliances, including clock radios which are often found in bedrooms, a distance of at least 2m is generally safe.

Why do you test for body voltage instead of measuring electric fields?

Electric fields are difficult to measure accurately because the human body and other objects within a field can affect the readings. Our bodies attract and hold electrical charge. Body voltage readings measure the electrical pressure difference between this charge and the ground. If we are grounded (e.g. standing in bare feet on damp grass), the charge flows through us to the ground rather than being held by the body. Under these circumstances, body voltage readings are low. However, if we are insulated from the ground (e.g. when standing on carpet or wearing rubber soled shoes), the charge cannot reach the ground and therefore builds up on the body, leading to high body voltage readings.

What type of shielding is available to protect stop radio frequencies entering a building?

Shielding materials include paint containing carbon fibres, window film and fabrics, containing conductive material, that can be used for window coverings.

Are these materials also effective against electromagnetic fields?

As radio frequencies and electromagnetic fields have different properties, those materials that effectively block radio frequencies are not necessarily effective against the electric and magnetic fields generated by electrical wiring and appliances. Magnetic fields travel through nearly all materials and are therefore very difficult to block out. Electrical fields can be blocked by solid objects, including metal sheets and fabric containing conductive fibres, that are connected to earth. It is essential that these materials be connected to earth, for if they are not earthed, electrical charge will build up, making them electric field sources.

How can building materials and furnishings cause poor indoor air quality?

Some building materials, including plywood and chipboard, consist of wood and synthetic glues. The glues generally contain substances called volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) which evaporate into the air. Furnishing fabrics and carpets may also contain VOC’s. Many VOC’s may cause ill health and some are recognised cancer-causing agents at certain exposure levels.

What is dowsing?

Dowsing is the practice of using a tool, such as a pendulum or metal rod, to detect energies in a space. While there is no convincing scientific explanation for how dowsing works, it is thought that the dowser is detecting small variations in the earth’s magnetic field. These variations cause minor muscle movements, particularly in the wrists, and these movements are then made visible by being translated into movement of the dowsing rod.

Why can geopathic stress make us sick?

Geopathic stress does not directly cause ill health. Instead, nutrient absorption from food may be reduced and immune function lowered so that a person is less able to fight illness. It also places a small burden on the DNA in our cells and DNA subjected to this stress for several years can be slightly damaged, leading to abnormal cell metabolism which can render any type of therapy ineffective. It is therefore thought that the main effect of geopathic stress is that it prevents people maintaining good health by continually disrupting the body’s control systems. Health impacts generally occur gradually following long-term exposure to geopathic stress. Short-term exposure usually results in only temporary effects.