Geoenvironmental health tips for homes and offices
If we wake up in pain and feeling more tired than when we went to bed, or if we feel unwell for no apparent reason in the workplace, the best advice is to consult an environmental health professional. This professional will perform an analysis with various pieces of apparatus that detect health-damaging radiation, and will then be able to propose solutions.
12 practical tips to make your environment healthier
1. Places where long periods of time are spent.
Ensure that the places where most hours are spent are not affected by physical (electromagnetic fields and radiation), chemical (solvents, pesticides and harmful gases) or biological (mould, bacteria and allergens) pollutants.
2. Rest.
Do not keep electrical appliances, such as radio alarm clocks, or cordless or mobile phones, on the bedside table while they are charging. Sprung mattresses and electric adjustable beds should also be avoided. Think about the health of others, especially children.
3. Mobile phones.
Limit their use as much as possible. Do not allow children under 14 years of age to use mobile phones regularly as the radiation they emit affects the immune, nervous and endocrine systems. Keep phone handsets away from the head and body whenever possible, ideally using a hands-free option. Do not leave Bluetooth on unless you need it.
4. Household appliances.
Avoid positioning washing machines, microwaves, ovens, boilers, induction cookers or hobs adjacent to bedrooms. These appliances emit radiation, even when switched off, that can pass through walls.
5. Electrical installations.
Check that they are not emitting more radiation than is strictly necessary and that the earthing connections are working properly. You health will thank you for it.
6. Radioactivity and radon gas.
This is a key aspect of geoenvironmental health. Avoid the use of certain materials such as basalts or granites, some ceramics and concretes, and certain types of stone, which can be a source of radon gas. If these materials are present in the building, it is important to ensure good ventilation.
7. Antennas and power distribution.
Check whether there are any telecommunications antennas, especially mobile telephony antennas, high voltage lines, power lines or urban transformers near the buildings where you live or work.
8. Intelligent buildings.
To create healthy work environments, avoid enclosed spaces with air conditioning, sealed windows and artificial materials.
9. Static electricity.
Avoid high levels of static electricity caused by synthetic materials: carpets, fabrics, kitchen worktops, furniture, etc. Invest in humidifiers, wear footwear with conductive soles and use natural materials.
10. Noise.
Avoid choosing areas with high noise levels for the location of your home or office.
11. Risk groups.
Bear in mind that children, the sick and pregnant women are the population segments that are most sensitive to the effects of geoenvironmental pollutants, whether artificial or natural.
12. Land.
Avoid locating places of rest or work in areas where there are geophysical disturbances, which cause instability and intense terrestrial radiation. This is one of the most important aspects for health.
