Radiation And Infertility

EMF, or electromagnetic field, radiation is nearly everywhere, and human exposure is unavoidable. But the question is can radiation cause infertility?  Recently, links have been found between EMF radiation infertility. If you have been trying to conceive without success, read on to see how EMF radiation can be the reason.

Understanding EMF Radiation Infertility

The EMF spectrum ranges from low-frequency to high-frequency. Low-frequency radiation has a long wavelength and is non-ionizing. This is the radiation produced from the earth, subways, AC power, AM/FM radio frequencies, mobile phones, laptop computers, WiFi routers, Bluetooth devices and microwave ovens.

Many experts allege that low-frequency EMF is not harmful to humans. However, with our modern penchant for being glued to our electronic devices, we are exposed to low-frequency EMF on a near-constant basis. Likewise, with more wireless hotspots in public, we are vulnerable to continual exposure even outside our homes.

At the other end of the spectrum is high-frequency EMF radiation. It has short wavelengths and is ionizing radiation. Ionizing radiation has long been known to be detrimental to human health by altering chemical bonds within the cells. Its sources include the sun, x-rays, radioactive isotopes and cosmic radiation.Symptoms of EMF Radiation

Some symptoms of EMF radiation are unmistakable. For example, too much unprotected exposure to the sun will present itself as a sunburn. Other symptoms are less blatant or develop over time such as cancerous growths within the body. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, the cause could be exposure to EMF radiation.

• Hormonal Imbalances
• Excessive Fatigue
• Tinnitus
• Pain or Tingling in the Extremities
• Headaches or Migraine
• Infertility

Can Radiation Cause Infertility? Learn How EMF Radiation Affects Male Fertility

Most doctors agree that human cells respond to even very low levels of EMF radiation. In fact, studies have shown that the cells react the same as they do to exposure to heavy metals and other toxins making a biochemical stress response. This can cause oxidative stress, which is an imbalance of antioxidants and free radicals in the body.

Free radicals can bond with other cells in the body and damage them. Thus, EMF radiation interferes with spermatogenesis, or the production of sperm, making them inviable. This lowers overall sperm count in the semen. EMF radiation has also been shown to affect sperm motility and morphology.

Sperm motility is the movement of the sperm. Exposure to EMF radiation can slow or even stop sperm from moving, which is a necessity for fertilization. Without movement or with slowed movement, it is highly likely that sperm will die prior to reaching the egg.

Sperm morphology refers to the size and shape of the sperm. EMF radiation can cause misshapen sperm to develop rendering them unable to move or fertilize an egg.

Wireless Wake-up Call (Tedx )

Jeromy Johnson is a specialist in mitigating the adverse effects of Electromagnetic Field (EMF) exposure. He consults with families, individuals and organizations across the world to employ and has a site on the subject.  Jeromy has worked in Silicon Valley for 15 decades and has an advanced diploma in Civil Engineering.

After getting what medical physicians call”Electro-hypersensitive” (EHS) at 2011 after extensive exposure to EMF radiation, he embarked on a trip of regaining their own wellness and teaching others to seriously evaluate theirs.  Check out his Tedx Talk event below:

Protecting Yourself from EMF Related Infertility Issues

Avoiding EMF radiation altogether is an impossible feat, but there are ways to lessen your exposure to it. In the same way you apply sunscreen before sun exposure or wear a lead vest prior to an X-ray, you can protect yourself from low-frequency EMF radiation.

Avoid Contact Between Your Device and Your Person

It is a good idea to consider how you are using and storing your devices. The idea is to limit direct contact between your body and your devices. It may seem counterintuitive to use your laptop computer at a desk instead of on your lap, but this is one way to quickly limit your exposure to EMF radiation. Other ways to avoid contact with your devices include:

• Removing Bluetooth headsets when not in use
• Storing mobile phones in backpacks or purses instead of your pocket
• Using the speaker phone option or wired ear buds when talking on your mobile phone
• Stand away from microwave ovens when heating food or beverages
• Check your sperm count with fertility home test kit for men
• If you find you have low sperm count, try male fertility supplements

Fertility Specialist, Dr. Kannappan Palaniappan from Sunway Medical
Centre (Malaysia) confirms mobile phone usage might affect sperm health.

Turn off WiFi When not in Use

This is admittedly one of the most difficult tasks, especially if your home is set up to function wirelessly. However, simply turning off the WiFi overnight can greatly reduce your exposure to EMF radiation while you sleep. Of course, you cannot control WiFi at the office or other public spaces, but you can adjust your devices so they do not search for and pick up the signal.

If it isn’t possible to completely disconnect, you can connect directly to the internet. In general, a wired connection is quicker than wireless, and you will be exposed to much less EMF radiation.

Relocate Sources of EMF Radiation

This may seem like an obvious point, but you may not realize that even items like power cords emit low levels of EMF radiation. If you have a conglomerate of cords in one location, you can be certain the radiation amounts are higher. This can be especially detrimental to fertility if these cord conglomerates are located near areas you frequent such as behind the couch or under your bed.

Other items that may need to be moved to safer locations include mobile phone chargers, radios and any other powered devices near your bed or lounge areas.

EMF-Blocking Cases

Another way to protect yourself from EMF radiation exposure is to purchase EMF-blocking cases for mobile phones and other emitting devices. You can also find EMF-blocking fabrics, paint, laptop pads, pendants and watchbands.

EMF Radiation and Male Fertility

If conceiving a child has eluded you without definitive cause, consider the effects EMF may be having on you and how to protect yourself. Though it is nearly impossible to escape all exposure to EMF, reducing it can greatly increase your chances of having a baby.  So to answer the question of “can radiation cause infertility?” — I believe there are enough studies that conclude that EMF radiation can definately cause infertility.  If you are having trouble having a baby, I would suggest getting a fertility home test to see if low sperm count is in fact the issue.  If you find that you do have low sperm count, don’t worry, there are some products on the market that help you boost male sperm count if you’re having trouble with a low sperm count.

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