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EMF Glossary Definition

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“Energy” is a fundamental concept in physics, often described as the ability to do work or cause change. In everyday terms, it’s what is needed to move things, heat them up, light them up, or power any kind of action or process. For example, when you ride a bike, your body uses energy; when you turn on a light, electrical energy powers it.

In contrast, “power” is the rate at which energy is used or transferred. It’s like the difference between having a certain amount of water (energy) and the speed at which you pour that water out of a bucket (power). If you have a lot of energy but use it slowly, you have low power. If you use the same amount of energy quickly, that’s high power.

When it comes to Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) and human health, EMF is a form of energy emitted by electrical devices and power lines. The relationship between EMF and health has been the subject of thousands of peer-reviewed scientific studies. Many of these studies investigate the biological effects of EMF exposure, even at levels that do not produce significant heat (thermal effects).

These studies cover a wide range of health concerns. Some suggest that long-term, low-level exposure to EMF might increase the risk of certain types of cancers, affect neurological health, and potentially lead to other health issues. However, the scientific community has not reached a consensus on these findings. Different studies offer varying conclusions, and there is an ongoing debate about the methodologies used and the significance of the results.

The distinction between “energy” and “power” in this context is important. While EMF represents a form of energy, the power of EMF sources (like how strongly they emit EMF and for how long) plays a crucial role in determining potential health impacts. Higher power EMF sources or prolonged exposure to EMF might present different health risks compared to lower power or shorter exposure.

It’s crucial to stay informed through credible health authorities and scientific research, as understanding of EMF’s health implications continues to evolve. Current public health guidelines focus primarily on the thermal effects of high-power EMF exposure, but they are subject to change as new research emerges.

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About the Author

R Blank is the CEO of Shield Your Body, which he founded in 2012. With hundreds of thousands of customers in over 30 countries, and having been interviewed on platforms including Dr. Phil, ABC news television and ElectricSense, R is an internationally followed expert on issues of EMF, health and safety. He also hosts “The Healthier Tech Podcast”, available Apple, Spotify and all major podcasting platforms. In the past, he served on the faculty at the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering as well as the University of California, Santa Cruz. Previously, R ran a software engineering firm in Los Angeles, producing enterprise-level solutions for blue chip clients including Medtronic, Apple, NBC, Toyota, Disney, Microsoft, the NFL, Ford, IKEA and Mattel. He has spoken at conferences around the world, including in the US, Canada, New Zealand and the Netherlands, and he is the co-author, along with his father Dr. Martin Blank, of ‘Overpowered‘ from Seven Stories Press about the science of health effects of EMF radiation. He has an MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management and received his bachelor’s degree, with honors, from Columbia University. He has also studied at Cambridge University in the UK; the University of Salamanca in Spain; and the Institute of Foreign Languages in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. Read more about R and SYB or connect with R on LinkedIn.

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R Blank
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