Grounding vs. EMFs – Can Connecting to the Earth Really Shield You?
What Are EMFs—and Why Should You Care?
EMFs (electromagnetic fields) are invisible waves emitted by electronic devices—phones, Wi-Fi routers, laptops, power lines, and even LED lighting. While low-frequency EMFs are generally considered safe, long-term exposure to high-frequency EMFs may interfere with your body’s natural systems.
Symptoms associated with EMF sensitivity can include:
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Headaches
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Sleep disturbances
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Brain fog
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Chronic fatigue
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Heightened inflammation
With modern lifestyles steeped in technology, we’re absorbing more electromagnetic radiation than ever before. So how do we protect ourselves?
Enter: Grounding.
Can Grounding Help Neutralize EMF Exposure?
Yes, grounding can help discharge the body of accumulated voltage from EMF exposure.
Here’s how it works:
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When you're insulated from the Earth (wearing shoes, indoors), EMF charge builds up in your body.
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Grounding reconnects you to the Earth’s electric field, allowing excess voltage to dissipate through the skin into the ground—reducing your body’s electric load.
Scientific Evidence: Grounding vs EMFs
⚡ The Body Voltage Study
A 2005 study by Clint Ober and Gaétan Chevalier measured body voltage in participants using digital voltmeters.
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When people stood inside their homes surrounded by electronics, body voltage spiked.
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After grounding (via mats), voltage dropped to near zero within seconds.
👉 This demonstrates grounding’s ability to instantly discharge EMF build-up from the human body.
⚡ EEG and Nervous System Reset
Another study using EEG scans (brain activity) showed that grounding calmed overactive brain waves often triggered by EMF exposure. The result? Better focus, mood, and sleep.
Grounding Doesn’t “Block” EMFs—It Balances Your Response
To be clear: grounding doesn’t create a shield or block EMFs. Instead, it:
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Discharges excess charge absorbed from your environment
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Brings the body back to electrical neutrality
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Supports the nervous system in recovering from tech overload
Think of it as nature’s reset button—not a lead-lined suit.
Best Practices for Reducing EMFs + Grounding
1. Use a Grounding Mat Daily
Groundly’s grounding mat connects to your outlet’s grounding port, simulating barefoot contact with the Earth indoors.
2. Use an EMF Meter
Measure exposure levels around your home. Unplug or relocate high-emission devices (like Wi-Fi routers or smart meters).
3. Turn Off Wi-Fi at Night
Give your body time to recover while you sleep—ideally while grounded.
4. Keep Phones Away from the Body
Use speakerphone or EMF-reducing cases. Never store your phone in a pocket or bra.
Conclusion: Grounding Is Essential in the Digital Age
You can’t escape technology—but you can support your body. Grounding gives your system a break from constant EMF bombardment, helping you restore balance, reduce anxiety, and protect long-term health.
Whether you're working at a desk or trying to fall asleep, Groundly makes it easy to reconnect.
