Energy-saving lamps emit electrosmog - is that dangerous?
Energy-saving lamps are repeatedly criticized for electrosmog. Headaches and sleep disorders are often the result of electrosmog. We explain how dangerous electrosmog really is.
Energy-saving lamps and electrosmog: the possible consequences
- The main problem with electrosmog was the introduction of energy-saving lamps. At that time there were no legal regulations on how strong an energy-saving lamp can shine.
- In several studies, electrosmog is held responsible for numerous physical ailments by energy-saving lamps. From headaches, sleep disorders and visual disturbances to cardiovascular diseases and weakened immune systems, neurological disorders and cancer, everything is represented.
- However, there are numerous other studies that have seen no effects. However, there are not yet any meaningful long-term studies.
Electrosmog from energy-saving lamps: is it dangerous?
- In the meantime there is hardly any problem with electrosmog. The electromagnetic fields in modern energy-saving lamps are largely shielded by special coatings.
- The electrosmog from energy-saving lamps is therefore hardly higher than with other electronic devices, such as PC monitors. As with all other devices with electromagnetic fields, the following also applies here: Only a fraction of the radiation reaches you from a distance of one meter.
- Energy-saving lamps can therefore be used quite safely as long as they are not directly on the body.
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