The Scary Truth About Cell Phones,How They're Changing Our Brain Activity, Reactions etc.
Cell phones have become an essential part of our daily life and businesses, and many people rely on them to get through the day. Unfortunately, scientists have reported adverse health effects of using mobile phones including changes in brain activity, reaction times, and sleep patterns. In light of these recent studies, we’re sharing the scary truth about cell phones that might make you think twice before you pick one up to make another call or text message. Be sure to read until the end so you can find out what types of damage your phone may be causing!...
BRAIN CHANGES
One study used a medical imaging technology called functional magnetic resonance imaging (FMRI) to monitor brain activity in this study the participants, they used their cell phones. The researchers found that even when people weren’t actually making calls on their cell phones, just having them nearby altered brain activity. With cell phone use on the rise, these kinds of brain changes may become more widespread.
DNA DAMAGE
Every time you use your cell phone to make a call or text message, it emits electromagnetic radiation that reaches your brain. Some of that radiation is absorbed by blood vessels in your head—specifically those in a structure called the pituitary gland. Scientists have found links between excessive cell phone use and increased rates of cancer in people who keep their phones at their sides when they sleep.
ADVERSE HEALTH EFFECTS
Evidence for adverse health effects of cell phone use continues to mount. In a study published in January 2016 in Environmental Health Perspectives, scientists reported that people who had used cell phones for 10 years or more—about half of them with brain cancer—showed increased concentration of glial cells, which are associated with electromagnetic field sensitivity. Glial cells also play a role in neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease.
TWO YEARS ARE LONG ENOUGH
Researchers have found that there may be adverse health effects to using mobile phones. Studies indicate that brain activity can change after two years of heavy use. Using a cell phone has been shown to affect reaction times, which can become problematic in certain work environments or when driving. Lastly, mobile phone use at night leads to less sleep, possibly due to increased electromagnetic radiation. To combat these negative side effects consider reducing cell phone usage or making changes in how you use your device—such as texting instead of calling.
DISCONNECT EVERY SO OFTEN
A growing body of research suggests that electromagnetic frequencies from cell phones can have serious effects on brain activity. In addition to not using your phone in areas with low reception which you probably already do, take a break from it every once in a while by leaving it at home or in another room when you go out. Researchers recommend taking a break for half an hour to an hour.
AVOID PHONE USE BEFORE BEDTIME
One of cell phones’ most serious side effects is sleep disruption. When your phone beeps or buzzes in your pocket or on your nightstand, you could be tempted to check that text or update your Twitter feed. If it takes you more than five minutes to fall asleep once you hit the pillow, there’s a good chance that frequent smartphone use is causing it. Try going phone-free before bedtime.
STOP COMPARING YOURSELF TO OTHERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA.
Social media is great for keeping in touch with friends and family but if you’re constantly comparing yourself to others on social media you’ll eventually get down on yourself. It might be a good idea to unfollow people who have lives seemingly better than yours. Once you do that, you should start feeling a lot better about yourself. If you can’t stop comparing your life to others then maybe it’s time to put your phone down all together.
EXERCISE WITH MUSIC YOU ENJOY
While research hasn’t been able to pinpoint exactly why people tend to push themselves harder while listening to music they enjoy, one study did find that people who listened to music during a workout session felt less tired afterward. I think it has something to do with your brain releasing feel-good chemicals called endorphins when you listen to music you like.
CONCLUSION
There are probably not many people who would be surprised to learn that something as commonly used as a cell phone could have an adverse effect on our health. What might surprise some, however, is that current research suggests our brain activity could be changed by simply using a cell phone. Some scientists believe they can prove that even when we are not actively engaged in a conversation on our cell phones we may still be negatively affected by them.
