negative ions, nature & your health

Have you wondered why you feel so good when you are in nature, whether it's at the beach or hiking in the woods?

  We feel good when we are in nature because there's an increase in negative ions in the air. Negative ions are molecules floating in the air and atmosphere that are charged with electricity. We inhale more negative ions in places like the beach, the forest, waterfalls, and mountains.  

In an article by Webmd Negative Ions Create Positive Health it states that “Negative ions are odorless, tasteless, and invisible molecules that we inhale in abundance in certain environments. Think mountains, waterfalls, and beaches. Once they reach our bloodstream, negative ions are believed to produce biochemical reactions that increase levels of the mood chemical serotonin, helping to alleviate depression, relieve stress, and boost our daytime energy.”

Positive ions are created from pollution, toxic chemicals, pet dander, cigarette smoke. Positive ions may produce short-term and long-term effects on the body including asthma, shortness of breath, allergies, and more.The benefits of negative ions to our body include:

• Balancing hormones

• Increased the flow of oxygen to the brain

• Mood-boosting

• Reduces stress

• Reduces anxiety

You can increase negative ions in your home with these tips:

• Have more plants in your home

• Burn beeswax candles

• Use a Himalayan salt lamp

• Reduce artificial light & blue light after dark

• Turn off cell phones at night

So the next time you need a pick me up, begin by implementing these simple tips.

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