In a world designed around increasing efficiency, it’s no wonder that smart meters have explodedin popularity. With the ability to automatically send usage data for electricity, gas, and water tothe companies that provide these utilities versus having them manually read, they save utilitysuppliers time and money. However, this convenience for companies may cause more harm […]
Unmasking the Hidden Dangers of Blue Light
When you hear of blue light, your first thought is probably your phone or computer. You may even think of your sleep and how it’s often said that blue light is to blame for the long nights you spend staring at the ceiling, sleep continually eluding you. With all these statements flying around, the most […]
EMF Radiation: What Makes It Dangerous?
The boom in technology seen within the past three decades has also come with an increase in daily exposure to electric and magnetic fields (EMFs). These are streams of invisible energy waves used by universal technology, such as power lines, but also personal and household technologies, like cell phones or microwaves. Essentially, if electricity […]
Radiation Levels of Various Smartphones
If everyone were asked to list their most frequently used piece of technology, smartphones would be the unanimous winner. Their capabilities make them devices we frequently reach for during the day and are often never far from them. In fact, a 2021 survey found that more than half of all respondents spent 5-6 hours on […]
The Dangers of Wireless Headphones
Music has always been an integral part of society, evoking emotions and memories while providing an outlet that makes many of us feel less alone. However, playing music aloud is not always proper, especially when surrounded by others who may not want to hear it or would find it distracting. Headphones have been immensely […]
A Guide to EMF Radiation Meters
EMF radiation meters are a valuable tool to help you detect the devices in your home giving off significant amounts of EMF radiation, allowing you to remove these devices or place them at a distance that limits the amount of radiation you then sustain on a daily basis. However, with how important these meters […]
The Dangers of LED and CFL Lightbulbs (and the Safest Alternative)
Light is a relatively modern marvel allowing us to see even when the sun has dipped below the horizon. However, despite the many advances made to lightbulbs, there are some hidden dangers that are not as well-talked about as they should be. There are three main types of lightbulbs: light-emitting diodes (LEDs), compact fluorescents […]
EMF Radiation in Babies: Technology’s Hidden Dangers
As parents, you want nothing but the best for your baby. Many times, this innate desire to control as much as we can for our children leads us to buy the latest and greatest technology on the market. However, some of this technology actually has an adverse effect on your baby, putting them at risk […]
The Hidden Dangers of Wearable Technology
Technology is slowly becoming more and more prominent in all aspects of our life, and while there are numerous benefits offered by technology, there are also risks that need to be considered. One area which has been increasing in popularity, primarily due to a worldwide goal of reaching “10,000 steps” a day, is wearable technology—specifically […]
Teen Depression & Technology
With the cases of teen depression rising every year, we must take a step back and reflect on what societal changes might be contributing to this mental health disorder surge. One area of our lives which has increased dramatically over the past two decades is the use of technology. In particular, social media platforms with […]