SRC — The Natural Counter
Folder: 05 - SOURCE MATERIAL Supporting: The Natural Counter
Grounding / Earthing — Primary Research
Oschman, Chevalier & Brown (2015) “The Effects of Grounding on Inflammation, Immune Response, Wound Healing, and Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Inflammatory and Autoimmune Diseases” Journal of Inflammation Research https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4378297/ Key finding: Earth contact produces measurable changes in white blood cells, cytokines, and inflammatory markers.
Chevalier et al. (2012) “Earthing: Health Implications of Reconnecting the Human Body to the Earth’s Surface Electrons” Journal of Environmental and Public Health https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3265077/ Key finding: Reduced pain, better sleep, ANS shift from sympathetic to parasympathetic. Randomised controlled trial.
Chevalier et al. (2013) “Earthing the Human Body Reduces Blood Viscosity” Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine Key finding: Grounding increases red blood cell surface charge, reducing clumping and cardiovascular risk.
Jamieson, I.A. (2023) “Grounding as Related to Electromagnetic Hygiene: An Integrative Review” Biomedical Journal https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10105031/ Key finding: Insulating footwear, high-rise living, elevated beds proposed as contributing factors to chronic disease in modern societies.
Feynman, R. — Lectures on Physics Nobel Prize winner’s description of body electrical potential equalisation with Earth’s surface. The theoretical foundation for why grounding works electrically.
Menigoz et al. (2020) “Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine Strategies Should Include Earthing” Explore (journal) PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32007537/ Clinical review recommending earthing as standard integrative medicine practice.
Schumann Resonance and Circadian Rhythm
Space Mission Experiments Referenced in: PMC10105020 Early astronauts shielded from Schumann Resonance experienced circadian disruption. Resynchronised when 10 Hz signal reintroduced to living quarters. Established role of Schumann Resonance in healthy sleep/wake patterns — beyond light exposure alone.
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- Original Ober blinded pilot study (60 subjects, sleep and pain) — full citation needed
- Applewhite voltmeter study measuring induced AC voltage on ungrounded body — European Biology and Bioelectromagnetics (2005)
- Direct comparison study: urban vs natural electromagnetic environments and HRV — investigate