Clint Ober, CEO of EarthFX Inc. and author of Earthing, discusses grounding and its potential benefits including reduction of inflammation, pain relief, improved sleep, and stress reduction. He explores the electrical nature of the body and the importance of connecting with the Earth's energy. The podcast also touches upon the link between grounding and autism, and emphasizes the significance of grounding for overall well-being.
Grounding restores the body's electrical balance and can reduce pain and inflammation.
Grounding promotes better sleep by calming the body's stress response and improving energy flow.
Grounding enhances respiratory function and makes breathing easier by increasing oxygen absorption.
Deep dives
Earthing and its Benefits
Earthing is the practice of connecting with the Earth's electromagnetic field by being barefoot on the ground. It is believed that our modern lifestyle has disconnected us from the Earth's energy, leading to various health issues. Grounding, or earthing, can help to restore this connection and provide numerous benefits. When we are grounded, electrons from the Earth are absorbed into our body, reducing inflammation and pain. It also increases oxygen uptake, making it easier to breathe. Grounding has been found to promote better sleep and can enhance the body's healing and recovery processes. By reestablishing our connection with the Earth, we can experience improved overall well-being.
The Importance of Being Grounded
Grounding is crucial for maintaining electrical stability in our body, as our body's cells function with electrical impulses. Being grounded allows the free electrons of the Earth to flow into our body, equalizing our electrical potential and maintaining stability. By losing touch with the Earth and insulating ourselves with plastics and shoes, we disrupt this balance and may experience pain, inflammation, and various health disorders. Grounding helps to restore equilibrium, reduces pain and inflammation, and improves electrical communication within the body. It is important to prioritize grounding and reconnect with the Earth to support our overall health and well-being.
Grounding and the Impact on Sleep
Grounding can greatly influence our sleep patterns and quality of rest. Pain and inflammation often hinder our ability to sleep, but by grounding ourselves, we can reduce pain and promote relaxation. Grounding helps calm the body's stress response, allowing for a more peaceful sleep. When we are connected to the Earth's electrical energy, our body experiences a greater range of motion and increased energy flow, contributing to a more restful sleep. By prioritizing grounding practices before bed, we can enhance our sleep and overall sleep health, supporting optimal well-being.
The Link Between Grounding and Respiration
Grounding has been found to have a positive impact on respiration. When grounded, our body's negative charge attracts and absorbs oxygen molecules more efficiently, making it easier to breathe. This can lead to improved oxygen uptake and a feeling of increased breathability. Additionally, grounding may contribute to a more relaxed state, reducing respiratory rate and facilitating a more effortless and harmonious breathing pattern. By reconnecting with the Earth's energy through grounding, we can potentially enhance our respiratory function and experience greater ease in breath.
The Importance of Grounding with the Earth
The podcast discusses the importance of grounding with the earth for maintaining the electrical stability of the body. When the body reconnects with the earth, it utilizes the earth's electrical potential and free electrons to regulate its electrical balance. This natural phenomenon has been practiced for centuries, with carpenters being advised to get grounded before work to alleviate aches and pains. Grounding can be achieved by putting bare feet on damp grass, in seawater, or on concrete. The older one gets, the more grounding they may require to reduce inflammation and promote healing. Getting grounded, especially during sleep, is essential for restoring the body and maintaining overall health.
Addressing Concerns and Benefits of Grounding
The podcast addresses common concerns and benefits related to grounding. It clarifies that walking on tarmac or asphalt does not provide grounding due to its lack of conductivity. However, walking barefoot on concrete and dirt paths can effectively ground the body. The minimum effective dose of grounding varies for each individual, but spending 30 minutes regularly can significantly improve health. Grounding is particularly crucial for those experiencing inflammation-related health disorders like autism. Studies have shown that autism is an inflammation-related condition, and maintaining grounding practices can help alleviate symptoms. The podcast emphasizes the importance of embracing nature, getting outdoors, and utilizing the earth's natural grounding properties for better overall well-being.
Today’s podcast episode is a deep dive on grounding. My guest is Clint Ober, CEO of EarthFX Inc., author of Earthing, and innovator behind the grounding movement to talk about the ancestral consistency, overall earthing benefits, and science behind grounding and how it relates to modern disease and inflammation.
Chapters 0:00:00 Welcome To The Show 0:03:00 What is grounding 0:12:00 Why should we ground 0:16:00 Stress from not grounding 0:21:00 The Negative Body 0:26:00 Sleep and Immflamation 0:47:00 Grounding Births 1:00:00 Whats the best way to be grounded? 1:02:00 Whats the minimum effective dose? 1:07:30 Whats the best grounding gadgets? 1:18:00 Autism and Grounding? Any Science?
Watch the full Earthing documentary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ddtR0XDVU&t=67s
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