Understanding the world of ions can seem daunting, especially if you're not well-versed in scientific concepts. But fear not, we're here to simplify it for you.
In essence, remember this:
Anions, the negatively charged ions, are beneficial for your health, while Cations, the positively charged ions, can have adverse effects.
Why is this relevant to you? Because it influences your well-being every moment of the day.
Cations, the unfavorable ions, permeate the atmosphere and emanate from common devices like phones, computers, air conditioners, lighting, various electronics, and certain building materials. These ions can leave you feeling drained, dizzy, and affect your mood, leading to irritation and fatigue. You can find a comprehensive list of their effects at the end of this blog.
On the other hand, the positive influence of anions can be found naturally in outdoor environments. After a lightning storm, in mountainous regions, or near a river or waterfall, you'll encounter naturally balanced ion levels. These places exude a refreshing and invigorating atmosphere. In fact, some organizations even employ negative ion therapy to combat conditions like depression and seasonal affective disorder.
Still sceptical? Take an ion meter with you next time—an actual device that measures ion concentration in your surroundings.
So, this is the fundamental difference between positive and negative ions and how they impact our health.
But that's not all.
Remarkably, anions can inhibit bacterial growth and reduce airborne bacteria by up to 95%. They can also eliminate chemical pollutants and cigarette smoke by as much as 52%, a statistic reported by the US Department of Agriculture.
Now, here's the powerful part: they enhance oxygen flow to the brain, leading to heightened alertness, reduced drowsiness, and a surplus of mental energy to tackle your daily routines more effectively.
Anions strengthen nerve function, fortify skin collagen, improve metabolism, and bolster the body's immune system, as endorsed by Dr. Arudoman and Pierce J. Howard, PhD. They stimulate systems and defense cells, enhancing our resilience against diseases.
These ions in the bloodstream deliver oxygen to our cells and tissues, which in turn influences mood, provides pain relief, and even influences sexual drive.
Anions decrease the production of the sleep-disrupting neurohormone serotonin, paving the way for a better and healthier night's sleep.
And these are just a few of the positive effects of anions.
| Affect on Health | Anions (Negative Ions/ Good Ions) | Cations (Positive Ions/ Bad Ions) |
| Blood vessels | Dilate (reduces risk of heart attack, stroke) | Constrict (leading to increased risk of stroke/ heart attack) |
| Blood pressure | Stabilises | Increases (increased risk of heart attack and stroke) |
| Blood | Increases blood alkalinity | Increases blood acidity (increased breathing, fatigue, confusion, headaches, sleepiness, lack of appetite, jaundice, increased heart rate, fruity smelling breath) |
| Bones | Strengthens | Weakens |
| Urinary tract | Promotes urination and increases nitrogen in urine (healthy rid of body waste) | Suppresses urination and decreases nitrogen in urine (healthy body waste elimination is reduced) |
| Respiratory | Stabilises and makes breathing easier | Accelerates and makes breathing more difficult |
| Pulse rate | Decreases | Increases |
| Heart | Enhances heart function | Impairs heart function |
| General health | Speeds up physical recovery | Prolongs physical recovery |
| Nervous system | Calms and relaxes, reduces irritation and bad mood | Tenses and strains, increases irritability and increases bad mood |
| Growth | Promotes | Suppresses |
| Sleep | Improves and reduces nightmares | Worsens sleep, causes sleeplessness, nightmares |
| Mental health | reduces depression and feelings of despondency | Increases depression, feelings of despondency are increased |
| Sex drive | increases | Decreases |
| Immune system | Improves | Suppresses |
| Skin Appearance and Collagen | Improves | Worsens |
To sum it up, here's an overview of how both good and bad ions impact your daily well-being. Our foot patches contain a significant 2% concentration of anion powder, which can rapidly improve your health. Watch as you experience daily improvements by using our foot pads, enriched with anions and other organic ingredients.