Have you ever heard of the phrase ‘killing 2 birds with 1 stone?’ If yes, then you might understand what we mean when we say a ‘4 in 1’ bracelet. Instead of buying four different types of bracelets, why not buy one that contains all the combined properties? A ‘4 in 1’ bracelet is simply a bracelet that contains magnets, negative ions, germanium, and far infrared. Likewise, a ‘5 in 1’ bracelet contains all the elements listed before plus tourmaline.
In this guide, we’ll be defining magnets, negative ions, germanium, far infrared, and tourmaline. We’ll also look at the health benefits of each element and how they work in the body.
What is a magnet? What kind of magnets do we use?
A magnet s an object or material that generates a magnetic field. This magnetic field can attract magnetic materials towards itself, such as steel, iron, cobalt, etc. There are several types of magnets in existence based on the materials used to make them. However, two main types are used in magnetic therapy: Ferrite (Ceramic magnets) and Neodymium magnets
Ferrite is a mixture of barium and iron. It can be drafted into large shapes which retain their magnetic strengths for several years. More recent neodymium magnets are comprised of boron, iron, and neodymium which is rare. They are very strong despite their small size and mass. They have 10x the magnetic power of Ferrite magnets and last for many years.
For magnetic jewelry, Neodymium is usually used.
Magnet and its Health Benefits
Magnets have many benefits to the body such as relieving pain. Recent studies have shown that as an adjunct therapy, it is capable of treating:
multi sclerosis (MS)
tissue and bone injury
osteo and rheumatoid arthritis
psychiatric disorders
stress
sleep disorders
neuropathy
post-polio pain
pain syndromes
genital pain
Of course, these are just a few of the health conditions it has been proven to cure and/or improve. Scientists suggest that it is only because magnetic therapy provides anti-inflammatory effects. If you haven’t already been convinced of the health benefits that magnets, let me give you some additional info. Not only have magnets been proven to cure these disorders, but it has also been found to:
- Reduce inflammation
- Enhance immune function
- Reduce pain
- Correct energy imbalances
- Increase circulation for old injuries.
If you haven’t gotten your piece of magnetic charm, you might want to look into it.
How do Magnets work for the body?
One thing that you might not have known is that your body is made up of naturally occurring electric and magnetic fields. Every molecule in your body contains traces of magnetic energy. The theory suggests that when your body is experiencing problems, it is because your magnetic fields are affected or out of balance. Therefore, if you put a magnet (magnetic field) near your body or the affected area, the issue will eventually resolve itself, as your magnetic fields are realigned.
So, when you wear a magnetic bracelet, the magnetic field generated by it stimulates the magnetic field in the general area of the pain. The result is the release of the body’s natural painkillers which provide natural relief. Studies have shown that magnetic bracelets are very effective in reducing pain in the hip and knee.
What are Negative Ions?
Have you ever been in the mountains, in a thunderstorm, or even to the beach? If yes, then you might have experienced a sudden change in your mood. Many believe that it’s just a feeling of awe, but it might very well be related to negative ions.
But what are negative ions? Negative ions are molecules that have been electrically charged and are floating around in the atmosphere.
You can find negative ions in a ton of places, including:
- Sunlight in the form of ultraviolet (UV) rays
- At the ocean shore, a waterfall, or anywhere water collides.
- Around plants, produced during the growth process of some plants.
- In the air, after a lightning strike or thunderclap.
The Negative Ions Health Benefit.
Research has shown that being exposed to negative ions can generate positive results. A few health benefits of negative ions include:
- Improving the body’s immune system
- Promoting good metabolism
- Promotes overall balance in the body
- Improving one’s spirit by strengthening mental focus and brain functions
- Provides energy by increasing oxygen absorption
- Helps to reduce symptoms of depression. Significant levels of exposure have proven to reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
- reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
- reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
- reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
- reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
- reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder and chronic depression.
How do negative ions work for the body?
So, we know that negative ions can be good for us, but how do they work? Well, once negative ions are absorbed into our bloodstream, they generate biochemical reactions that help to increase our serotonin levels. Serotonin helps relieve stress, alleviate depression, and boost our daytime energy.
What is Germanium?
Germanium is a hard-brittle, grayish-white, lustrous metalloid from the carbon group. It has chemical similarities with the elements in its group such as silicon and tin. It has an atomic number of 32 and can be written by the symbol ‘Ge’. Pure germanium is similar in appearance to elemental silicon and is a well-known semiconductor.
There are two types of germanium: 1) Powder Germanium which is usually black 2) Solid Germanium (99.99%) which is grey.
The Germanium Health Benefit
Germanium is a popular chemical in Japan and Korea because of its uses and health benefits. Research has shown that germanium can be used to:
- Improve sleep by relieving fatigue
- Ease Arthritis discomfort, muscle pain, and lower back pain.
- Improve the immune system
- Improve oxygen supply and blood circulation
- Destroy free radicals in the body
- Treat allergies, HIV/AIDS, asthma, and various cancers.
How does Germanium work?
Research has shown that our metabolism is affected by the number of positive ions in our body. The more positive ions there are, the slower and less efficient our metabolism becomes. Thus, the cells in our bodies become weak and we become more prone to sickness.
So, you might be wondering, how does germanium come into all of this? Well, germanium is negatively charged which helps to balance out the positive ions within our body. In a sense, it can be considered a blood purifier.
What is far infrared?
You might’ve heard about Ultraviolet light and infrared before, but what is Far Infrared (FIR)? To put it simply, it is a part of the infrared spectrum and is usually located at a wavelength of 15 to 1 micrometers (approximately 20 THz to 300 GHz). Eight to ten micrometers is the optimal wavelength people can absorb.
For a better comparison, let’s look at visible light. This includes radiation with wavelengths between 700nm and 400nm. So, far infrared photons are hundreds of times less energetic than visible light photons.
The Far Infrared Health Benefits and how does it work?
| Far Infrared Health Benefits | How it works |
| Improve skin complexion and blood circulation | Far infrared stimulates and widens blood capillaries which promotes increased blood flow and regeneration. |
| Strengthens cardiovascular system | Far Infrared increases heart rate and cardiac output which helps to strengthen the cardiovascular system. It also produces gentle tissue warming which improves the health of the cells lining our blood vessels. |
| Improve detoxification | Far Infrared helps to stimulate lymphatic cleansing and detoxification. The heat generated from it expands the capillaries and initiates a process to dissolve toxins. |
| Wound healing | Far Infrared stimulates Fibroblasts (a group of cells) to make collagen, an essential element for tissue repair. |
| Immunity boosting | Far Infrared stimulates the production of leukocytes (white blood cells) and killer T-cells. |
What is Tourmaline?
Tourmaline is a crystalline silicate in which boron is combined with other elements such as iron, aluminum, sodium, magnesium, potassium, or lithium. Tourmaline can be found in a variety of colors and is usually a gemstone.
The Tourmaline Health Benefits
Some common health benefits of Tourmaline include:
- Protection against electromagnetic pollution
- Protection against negative energy
- Increases physical energy
- Reduces negative thoughts and negativity
- Enhances positive thoughts and positivity
- Enhances grounding
- Reduces stress
- Strengthens immune system
- Decreases arthritis pain
- Helps to relieve anxiety
Tourmaline is often referred to as a healing crystal that helps to improve energy flow and remove blockages. Tourmaline helps to release tension, making it helpful in chiropractic spinal adjustments.
How does Tourmaline work?
Tourmaline emits far infrared radiation, which helps to detoxify the body and boost the immune system. Tourmaline purifies, cleanses, and helps to transform dense, slow-moving energy into a much lighter vibrational energy.
Tourmaline is a powerful mental healer. It helps to transform negative energy into positive energy and is used to balance the left and right hemispheres of the brain. In some cultures, it is believed that tourmaline helps to transform negative energy into positive ones. It promotes inspiration, tolerance, compassion, and prosperity.
