Magnetic storms: who is most at risk and how to protect your health
People with mental disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder, are more sensitive to geomagnetic disturbances.
Geomagnetic disturbances, or so-called magnetic storms, are a phenomenon that can have a pronounced impact on human well-being and health. However, not all people are equally vulnerable to the negative effects of these natural fluctuations in the Earth's magnetic field. Medical experts have identified a number of factors that increase the risk of adverse effects of magnetic storms on the body.
First of all, people suffering from various neurological and cardiovascular diseases may be under attack. According to experts, patients with epilepsy, migraines, arterial hypertension or arrhythmia may noticeably deteriorate during magnetic storms. The fact is that changes in the electromagnetic field can provoke exacerbation of symptoms of these pathologies.
In addition, increased sensitivity to geomagnetic disturbances is characterized by people with mental disorders, such as depression or bipolar disorder. This is explained by the fact that magnetic storms can have an adverse effect on neurochemical processes in the brain, affecting, in particular, the level of hormones that regulate emotional state.
A separate risk group is the so-called "weather-dependent" individuals - those whose bodies are particularly susceptible to environmental changes. For them, magnetic storms can trigger a wide range of negative symptoms, including headaches, insomnia, irritability and general malaise.
In addition to the presence of chronic diseases and individual characteristics of the body, unfavorable weather conditions can aggravate the impact of magnetic storms on health. Studies show that increased atmospheric pressure, high temperature and humidity can significantly increase the adverse effects of geomagnetic disturbances.
The reason for this is that heat stress combined with changes in the magnetic field put an additional strain on the body, especially on the cardiovascular and nervous systems. As a result, meteosensitive people can significantly exacerbate existing chronic health problems.
To reduce the risks and mitigate the negative impact of magnetic storms, physicians recommend people from groups of high vulnerability to take preventive measures. These include adherence to a healthy lifestyle, regular practice of relaxation and meditation, ensuring adequate rest, as well as avoiding excessive physical exertion during periods of geomagnetic disturbances.
In addition, experts advise that in case of serious or prolonged symptoms associated with meteosensitivity, immediately consult a doctor. Timely diagnosis and selection of an individual therapeutic strategy can help to effectively cope with the negative manifestations of magnetic storms and improve the quality of life of patients.
It should be noted that the body's reaction to geomagnetic disturbances depends largely on individual characteristics. Not all people have pronounced symptoms, so recommendations for prevention should be applied taking into account personal experience of reacting to this natural phenomenon. An integrated approach combining medical recommendations and individual practices will help minimize risks and preserve health during magnetic storms.