Did you know that Himalayan Salt Lamps can actually benefit your health while you are sleeping? I have had one for years but always turned it off at night. After reading the latest studies I have moved it by my head and now leave it on all the time.
Salt lamps use the power of hygroscopy. This means they attract water molecules from the air and absorb them. Therefore they also absorb any foreign particles these water molecules are carrying into the salt crystal. The heat from the bulb evaporates the water back into the air and any particles stay in the salt. These particles can include dust, smoke, pollen, or any other contaminants in your air.
These pink salt lamps have been found to reduce "electro-smog" by emitting negative ions into the air counteracting electromagnetic radiation from all our gadgets. You can put one by your computer, TV or other electronic device to combat these emissions.
Negative ions can increase cilial (microscopic hairs that line the windpipe) activity and improve your breathing as well as filtering the air you are breathing. These lamps are also known to help allergy sufferers by filtering microscopic mold, mildew, dust, and pet dander particles from indoor air. Some asthma sufferers have claimed to breathe easier when these lamps were present. In addition to removing contaminants in the air, salt lamps help your body to more efficiently filter the air.
Positive ions deplete our body's energy and breathing in more negative ions, either from a Himalayan Pink Salt Lamp, being near the ocean or mountains, or even an early morning shower, can be invigorating for your body. If you constantly feel tired you may feel a difference in as little as a week of sleeping with an HPS Lamp in your bedroom.
So, all in all, sounds like a pretty cheap investment in your health. You can purchase Himalayan Salt Lamps from $20 up to hundreds, depending on your taste. I'm going for the health benefits, not the looks, so the $29.99 one works fine for me. Take care of yourself and maybe a salt lamp will improve your sleep and breathing.
Mary Crawford, HealthCare Employment Network
