Grounding / earthing
Protocols · Other
Tier C
What this is
Mechanistic basis is contested. Small-sample studies show modest changes in HRV, inflammation markers, sleep. Field lacks independent replication and proper sham control. Low cost and low risk.
Mechanism
Proposed mechanism: direct contact with Earth's electrons reduces systemic inflammation and oxidative stress via electron transfer
Dose & route
Barefoot on grass/sand; conductive mats/sheets; 30+ min/day
Citations
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22291721/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6090301/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3265077/
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