How to protect yourself from cell phone radiation

Cell phone radio frequencies are non-ionizing radiation, so they do not have enough energy to directly break DNA as, for example, X-rays do. The biological mechanism ascertained of radio frequencies is the tissue heatingMolecules in tissues absorb some of the RF energy, which can cause an increase in temperature: at sufficiently high levels, the heating can become harmful. It should be noted that in 2011, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as “possibly carcinogenic to humans” (Group 2B).

If you want to reduce exposure to cell phone radio frequencies, there are some simple and effective measures.

• First of all, if you don't need to receive urgent calls and know you won't need your cell phone for a few hours, turn it off or set it to airplane mode to interrupt wireless transmissions, thus avoiding unnecessary exposure to radiation.
• When you need to make a phone call, always use wired headphones, not wireless ones: this will limit the radiation from your phone. If you don't have headphones with you, use the speakerphone.
• Don't let children use cell phones except in emergencies, especially if they're very young. In that case, also avoid letting them play with your phone.
• If you notice on your display that your location has poor signal strength, don't make calls unless absolutely necessary. When signal strength is poor, making calls requires more radiant power, resulting in increased radiation.
• Never put your cell phone in your shirt or jacket pocket, and don't fall asleep with it next to you, perhaps near your head.
• Finally, if possible, try to reduce the number of calls or choose a landline or online services that allow you to make free calls.
• Don't fall asleep with your cell phone on the nightstand, and don't use it as an alarm clock: it can also worsen your sleep quality and increase your anxiety. And if you want to know the time, a watch is more than enough, while to wake up, rediscover the benefits of a traditional alarm clock.
• In any case, never use your cell phone (without a headset), even for a short conversation or text message, while driving. And never talk or text while crossing the street.