Blushield Pilot Study

Blushield recently concluded a groundbreaking pilot study on the Blushield EMF Protection devices to assess the feasibility and preliminary signs of efficacy on a small sample group within a fairly short time frame, to determine if a full-scale research project would be worth planning in the future.

A variety of health markers were tested, using several methods. These included laboratory panels assessing overall physiological health; a panel of blood markers related to inflammation, oxidative stress, DNA damage and cellular senescence; a genome-wide assessment of DNA methylation (including the voltage-gated calcium channel sites); a full neurocognitive assessment every 4 weeks of the study; the use of a wearable health tracker (the Oura Ring) to analyze changes in sleep quality, heart rate variability, and related health markers; and self-reported health questionnaires.

Currently the actual manuscript of the study can not be shared because it is under review by a prominent medical journal. Blushield will post a link to the full study manuscript once the journal has reviewed it and we will share it here at Grounded Wellness.

In the meantime, Blushield has shared its analysis and interpretation of the results of the study here. 

In addition to the recent pilot study, four independent small-scale scientific studies have been conducted on Blushield. The results from live blood cell analysis, urine analysis, a poultry farm trial, and somatic cell count testing in dairy cows, all show significant benefits from using the Blushield technology.

Live Blood Cell Analysis

Introduction

The test below involved a male, in his mid-thirties who was in constant exposure to high levels of EMF. Like many people these days he was in close proximity to electrical equipment all day and spent a lot of time with computers and game consoles. On top of this he had a very poor diet and did not exercise.

The subject was given a Blushield Portable to carry around with him at all times. A Blushield Plug-In was also installed at his home and was in use 24/7. No other changes were made to diet or lifestyle during the testing period which was from 11th January 2012 until the 14th of March 2012.

Blood Tests Before Blushield

	The red cells membranes are ghosting (exploding) due to their weakened state. Red cells are disappearing while being watched during live blood analysis.
	There is a lot of parasite and crystallisation taking place in the blood. Red cells are also bunched together and are of irregular shape.
Tester’s comment: "High levels of inflammation and oxidation may relate to your lifestyle/occupation or diet."

Blood Tests After Blushield

	Within two months the red cells have notably stronger membranes and fewer parasites. Despite the subject having a cold there is a marked improvement in blood quality.
	Crystallisation has ceased and the red cells are of a more regular shape and distribution. A remarkable improvement despite no change in diet or lifestyle.
Tester’s comment: "Extremely reduced levels of inflammation and oxidation are amazing considering you have not changed your diet or lifestyle/occupation and had a cold."

Results

Lymphocytes went from 25 to 15 showing a normalisation of the immune system. This is reflected in the blood. Obvious changes are apparent and the walls of the blood cells have normalised within a very short period of time. This was very noticeable, and very surprising to the tester.

Urine Analysis

Introduction

To verify that Electroshield (the former name for Blushield) caused a change in stress status and organ function.

A urine analysis was undertaken on a diverse range of persons numbering 10. All persons have a different stress status and different lifestyles. This study was undertaken over a 43-day period enabling us to see what effects the Electroshield has on a person’s overall stress. Urine tests accurately map a person’s organ function in percentile, enabling us to see if any change, positive or negative, has taken place.

Tests were carried out before the Electroshield was installed to get some idea of each individual's stress status. We would compare results later to see if there were any changes. Also, urine was taken for testing on the 3rd day following installation and then 13th and 43rd days respectively. Three persons were retired or semi-invalid so spent a longer period in the presence of the Electroshield. All other persons spent less time exposed to an Electroshield. No persons were currently undergoing any therapy at the time of testing nor were any on medications or drugs that would adversely affect testing results.

Results

The results of the urine testing clearly show that all persons undergoing the testing showed an increase in organ function, this shows a clear reduction in stress.

Case 1 - Female, aged 44, non-smoker, average fitness, minor health complaints. 10% increase, less stress

Case 2 - Female, aged 42, non-smoker, average fitness, very tired. 7% increase, more energy

Case 3 - Male, aged 9 ADD child, moody, digestion problems. 16% increase, a lot less moody, less stress

Case 4 - Female, aged 29, non-smoker, overweight, works in smoky environment. 10% increase, less stress

Case 5 - Female, aged 16, smoker, drinker, late nights, poor digestion. 2% increase despite unhealthy lifestyle, more energy

Case 6 - Male, aged 47, non-smoker, poor digestion, on pain killers. 16% increase, immense improvement in stress levels despite condition

Case 7 - Female, aged 40, non-smoker, asthma, low energy. 27% increase, more energy, liver and circulation improved

Case 8 - Female, aged 70, non-smoker, arthritic, liver and gall bladder conditions. 14% increase, improved stress levels and more energy

Case 9 - Female, aged 53, non-smoker, average fitness, not active. 24% increase, significant decrease in stress

Case 10 - Male, aged 66, smoker, poor digestion, relatively fit. 38% increase, showed the most decrease in stress with the biggest improvement in digestion.

The below graph shows the difference in test subjects both before and after exposure to Electroshield. There is an obvious clear increase in organ function.

The below graph is a dot plot graph showing the clear difference in before and after testing.

Conclusion

These results suggest not only does the Electroshield protect the body from dangerous EMF radiation; it clearly improves the users stress levels and organ function. If the Electroshield only helped with radiation, we would expect to see no real change in the stress status of each individual.

The fact that there was a change suggests that less stress was experienced by each individual undergoing the test.

Testing was carried out by W McKenzie FMHI, Registered Natural Health Therapist.

Poultry Farm Trial

Introduction

The Blushield was used in a trial to determine how the Blushield would affect egg-laying chickens in an egg farm.

Use of the Blushield in Minnesota USA reported the adjacent hen house was being affected by the use of the Blushield in the barn for cattle, etc. It turned out the hen house was producing twice as many eggs as normal. This trial was carried out to prove this hypothesis.

H0 = the installation of a Blushield does directly affect stress levels of egg laying hens.

Method of testing

The tests were carried out at Braemar Poultry Farm, Te Puna situated on the outskirts of Tauranga, New Zealand.

The farm had two completely automated houses. One was selected as the Test House and the other as the Control House. The breed of hen that was being tested was commonly known as a ‘Shaver’.

The Blushield plug-ins were placed at 10 metre intervals and were switched on. The house had approximately 10,000-15,000 laying hens in at any one time.

We then took 5 hens in each given sector and carried out blood tests on them, noting such things as parasites, blood cell count and platelet shape and size. Also the general health of the chicken was noted as to feather loss, weight, skin rashes and any other features that we felt relevant.

The weight of the eggs laid each day was averaged out with samples taken from each sector. The same applied to quantity, shell thickness and yolk quality. Blood tests were carried out at one month and three monthly intervals.

Results of tests carried out after one month

One month after starting, the second blood tests were carried out again picking 5 chickens in each sector.

We found that the parasites that were current in the original blood samples had now virtually disappeared, blood cell count had evened out, platelet size and shape remained the same. General health of the hens appeared to be better all round and the hens were quieter and more docile to handle. The owner of the farm also made comment that the noise level in number one house had dropped considerably since the installation of the devices.

Mortality rate after one month:

Before installation the death rate in both houses had been approx. 60-100 per month, in the weeks immediately after installation the death rate in house one dropped to zero and rose to 4 and 6 respectfully in the following two weeks.

Egg quality changes after one month:

The egg production before installation was between 74 - 78% of the total flock in house one, after one month the average rose to between 82 and 84%. The yolk size and colour had improved slightly; the colour had changed to become a deeper yellow colour. Eggs had increased in size by an average of 1mm. The shell appeared to be less fragile in nature although there was not any significant change in the thickness of shell.

Results of tests carried out after four months

Health of the chickens appeared to be at a constant level now, parasites appeared to have been eradicated from the blood, cell count remains even and platelet size and shape remains regular.

Mortality rate after four months:

Deaths have declined to between 8 and 15 chickens per month in house one and appear to have levelled off so this is a significant gain.

Egg quality changes after four months:

Egg production has now risen to between 84 - 87% of the total flock in house one. As old stock is culled at 80 weeks, new stock is brought in and egg quantities will vary over this period of change, also the egg sizes will vary as the pullets start laying (firstly they will lay smaller eggs). There has been a slight increase in yolk size on average. The egg size has risen overall, there are more size 7 and jumbo eggs being produced (up about 10-15%) The shell has definitely become stronger and less brittle.

Results of tests carried out after one year

Even though there were several changes in the flock during the year regards culling and new pullets being introduced, the blood samples taken showed no signs of parasites returning. The general health of the hens remained at a good level with no signs of virus or skin diseases evident.

The noise levels were constantly lower at all times compared to the control house. The hens appeared to be more content in their environment and there was less pecking between hens. There was also a drop in the amount of food eaten by the chickens, yet the output in eggs and quality had increased. The appetite in the control house however remained the same.

Mortality rate after one year:

The mortality rate was the most significant factor of these tests. At no stage did they creep over the 25 per month and averaged out at about 16-18 level, the hens appeared to have lost a lot of their aggressive nature and cannibalistic habits. This was a significant drop as at the start before the tests the mortality rate was 60 -100 chickens.

Egg quality changes after one year:

Egg production rose to as high as 89% at times but ended up averaging between 84 - 87% which equates to a good 10% increase in production for the farmer. The quality of the eggs remained at a high level throughout with a consistent improvement in colour of the yolk and better viscosity in the egg whites. The egg size definitely increased overall. The average egg weight went from 63 grams to 66 grams. The shell did not improve greatly in thickness; however crack testing gave an indication that the shells were stronger.

Summary

There were definitely some extremely good gains in egg production and the large drop off in mortality rates. When we add up the monetary gain from installing a Blushield the results show a significant return. Especially for an industry that works on small margins. A 10% increase in egg production appears to be the average over the testing period and the mortality rate fell from around 100 per month to an average of 17.

Each laying hen is worth between $15 and $18 each, an average of $16.50.
Before testing 100 deaths at $16.50 = $1,650
After Blushield 17 deaths at $16.50 = $280.50
An overall savings in deaths alone of $1,369.50 per month (savings of over $16,434 per year)

It was also evident that one of the longer term effects the Blushield will help with is the term of the hens laying life, which was extended out by as much as 20 weeks per hen. Egg size and quality of the eggs increased, larger eggs were laid compared to the control house.

It is clear that the Blushield has a significant effect on egg laying chickens. The poultry farm would be quickly able to reap the benefits and the Blushield would more than pay for itself within the first month, making future production more profitable and to also be of benefit to the hens in the hen house.

Somatic Cell Count Testing in Dairy Cows

Introduction

Somatic cell count testing in dairy cows (White blood cells in Milk)

To further corroborate the cows do not have cell count changes due to psychosomatic factors. We look once again to our dairy herd. When the milk is received at the dairy processing plant it is automatically checked for the level of somatic cells present. All milk contains some level of somatic cells; the level of cells present is an indication of the quality of the milk and the health of the cows. Whenever a cow is subjected to stress, such as an injury or disease, the cell count rises. This is Mother Nature in action: white blood cells are created to fight off the stress.

We have monitored the somatic cell count in the entire milking herd for several months by alternating between the Blushield plugged into the dairy barn and removed from the dairy barn. The results have been very consistent. The highest level reached without the Blushield has been 420, with the average reading at 360. The lowest reading with the BluShield plugged into the dairy barn has been 120, with the average reading at 140.

Obviously the cows do not have cell count changes due to psychosomatic factors.