Anions/Negative Ions Science, videos and articles
Several of Prife Internationals products have Anions – another name for negative ions. Here you find some studies, videos and articles about anions and what they can do.
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Negative ions offset cardiorespiratory benefits of PM2.5 reduction from residential use of negative ion air purifiers
Negative ion air purifiers (NIAPs) are a cheaper alternative to HEPA filters and are widely used in China. They reduce indoor air pollution (PM2.5) but release large amounts of negative ions, which may have health risks.
A study with 56 college students in Beijing tested NIAPs vs. a placebo purifier. While PM2.5 levels dropped, negative ion exposure increased, leading to higher oxidative stress (measured by malondialdehyde levels).
Overall, NIAPs had no net health benefits on lung function, blood vessels, or inflammation. The study suggests negative ions may harm health, making NIAPs ineffective as a health solution for air pollution, especially when PM2.5 levels are not extremely high.
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Simplified Summary:
Air pollution is linked to heart and lung diseases, but the biological mechanisms remain unclear. This study examined how young, healthy adults in Beijing responded to major air quality improvements during the 2008 Olympics, when strict pollution controls were enforced.
Researchers tracked 125 nonsmoking adults (ages 19–33) to see if pollution changes affected biomarkers of inflammation, blood clotting, oxidative stress, and nervous system activity.
The study aimed to confirm whether better air quality directly improves biological markers linked to cardiovascular and respiratory health.
Negative Ion Purifier Effects on Indoor Particulate Dosage to Small Airways
Indoor air pollution is a major health concern, with particulate matter increasing respiratory disease risks. Negative ion air purifiers (NIAPs) are gaining popularity over traditional filters due to their energy efficiency and silent operation. However, their health effects remain debated.
This study used a 3D-printed human airway model and a breathing simulator to test how NIAPs affect particle exposure in small airways. Results showed that NIAPs reduced particle exposure by 20% compared to traditional filters after one hour of use.
Higher negative ion concentrations further decreased small airway exposure, suggesting that NIAPs can be an effective, energy-efficient way to reduce indoor air pollution—but only when negative ion levels are properly managed.
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Boost Your Mood With Negative Ions
Have you ever wondered why you feel better when you’re in nature? For example, when you’re walking in the forest or sitting by the ocean? Well, there are a lot more negative ions going on in the air. An ion is something that can be positively charged or negatively charged. When you’re exposed to negative ions, you may feel better than when you’re exposed to positive ions. You’re exposed to more negative ions in the air if you’re outdoors in the country vs. outdoors in the city. You’re even exposed to more negative ions if you’re indoors in the country without the AC on than if you were outdoors in the city. With a simple change in your environment, you can increase the negative ions in the air. Potential benefits of negative ions:
• Increases respiratory function • Increased energy • Improved sleep • Improved mood • Decreased stress • Improved recovery • Enhanced immune system
The Rejuvenating Benefits of Negative Ions
Are you tapping on the amazing rejuvenating benefits of negative ions? We invite you to watch the video above where you will learn:
✔️ What are negative and positive ions?
✔️ How do negative ions provide you with amazing health benefits?
✔️ What is an antioxidant and how does it relate to negative ions?
✔️ Where are the highest concentrations of positive ions?
✔️ What symptoms and conditions have been linked to exposure to high levels of positive ions?
✔️ How you can start tapping into the healing benefits of negative ions today.
