FreshAIR Negative Ionizer

Nature produces currents of fresh air containing negative ions. The level (or density) of negative ions varies widely with the seasons and weather, indoors and outdoors, especially in the presence of air pollutants. Most heating and AC systems also remove negative ions from your home and office. Production of negative ions minimize the number of airborne, man-made, and naturally occurring air pollutants, combat allergens, and reduce other health hazards such as tobacco smoke. A study at Columbia Medical Center recently demonstrated the antidepressant effects of negative ions. The resulting treatment method patent includes the use of high density negative ionization to alleviate the symptoms of winter depression, including the neuro-vegetative symptoms that do not necessarily occur seasonally or with depression, e.g. fatigue, hypersomnia, delayed sleep phase, and carbohydrate craving and ingestion.

Product Specifications of the Sphere FreshAIR w/Wrist Strap:

Ion output: 200 trillion ions/sec/cm3 @ 2.5 cm.
Ozone production is below OSHA limits.
Coverage area: 600 - 800 Sq. ft. (20' x 40' room).
Ait Flow: 100 ft. / min.
Size: 7.5" x 6.5" x 2.5"
Power: 100 - 240 Volts AC. UL / CSA AC adapter < 8 watts
The Wrist Strap, a unique feature, is conductive and creates a "closed circuit" with the Ionizer and the subject to enhance ion reception. (see instructions below)

Price: $165 w/wrist strap

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Treatment patent: #5,533,527 References

Instructions for use:

a) Tethered - using the wrist strap for 30-60 minutes is the most efficient method, since it maximizes the flow of ions to the body rather than to grounded objects in the same room. This method has been tested shortly after awakening, although other times of day may also be effective.

b) Non-tethered "stasis" - as example, the bedroom – a 20x20 foot room with doors and windows shut will reach negative ion "stasis" or "saturation" in about an hour's time. The unit should be placed away from other electrical appliances (e.g., phone, clock radio, TV) that will tend to attract the ion flow, diminishing the effect. The unit can be turned on at bedtime and turned off upon rising. Ion density is maximized if the room is humidified. Another tested method is automatic switching on of unit with a silent electronic appliance timer 90 minutes before wake-up time, with automatic switch off. Directing the ionizer wand toward the pillow area at 2-3 feet distance will help to maximize the ion density experienced.

There is no problem leaving the ionizer on 24/7 if this is more convenient, however placement should not be against a wall, in order to minimize particulate accumulation.