Small air ions: Their effect on blood levels of serotonin in terms of modern physical theory

Krueger, A. P.; Andriese, Paul C.; Kotaka, S.

doi:10.1007/bf01553423

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“…Thus long-term ion treatment appears to have influenced both emotional behavior and serotonin levels, but only continuous exposure was effective. This observation does not support the suggestions that change, either in polarity (Duffee and Koontz, 1965) or concentration (Krueger, Andriese and Kotaka, 1968), may be of importance for ions to be effective. The evidence, however, is consistent with the observation of Krueger and Kotaka (1969) that ion effects on blood levels of serotonin are not exactly paralleled in the brain.…”

Section: Discussioncontrasting

confidence: 74%

Effect of negative air ions upon emotionality and brain serotonin levels in isolated rats

Gilbert

1973

Int J Biometeorol

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Effect of negative air ions upon emotionality and brain serotonin levels in isolated rats

Gilbert

1973

Int J Biometeorol

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“…These studies by Bailey and Charry which reported no effects on serotonin or catecholamine metabolism are the only ones conducted under carefully environmentally controlled conditions. It has also been reported that exposure to air ions alters the serotonin content of blood in a fashion similar to that reported for brain tissue ( Krueger et al, 1963( Krueger et al, ,1968. The magnitude and severity of the effect is said to depend upon the C 0 2 content of the air.…”

Section: Serotonin Metabolismmentioning

confidence: 69%

HVDC power transmission environmental issues review

Bailey¹,

Weil²,

Stewart³

1997

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Thii report has been reproduced directly from the best available copy. Available to the public from the National Technical Information Servii, U.S. Department of Commerce, 5285 Port Royal Rd., Springfield, VA 22 16 1.This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United States Government. Neither the United States Government nor any agency thereof, nof any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal l i b i l i i or responsibili for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disdosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights.Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Government or any agency thereof. DISCLAIMER IntroductionEnvironmental issues are addressed in the permitting process of every transmission line project, whether it be a new line or an upgrade of an existing line. In recent years, the most controversial issue associated with alternating current lines is the potential effects of electromagnetic fields on human health. However, environmental effects on animals, plant life and other electrical and communication systems also must be assessed in every case. Although different from ac lines, high voltage direct current (HVDC) lines also produce environmental effects that warrant review and assessment in every project. This report strives to define the various environmental effects associated with HVDC lines, discusses the current knowledge of their potential effects on biological and non-biological systems, and compares these effects associated with ac lines where appropriate. The Environment Near an Electric Power LineThe electrical environment of a high voltage transmission line can be characterized by three electrical parameters: 1) the electric field, 2) the air ion and charged aerosol concentration, and 3) the magnetic field. The electric field arises from both the electric charge on the conductors and for an HVDC transmission l i e , charges on air ions and aerosols surrounding the conductor.In addition, corona may also produce low levels of ozone, audible noise, electric field and radio interference. A magnetic field is produced by current flowing through the conductors. Summary of Key FindingsIons. Neither the animal nor human studies provide any reliable evidence for the proposition that air ions produce any harmful effects. In fact, there is considerable uncertainty as to whether there are any biological responses to air ions. At the levels produced by HVDC transmission lines, the possibility of risk to human health appears remote, if not vanishingly small. There are no published guidelines for maximum ex...

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“…This method including inhalation of medical oxygen O 2 enriched with oxygen O 2 • − or O 2 • + ions produced by a special device. It was shown that IO 2 Th with O 2 • − decreases serotonin [20], acts vagotonically, increases physical performance in the humans. On the other hand O 2 • + increases serotonin level [20], tonus of sympathicus and acts as a scavenger of free radicals.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…It was shown that IO 2 Th with O 2 • − decreases serotonin [20], acts vagotonically, increases physical performance in the humans. On the other hand O 2 • + increases serotonin level [20], tonus of sympathicus and acts as a scavenger of free radicals. Inhalation of ionized oxygen has showed no undesirable side effects.…”

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confidence: 99%

Effects of Partially Ionised Medical Oxygen, Especially with O2•−, in Vibration White Finger Patients

Perečinský

Murínová

Engler

et al. 2014

IJERPH

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A major symptom of hand-arm vibration syndrome is a secondary Raynaud’s phenomenon—vibration white finger (VWF)—which results from a vasospasm of the digital arteries caused by work with vibration devices leading to occupational disease. Pharmacotherapy of VWF is often ineffective or has adverse effects. The aim of this work was to verify the influence of inhalation of partially ionized oxygen (O2•−) on peripheral blood vessels in the hands of patients with VWF. Ninety one (91)patients with VWF underwent four-finger adsorption plethysmography, and the pulse wave amplitude was recorded expressed in numeric parameters—called the native record. Next, a cold water test was conducted following with second plethysmography. The patients were divided in to the three groups. First and second inhaled 20-min of ionized oxygen O2•− or oxygen O2 respectively. Thirth group was control without treatment. All three groups a follow-up third plethysmography—the post-therapy record. Changes in the pulse wave amplitudes were evaluated. Inpatients group inhaling O2•− a modest increase of pulse wave amplitude was observed compared to the native record; patients inhaling medical oxygen O2 and the control showed a undesirable decline of pulse wave amplitude in VWF fingers. Strong vasodilatation were more frequent in the group inhaling O2•− compare to O2 (p < 0.05). Peripheral vasodilatation achieved by inhalation of O2•− could be used for VWF treatment without undesirable side effect in hospital as well as at home environment.

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Small air ions: Their effect on blood levels of serotonin in terms of modern physical theory

Cited by 45 publications

References 14 publications

Effect of negative air ions upon emotionality and brain serotonin levels in isolated rats

Effect of negative air ions upon emotionality and brain serotonin levels in isolated rats

HVDC power transmission environmental issues review

Effects of Partially Ionised Medical Oxygen, Especially with O2•−, in Vibration White Finger Patients

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