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An Introduction to Magnetic Jewelry And Its Benefits Part 1

What is magnetic jewelry? Generally, it is the term used for jewelry items that either contain or are made out of magnets. These magnetic materials may be either synthetic or natural magnets.

When natural stone magnets are used, they may be of magnetite or magnetized hematite. Man-made magnets may be used as well of varying types. Although it may not be advertised this way, much of the hematite you'll see is synthetic, and then magnetized. Magnetite is naturally magnetic, which makes it extremely difficult to demagnetize.

There are several varieties of Magnetic jewelry. Some are of the metal type, often made of plated metal, stainless steel or titanium. Some are made from the magnetic stones themselves, and polished to a luster. Some are even made from a material with magnets woven in.

One thing to note about the mounted magnets is that they can come loose over time. No matter the type of jewelry though, the purpose behind wearing it is to produce a magnetic field that provides therapy to the area of the body closest to where it is worn.

The popularity of magnetic jewelry is on the rise in the US. In the year 2000, it was reported that more than 120 million people worldwide use magnets. In many cultures and areas of the world, it has been custom to use magnets for healing purposes for many years.

Magnetic jewelry can be made into anklets, bracelets, necklaces, and the like, just like non-magnetic jewelry. Because of this, it can be used to relieve pain in various parts of the body. Do not, however, buy a magnetic bracelet and expect it to take away your back pain. Magnetic jewelry is also made into rings for treating the fingers and hands, but a bracelet may be a better choice.

There are a number of theories on how magnetic jewelry works, and it is sometimes claimed to enhance blood flow by affecting charged ions in the blood. In any case, it is not intended to be sold as a medical device.

When people stop by our booth and see our jewelry, many times they'll ask us how magnets heal. The correct answer, of course is that they do not heal. They allow the body to heal itself.

Research has shown that magnets have a positive effect on living tissue. In fact, electromagnetic fields are used to speed healing of joint, muscle, and bone, and static magnets have been used to help heal wounds.

Some scientific research may indicate that magnets increase the production of endorphins. Endorphins are the body's natural pain killers. This may be why a Vanderbilt researcher said that it can be as effective as a shot of morphine.

Magnetic jewelry has been reported by users to have many benefits. As one physician-medical reporter put it, magnets work, otherwise people would stop using them. They are not, however, intended to be sold as a medical device. Magnetic jewelry is becoming increasingly popular as an alternative treatment to help relieve pain and increase the body's natural healing process.

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About the author: Kurt Schmitt and Cindy Jamason write about the benefits of magnetic jewelry for all. Find out how magnetic therapy reduces pain. You can get a unique content version of this article.

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