Claimed Health Benefits of Himalayan Salt Lamps
Some of the unproven health benefits of Himalayan salt lamps include the following:
- Purification of Air: It is believed that Himalayan salt lamps purify the volume of air they come in contact with. They are said to remove pollutants and allergens from the surrounding air and this is beneficial to people who struggle with different forms of allergic reactions like asthma [2]. It is also believed that it helps to improve the health conditions of people with chronic respiratory conditions [3]. None of these claims have been proven.
- It Improves Cough: This salt lamp is believed to improve the condition of people who have a cough. It helps to remove airborne particles from the air. Having the air around you filled with positive ions affects the cilia lining the trachea leading to the accumulation of contaminants in the lungs. The ability of this lamp to produce negative charges cancels out the presence of positive ions in the air around you.
- It Makes You Sleep Better: This lamp helps to improve the quality of sleep by eliminating excess positive charges from the surrounding air which is believed to disturb sleep. Light up this lamp about an hour before going to bed. It is a dim light so it helps with the activation of the production of melatonin [4].
- Elevates One’s Mood: Himalayan salt lamps are claimed to brighten one’s mood. Some theories say it helps to elevate the level of serotonin [5], a hormone that improves mood
- Opposes The Effects Of Electromagnetic Radiation: The negative charges produced by a salt lamp are claimed to oppose the effect of electromagnetic radiation [6]. These radiations are harmful to humans. So it’s advisable to place this lamp beside devices like your television or other home devices that might produce this radiation.
Are There Any Other Benefits Of Himalayan Salt Lamps?
Yes, there are! Apart from claimed health benefits, there are some real benefits one can get from using this lamp
- They can be used to beautify your home. The pink dim light is very attractive.
- Lighting up this lamp in your home creates a nice atmosphere.