A strong magnetic storm is expected from June 23, and will last for three days – up to and including the 25th.
The most dangerous date will be this Friday, June 24 – in peak values there will be a “red” level (G1). And by the end of the week, the geomagnetic situation will come to rest.
What is a magnetic storm
Scientists use the term “magnetic (geomagnetic) storm” to mean a disturbance of the planet’s magnetosphere resulting from an increased exchange of solar wind energy with the space environment surrounding the Earth.
This phenomenon may last for several hours, or it may take several days.
Effect on the body
Geomagnetic storms, as a rule, are accompanied by a deterioration in well-being for people, and the weather-sensitive, the elderly and people with certain chronic diseases, hypertension, hypotension, diseases of the heart and blood vessels are especially affected.
A person may feel unwell and tired, headache of varying strength and dizziness, drowsiness and irritability, problems with sleep and concentration, nausea and loss of appetite, pressure drops and heart rhythm disturbances, aching bones and joints, as well as in places of old fractures and dislocations, exacerbation of chronic diseases.
How to protect health and reduce the negative effect
On such days, doctors advise avoiding strong physical and psycho-emotional stress, walking more in the fresh air, getting enough sleep and eating well, and it is recommended to refuse some foods.
So, during magnetic storms, you should not drink strong alcoholic drinks, spicy and salty dishes. It is better to reduce coffee and energy drinks in the diet – instead of them, it is advised to drink herbal tea or just water, and in sufficient quantities.
People with chronic diseases should get more rest and keep the necessary medicines on hand.
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