Re: Grounding/Earthing Testimony

Hi jiowa,

I'm wondering if you could give me a link regarding your statement below?  

"If you are wearing very thin cotton clothing, the mat will also work or ground your body."

I've read the book and it says that at least some bare skin has to be in contact with the earthing device unless the clothing is somewhat damp which would allow it to be conductive.  This is what the FAQ on their Institute says:

www.earthinginstitute.net/index.php/faq5

Q. I enjoy the feel of plush cotton sheets. Can I put the Earthing sheet underneath my regular sheet? 
A. Sorry, but if you do you will not receive the benefits of Earthing. You want some part of your body to be in direct contact with the grounded sheet: the skin of your body touching the conductive sheet. That's how you absorb the energy from the Earth and how you get the benefits. If you have a grounded half-sheet, put it over your regular bottom sheet. If you have a full-fitted Earthing sheet, that serves as your bottom sheet.  

Q. Can I wear pajamas when I sleep on an Earthing sheet? 
A. Yes, as long as some bare skin comes in direct contact with the sheet, such as your feet. If some part of your body does not directly contact the sheet, it will require some moisture for the direct current of the Earth to flow through the fabric into your body. For some people this occurs naturally during the night when moisture from the body creates the necessary conductivity. Best, however, is having bare skin contact. Some people have asked if there is any type of pajama fabric that will not work with the sheet. The answer is that the fabric of the pajamas is irrelevant. The only factor that’s important is direct skin contact with the Earthing sheet. 

Q. I like to wear socks to bed. Do my bare feet have to touch the Earthing bed sheet? 
A. It is best to have your bare feet in contact with the grounded sheet. The Earth’s energy is conducted most optimally via bare skin contact. However, if you must wear socks, try to have some skin — bare legs or another body part — touch the Earthing sheet. You can place the Earthing product in your bed wherever it is most comfortable and effective for you. If you wear socks to bed because of cold feet, you will often find that your feet warm up naturally from improved circulation when you sleep grounded.  

Q. Can I wear socks when using an Earthing mat on the floor? 
A. Yes, but direct skin contact is best. Feet naturally sweat and will hydrate socks, making the socks somewhat conductive. 

It would seem to me that if a person had on something made of very thin 100% cotton and it got damp, you might very well be somewhat conductive but.... the fact remains that a person won't be getting the full benefit of earthing/grounding unless you have bare skin touching the ground or earthing product.

So, if you've got some kind of evidence, please share it with us.

Thanks,

Willow