A Preliminary Inquiry into the
Biological
and Neurophysiological Effects of Etherium Gold
A Clinical Study:
Robert E. Dallas, Ph.D.
Clinical Director, The Mind Spa, June 2, 1998
A biofeedback and neurofeedback inquiry
into the biological and neurophysiological effects of taking
Etherium
Gold powder sublingually; a naturally occurring trace mineral deposit
distributed by Harmonic.
This initial study used ten people, five
male and five female, ranging in age from 17 to 52. They have no known
physical, emotional or mental problems at present. All were given a
basic understanding of the testing procedure and of the nature of
Etherium Gold. No expected results were discussed with the subjects, nor
did the experimenter make any guesses about outcomes or explain the
objectives until the procedure was complete.
A J&J I-410 biofeedback unit with a software program designed by
Physiodata Corporation was utilized to record and complete data. This
allowed the experimenter to monitor the brainwave patterns, the heart
rate, the blood volume pressure, skin conductance (GSR) and surface skin
temperature constantly for the entire experimental session. The subjects
were seated comfortably in a typical recliner such that physical
tiredness or discomfort should not be an issue during the duration of
the process. Fresh electrodes and paste were used with each subject. A
fresh bottle of Etherium Gold was supplied by Harmonic to
administer.
Data were gathered on each subject during two separate sessions. The
first session was utilized to develop baseline data. Each subject in
turn was hooked up to the biofeedback and neurofeedback equipment. Data
were recorded related to their predominant brainwave patterns, heart
rate, GSR and skin temperature. GSR measures the change in electrical
potential of the skin. Greater moisture production (a sign of increased
emotional activation) is demonstrated by an increase in electrical
potential. These are shown on graphs on the computer screen. Steps were
taken to ascertain that this was a typical reading in that they had no
out of the ordinary influences on their mental, emotional or physical
states.The second session was held one week after the first base lines were
recorded. Subjects were hooked up under the same circumstances and new
base lines recorded which were then compared to the original of the
first session.
In all ten cases, the second base line corresponded almost exactly with
the earlier reading. With the client still hooked up to the monitor, and
with data being continuously recorded, app. 1/8 teaspoon of Etherium
Gold was administered sublingually. Biofeedback and neurofeedback data
continued to be recorded for another 15 minutes. The software allows an
examination of the data gathered over a period of time in summary
tables. The data gathered were studied to determine what changes, if
any, occurred, both biologically and neurologically, comparing pre- and
post- administration of the Etherium Gold.
In five out of ten cases, the biological signals were different before
and after administration of Etherium Gold. In nine out of ten cases, the
brainwave patterns were found to be significantly different after
administration of the Etherium Gold. In almost all cases, this
difference occurred between 30 seconds and 3 minutes after
administration and continued to be evident for the rest of the recording
session, which was between 10 and 15 minutes.
In the five cases with changes in biological signals:
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Two subjects had dramatic fluctuations of GSR measurements. In both
cases, the GSR signals were much smoother after administration.
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Two subjects showed an increase in temperature, as measured in the
fingertip, of an average of 4 degrees.
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One subject, whose base line measurements indicated a heart rate pattern
that was elevated based on their age and weight, dropped into a normal
range.
Neurological changes were distinctly different in each case but with
common themes. Subjects fell into three basic categories of predominant
brainwave activity, according to base line measurements:
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High theta - low beta
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High beta - low theta
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Balanced between theta and beta
In these three categories:
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Four subjects with high theta-low beta activity tended to be balanced
out after administration, with theta dropping and beta rising. Alpha
activity showed an increase.
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One subject with high theta-low beta showed no change.
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Two subjects with high beta-low theta tended to be balanced out after
administration, with beta dropping and theta rising. Alpha activity
showed an increase.
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Three subjects with balanced beta-theta were found to have increased
alpha activity.
In the nine cases where change was recorded, there was a strong tendency
to show more strength across all frequency bands.
This has been an introductory examination of the impact of Etherium Gold
on the biological and neurological states of humans. The results
indicate that there is a clear need for research in this area because an
impact is definitely occurring. The impact seems to be less obvious in
the biological measurements than in the neurological, at least in the
subjects examined. Taken as a whole, they seem to indicate that
individuals become more balanced and calm after administration of
Etherium Gold. The changes in GSR indicate a decrease in emotional
reactivity. The increased finger temperature is an indicator of
increased peripheral circulation which indicates greater relaxation.
The most obvious and consistent results occurred in the EEG
measurements:
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Brainwave frequencies tended to balance out.
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All frequency bands showed greater activation.
We could casually say that people with high theta activity (as compared
to beta) are considered to be "right brained," (creative, meditative,
artistic, spatially oriented). People with high beta activity (as
compared to theta) are considered to be "left brained," (logical,
mathematically inclined, linearly oriented). Etherium Gold appears to
balance the differences in the strength of these frequency ranges.
Therefore, we could say that Etherium Gold tends toward helping people
become more "whole brained."
It would take other, more in-depth, studies to determine the consistency
of these results as well as how long the effects last, and if there is
some kind of cumulative effects of repeated administration. A
surprising, but clearly dominant, effect of taking the Etherium Gold was
the increase in relative "neurological energy" across all frequency
bands. Apparently, the Etherium Gold somehow has the effect of
energizing or opening up neuronal passageways. This preliminary study
was clear evidence that there is a positive neurological impact, at
least temporarily, through the administration of Etherium Gold. The
indication is that it somehow provides an environment whereby the brain
moves toward a state of homeostasis. Past neurological studies have
indicated that when, through some method such as brainwave training, the
brain releases control of its patterning, it tends toward a balanced
state. This study indicates that Etherium Gold may help provide this
environment. Whether or not the effects of the Etherium Gold upon the
neuro processing were consistent over time, it provided an opportunity
for the brain to "understand" how the state of balance "felt."
In the opinion of this researcher, the results clearly indicate that the
intake of Etherium Gold creates a positive neurological and probably
physiological response. Certainly, more research is in order, especially
along the lines of how much change is maintained over time.
Robert E. Dallas, Ph.D.
Clinical Director
The Mind Spa
June 2, 1998
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