The 5G Threat: Should You Shield? - Welcome to Wellness Podcast with Ashley Deeley
Podcast Interview - Welcome to Wellness with Ashley Deeley
Ashley Deeley is a biohacker and wellness educator driven by a deep curiosity for optimizing human health and performance. With a background as a Personal Trainer and Pilates Instructor and a degree in Kinesiology, she blends movement science with a holistic, research-informed approach to well-being. Through her work and her podcast Welcome to Wellness, Ashley simplifies complex health topics, helping individuals navigate wellness with clarity, confidence, and balance.
In this episode, DefenderShield's CEO, Kylen Ribeiro, breaks down the modern challenges posed by ubiquitous EMF (electromagnetic field) exposure and practical ways listeners can reduce their daily radiation load. She explains why common habits - like holding your phone to your head, placing laptops directly on your lap, or relying on Bluetooth devices - may carry higher exposure risks and offers actionable strategies grounded in the precautionary principle. Topics include solutions for EMF exposure, managing technology use within families, navigating device choices, and setting boundaries with smart home technology. The discussion also covers the importance of parental guidance, protecting vulnerable populations like children and pregnant women, and tips for creating lower-exposure environments in home and workspaces.
About Kylen Ribeiro
Kylen is the Chief Executive Officer at DefenderShield, where she leads strategic growth and champions digital wellness solutions aimed at reducing EMF exposure in everyday life. Originally from Raleigh, NC, Kylen holds a B.S. in Marketing and Management and an MBA, and brings executive leadership experience from one of the world's largest international retailers to her work at DefenderShield. Kylen began with the company in 2017 and has played a key role in expanding its mission within the EMF protection space. Outside of work, she enjoys family life with her two sons, practicing yoga, travel, enjoying good food, and outdoor activities.
Key Takeaways:
- Precautionary lifestyle tips: Simple habits can help reduce overall EMF exposure without giving up technology.
- Device use guidance: Advice on safer device positioning and minimizing close body contact with wireless signals.
- Family-focused strategies: Practical ways to help protect children and set boundaries around tech use at home.
- Recognizing risks: Discussion around Bluetooth electronics, smart homes, and how cumulative exposure can add up.
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