The Effects of Brown Noise on Sleep Quality

In summary, the myth of the "brown note" being a sound frequency that can induce involuntary bowel movements is false, as proven by both Mythbusters and Braniac. While the concept of brown noise may have some scientific basis, it is not capable of causing such effects. Other color noises, such as pink, violet, and white, also exist.
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How loud does brown noise have to be for it to be effective?
 
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These "brown note" myths are totally false, sorry.

They even featured this myth on MYTHBUSTERS on the Discovery Channel, if you live in a very English country, like the US, UK, or Australia.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_note

Of course any really loud low-Hertz sound, will have negative effects on the subject.
http://blogcritics.org/archives/2003/09/09/121851.php

"Brown noise," in a more scientific sense is, is... hard to explain.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brown_note
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/c/c9/Brownnoise.ogg"

Other color noises are pink noises, violet noises, white noises, blue, purple, grey, red, orange, black, and green.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colors_of_noise
 
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funny thing how mythbusters said it is false yet yesterday another show "braniac" said that it is possible. thanks.
 
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On Braniac, I don't think they did, but that show is purely for entertainment (they once had a guys dive into a pool of custard).
 
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Mk said:
(they once had a guys dive into a pool of custard).

Conducting some highly detailed and scientific experiment no doubt!
 
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I hate that show Braniac. Mythbusters makes some real attempts at solving probelms, and some of the things the ideas they come up with are brilliant (and others are just cool to watch, like filling a cement truck with 460 pounds of explosive). I watched Braniac last night for the first time and its terrible.
 
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Well last week on braniac they put cessium and rubiddium in water, just cool to watch, (giant bang).
 
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also on the mythbusters episode they had one of the best audio engineers build a very elabrotate sound system they played all the frequencys at very high volume yet nothing happened to adam who was staning inbetween the speakers. Compltely a fake mtyh. Other members of the crew said it made them feel like something was wrong or awkward or sumthing like that but no one had and bowel movements:tongue2:
 

What is brown noise?

Brown noise is a type of noise that has a similar sound to a waterfall or a strong wind. It is a low frequency noise that has a soothing effect on the human brain and can help with relaxation and sleep.

How does brown noise affect sleep quality?

Studies have shown that listening to brown noise can improve sleep quality by increasing the amount of deep sleep and reducing the number of awakenings during the night. It can also help to mask other disruptive noises, leading to a more restful sleep.

Is brown noise safe to use for sleep?

Yes, brown noise is generally considered safe for use during sleep. However, it is always recommended to listen at a moderate volume and for a limited amount of time to avoid any potential negative effects.

Can brown noise be used for people with sleep disorders?

Yes, brown noise has been found to be beneficial for individuals with sleep disorders such as insomnia. It can help to calm the mind and promote relaxation, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night.

Are there any potential side effects of using brown noise for sleep?

There are no known serious side effects of using brown noise for sleep. However, some individuals may experience mild headaches or discomfort if the volume is too loud. It is important to use caution and listen at a comfortable volume to avoid any potential discomfort.

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