What Generates Human Radiation?

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The discussion centers on the generation of radiation and energy expulsion in the human body, particularly focusing on the role of ATP breakdown and the heart's electromagnetic field. It is clarified that heat is a byproduct of all chemical reactions occurring in the body, including ATP production. The heat generated from these reactions contributes to maintaining body temperature and homeostasis. Additionally, the connection between increased body heat during exercise and the accelerated use of ATP is highlighted, emphasizing the relationship between chemical reactions, energy production, and thermal regulation in the body.
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I know we have to expel energy from our bodies in various ways to maintain homeostasis, but what is producing/generating the radiation to begin with? For example, is it the break down of ATP in cells? I've also heard the heart produces an electromagnetic field, and on that note, how is it that its an electromagnetic field? as in, do we have a changing electric field or a changing magnetic field?

edit: oh sorry i finally got my answer in the physics section, didnt think it was going to happen there. https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=177156&page=2

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Heat is by product of all chemical reactions. Our bodies have many chemical reactions happening all the time, hence body heat. The production of ATP is a chemical reaction, so you're right in that sense. Heat also speeds up chemical reactions in the body, hence when you get hot from exercise, you're using more ATP at a faster rate. Got it?
 

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