EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION ON OUR HEALTH Hey guys! Some time ago I read an interesting article on the effects that pollution can have on our health and now wanted to leave you a summary of what I read so that you may be also reported. I hope it is of interest. Kisses! According to WHO 25% of diseases are caused by environmental factors. The air we breathe, the food we eat, products that are in contact with our skin, etc, can cause physiological changes that lead to disease. To avoid this, we must take precautions.
EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION ON OUR HEALTH 1-particles in the ATMOSPHERE: In recent years, air pollution we must add the effects of climate change. Increasing the reduction temperature and humidity, have increased the occurrence of diseases related to respiratory system. -Pollutants and its consequences: Particles in suspension are a mixture of solid and liquid substances in the air (sulfate, nitrate, ammonia, etc..) That are produced by fossil fuels (oil, natural gas, coal), asphalt roads, etc.. When inhaled, these particles can be deposited in the bronchi and increase the risk of cardiovascular problems, respiratory and snuff cáncer.-Smoke: contains more than 4000 toxins, many carcinogens such as benzopyrene. Passive smoking mainly affects children and causes diseases such as low birth weight, poor lung development in babies and sudden death. Other conditions that appear due to snuff are respiratory infections, allergies and cancer pulmón.-PREVENTION: The best thing you can do is stop smoking and, in the case of non-smokers, avoid exposure to secondhand smoke on especially when it comes to children and the elderly. With regard to contamination should be avoided on heavily loaded environments and frequently walk with uncontaminated places such as parks or countryside. We must also try not to expose to cleaning products and aerosol products that contain irritants.
EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION ON OUR HEALTH 2-COSMETICS ¿HARMFUL? Parabens are preservatives widely used oil in cosmetics, pharmaceutical and food industries. They are present in the composition of many products such as shower gels, moisturizers and makeup. Although some studies have claimed that may increase the risk of hormonal disorders and breast cancer, the official organs have not yet considered the need to prohibit their use? However, they have already begun marketing some cosmetics without parabens.
EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION ON OUR HEALTH 3-contaminants in food: some cases such as the contamination of meat by dioxin in Germany I have returned to jeopardize the safety of food. There are substances necessary for products arrive in good condition to our table as pesticides, artificial fertilizers, etc., which can also be perjudiciales.-PESTICIDES: prevent insect pests but can also be toxic. Although its use is increasingly restricted, it is estimated that 3.6% of plants have them. Its health effects depend on the type of pesticide that is. The most common symptoms are irritation of mucous membranes and skin, decreased fertility, nervous system and even cáncer.-PREVECIÓN: buy fruits and vegetables organically grown is best. If not possible, the best we can do is wash these foods to eliminate external contamination, and in the case of fruit-eating pelada. PLASTIC CONTACT: This material is very mindful of our society. The most damaging is bisphenol A (BPA) found in hard plastics and the lining of cans. Can affect reproductive capacity and increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and tumores.-PREVENTION: The European Union has banned the use of BPA in the manufacture of bottles. Furthermore, heating food is discouraged in plastic containers, as heat-dioxin enhances its efecto.: just a group of them are harmful but they are in many ways. They are not biodegradable, so it remains in the environment for a long time, especially in adipose tissue of animals. Fatty foods like eggs, meat and milk are the most likely to contain them. Dioxins increase the risk of cancer, infertility and problems inmunológicos.-PREVENTION: It is advisable to eliminate fat from meat (and if you do not eat meat, the better) and low fat dairy products (or to substitute soy milk for example). – MERCURY: many fish that come to our home contain small amounts of mercury, a heavy metal that is very unhealthy. High concentrations of mercury in the body can cause heart problems and malformacines in the fetus. -PREVENTION: While the fish is very healthy, we recommend reducing consumption of those that are large predators such as sharks, emperor, tuna, since the concentration of mercury is greater. Some studies suggest that pregnant or nursing women should not eat more than one serving of 100 grams of this type of fish a week. It is better to eat the smaller ones like sardines, mackerel or anchovies.
EFFECTS OF AIR POLLUTION ON OUR HEALTH 4-ELECTRICAL: there are n kinds of pollution that is related to electrical equipment that we use regularly. It is electromagnetic pollution produced by mobile, microwave oven, television, routers, cordless phones, computers, etc… Although there is no scientific certainty how it affects our health, some experts recommend protected from this radiation in a preventiva.-HOW IT WORKS: According to studies, may suffer symptoms such as headaches, neck problems, palpitations, stress, depression, etc. , symptoms that may occur or be intensified by being near electrical appliances. Particularly affect children, the elderly and people with immune system debilitado.-PREVENTION: Some of the precautions we can take to protect the waves are:-Do not place the phone on and the phone on the bedside table. Keep in mind that the antennas of these devices emit radiation constantemente.-Do not stay near the microwave when it is running. The intensity of the waves varies according to distance. -Turn off the wifi router when not needed, especially at night.
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