How Does Delhi Pollution Affect Your Cardiovascular Health?

Hello Ziddis! Pollution has become the new normal and not in the best way possible. Post the opening of lockdown this is after so long that we are thinking of getting back to our masked looks because of the levels of air pollution. It has now become an urban lifestyle and more so in Delhi. The quality has been consistently deteriorating. In this blog, we try to understand the relationship between pollution and the impact it has on our health.

How Does Pollution Effect Human Health?

Pollution has climbed its way to one of the most concerning issues of the now. It impacts our health to the extremities. When there are harmful particles in the air, soil or water, we happen to consume those by breathing, drinking or eating indirectly. These particles penetrating our bloodstream through the lungs in case of air pollution effect major cardiovascular issues.

Prolonged exposure to unfit resources could get us very sick which can be fatal as well.

Air pollution not only damages our lungs but also our vital organs because of its impact on our cardiovascular system and bloodstream.

Impact of Air Pollution on Human Health

There are lasting impacts of air pollution on human health. Such as:

• Cardiovascular issues like impairing heart rate, higher blood pressure, hypertension, risk of stroke, thickening of blood vessels and heart attack. It could also cause blockages in our hearts.
• The respiratory system can get impacted badly due to air pollution causing asthma, bronchitis and other pulmonary disorders of the lungs.
• Neurological issues like cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s are also linked to the impact of air pollution.
• The immune system is directly impacted causing our body to become shield-less and reducing its ability to fight infections.

Harmful Effects of Air Pollution

Air pollution has effects that can last for decades. The Bhopal gas leak tragedy is the best example of how when air gets polluted it could damage generations. Some of the effects of air pollution are:

• Short-term Exposure: Irritation in the eyes, throat, and nose; coughing and shortness of breath.
• Long-term Exposure: Chronic diseases such as coronary artery disease, lung fibrosis, and an increased likelihood of premature death.

Pollution can act as an immediate trigger to cause a health issue or build up in the body by weakening it slowly.

Effects of Land Pollution

Land pollution may not seem like an immediate concern, but it has started to show up as a concerning matter. Industrial waste is being disposed of in an improper manner causing the landfills to be inadequate. These landfills are a mountain of dangerous remains that, if burnt, could cause air pollution and, if left alone to rot, could cause water pollution by impacting the underground water levels. This affects human health indirectly by leaching toxins into groundwater, which then enters our food chain. The presence of heavy metals like lead and mercury can lead to severe cardiovascular, neurological, and kidney disorders.

How to Keep Yourself Safe from Air Pollution

Make your respiratory system strong by practicing yoga

• Use air purifiers at home
• Use masks when stepping outside the house
• Consume multivitamins to boost your immunity
• Start using Ayurveda products for natural relief
• Try to stay indoors during peak hours either by leaving early or later.

Takeaway

Pollution poses severe risks to both lung and cardiovascular health, but by making conscious choices, you can minimize its effects. A combination of preventive measures, nutritious supplements, and low-impact exercises can help you stay healthy even in a polluted environment. Taking small steps today can protect your health for years to come.

Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6503731/