The Day Isn’t Far When Children Will Be Born With Cancer and Asthma,” Warns Doctor; 3 Plants Can Help Reduce Pollution

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New Delhi: Air pollution in Delhi-NCR is reaching alarming levels, posing a serious health crisis. On Friday morning, the city’s air became extremely toxic, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) hitting 727, putting most areas in the “hazardous” category, according to the CPCB.

A dense layer of smog, filled with harmful particles like PM 2.5 and PM 10, is not only making breathing difficult but also affecting people’s hearts, lungs, skin, and even brains. Children and the elderly are increasingly suffering from cough, asthma, eye irritation, headaches, and fatigue.

Warning from Experts
Dr. Sanjeev Batra cautions that prolonged exposure to such polluted air can reduce lung capacity and significantly increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes. He further warned that if pollution is not controlled, the day is not far when children could be born with cancer, asthma, and heart conditions.

Pollution and Heart Risks
Studies worldwide show that people living in highly polluted areas face a 25–40% higher risk of heart attack and stroke. A 2023 report by Harvard University states that for every 10 micrograms increase in PM 2.5, the risk of heart attack rises by 10%.

India’s Pollution Toll
According to The Lancet, India faces one of the deadliest pollution crises globally, with nearly 7 million deaths annually caused by dirty air, primarily affecting heart patients. Dr. Batra explains that pollutants can break down existing arterial blockages, causing fat deposits to rupture and form blood clots, which can trigger heart attacks or strokes.

How to Protect Yourself
To minimize the impact of polluted air, Dr. Batra advises:

• Always wear N95 masks when stepping outside.
• Avoid outdoor exercise during early morning smog, when pollution levels peak.
• Keep air-cleaning plants indoors, such as Tulsi, Money Plant, and Aloe Vera, which naturally help purify the air.

While clean air has no substitute, strengthening the body from within can help reduce the harmful effects of pollution.

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