Pollution: Be careful! Pollution can cause not only asthma but also skin cancer.

Pollution and skin cancer : Delhi’s air is becoming toxic. The level of pollution is becoming dangerous. The AQI (air quality index) of many neighboring areas also exceeds the danger level. Small particles in the air can harm health in several ways. As a result, problems with coughs, headaches, eye irritation and fatigue increase. People living in polluted air for a long time may also be at risk of skin cancer. Experts advise everyone to be careful and take precautions.

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Air pollution is very dangerous for health

Breathing pollution, i.e. toxic air, causes the same damage as smoking 12 cigarettes a day. This can damage the lungs. Staying in this air can cause serious heart disease.

Risk of skin cancer due to pollution

Experts say prolonged exposure to pollution can lead to the risk of skin cancer. In fact, polluted air contains many types of harmful small particles, among which volatile organic compounds, polycyclic aromatic pollutants and particulate matter occupy a prominent place. It is not easy to eliminate these particles after entering the body. Gradually, they begin to cause serious damage to the skin and can become fatal.

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Most skin damage is caused by pollution

Experts believe that it is the skin that suffers the most from air pollution. As a result, not only is the skin damaged, but the face also withers before age and pimples and spots can form, as a result of which the face begins to look old. The reason is premature aging of the skin caused by pollution. Due to pollution, extra pigmentation and wrinkles appear on the skin, the skin becomes dry and cracks appear. It can also cause complaints of allergy and eczema.

How to protect the skin from the danger of pollution

1. Keep skin hydrated. Apply coconut oil and a good moisturizer.

2. Do not bathe with water that is too hot.

3. Drink plenty of water to keep skin hydrated.

4. Go out only with skin covered.

5. Do not walk in heavy traffic.

6. Take full care of food. Eat green leafy vegetables, whole grains and fruits.