Top 10 easy ways to Protect yourself from Delhi air Pollution

 

The air quality in Delhi, the capital city of India, according to a WHO survey of 1,650 world cities, is the worst of any major city in the world. It also affects the cities around Delhi. Air pollution in India is estimated to kill about 2 million people every year; it is the fifth largest killer in India. India has the world's highest death rate from chronic respiratory diseases and asthma, according to the WHO. In Delhi, poor quality air irreversibly damages the lungs of 2.2 million or 50 percent of all children.

1. Changes for Morning Exercise

• Exercise indoors if the air in your area has bad air quality.

• Workout in outdoor places without a lot of commercial traffic. Search your local area for back roads and other less-travelled streets. Go for a bike ride or jog on a street without as many cars passing by, so you aren’t as likely to breathe in polluted air.

• Shift morning activities to evening hours.

• Opt for a less intense form of exercise. 

Settle for a power walk, slow bike ride, or other form of exercise that doesn’t get your blood pumping to the max during your outdoor exercise.

2. Use N95 /99 face masks when outdoor.

Shop for masks with an N95 or FFP3 rating, which will protect you from breathing in polluted air.

You need to wear special masks to really reap the benefits. Regular face masks won’t block out as much polluted air.

3. Close your doors and windows when the AQI is over 151.

Check around your home and make sure your home is sealed off. Turn on fans or use an air conditioner to stay cool instead of breathing in fresh air.

4. Purify your car air.

Check around your home and make sure your home is sealed off. Turn on fans or use an air conditioner to stay cool instead of breathing in fresh air.

5. Use Air purifying plants.

Air Purifying plants such as Aloe Vera, Ivy and Spider Plant can be placed in the home and offices. They help purify indoor air and minimise indoor pollution.

6. Take a shower after spending a lot of time outside.

If you don’t want to take a shower, at least wash your face after coming inside.

7. Use air-purifiers.

Use air purifiers. That meets the needs of your home. These are especially useful if you live in a busy area with consistently high air pollution, like a city.

8. Replace your air conditioner filters regularly so your air stays clean and fresh.

Check your filters on a monthly or bi-monthly basis to see if they need to be cleaned or replaced.

9. Herbal tea.

Have herbal ginger and tulsi tea. Having this healthy concoction once or twice a day is extremely healthy for minimizing pollution effects.

10. Diet rich in vitamin C, omega fatty acids.

Consume fruits rich in Vitamin C, Magnesium and foods rich in Omega Fatty Acids. A healthy diet will help you beat the ill effects of pollution by keeping your immunity up.