Exacerbation of diabetes; A hidden complication of polluted air

Mehran Habibi Rezaei, Professor of Biochemistry, University of Tehran, Dean of the Faculty of Biology, University of Tehran, said Wego He said with Mehr News Agency reporter: Air pollution, especially in industrial and polluted cities, contains suspended particles in dimensions of 2.5 and 10 micrometers and smaller with the content of compounds. very harmful And it is dangerous. These particles, as a result of inhalation and entering the body, lead to childbirth Radicals Free and the occurrence of stress Oxidative And as a result, chronic inflammation occurs, which results in insulin resistance and related diseases, including diabetes.

He added: According to the results of the research conducted at the University of Tehran, the suspended particles of Tehran can make a person susceptible to various diseases related to stress. Oxidative including cardiovascular diseases and slow neurological decline. In between children because of Weakness in the immune system and higher breathing speed, i.e. 30-60 breaths per minute, are more affected by air pollution than adults with a speed of 12-20 breaths per minute, and their risk of suffering from insulin resistance and stress-related diseases in the future. Oxidative It is much more.

Habibi Rezaei continued: Statistics show that the prevalence of diabetes in polluted cities is almost twice that of villages. This difference is due to the presence of many pollutants in the air of cities. Of course, in some villages, excessive use and exposure to chemical poisons can lead to an increase in the number of people with diabetes. from this Modification of lifestyle and interest Mandy From healthy nutrition and rich in ingredients Anti Oxidant can greatly reduce the negative effects of living in polluted cities. He added: Air pollution alone is not the cause of diabetes, but it is one of the important environmental factors that can, along with other factors such as genetics, nutrition and stress, increase the risk of diabetes. Increase diabetes. In other words, air pollution is the cause of disease, and in susceptible people, it can play a significant role in suffering from inflammatory diseases.

Recommendations to reduce the impact of air pollution on diabetes

The head of the Union of Biological Sciences Associations of Iran continued: In order to deal with air pollution and ensure the health of the society, the use of clean energy and the reduction of the use of fossil fuels in the form of medium-term and long-term programs and a selection of bio-economy components is a globally accepted approach. is In addition, improving the quality of cars and organizing public transportation, along with increasing public awareness about the effects of air pollution on health, can reduce the long-term effects in the short term. and harmful Reduce urban and industrial pollutants.

In the end, he noted: People should know that air pollution is not only an environmental problem, but also a serious threat to the health of the current generation and future generations. It is appropriate to modify the lifestyle and be more aware of the effects of pollution on the one hand and formulate knowledge policies axis The field of reducing urban pollutants, including more attention to the experiences of successful communities in reducing environmental pollutants by the authorities, to prevent the increase in diseases such as diabetes and related diseases.