Experts from the University of Technology Sydney announced that substantial amounts of one vitamin minimize harmful effects of polluted air on the lungs.
High doses of vitamin C may partially shield the lungs from harm caused by the presence of PM2.5 polluting particles in the air. The scientists’ findings were published in the pages of the scientific journal Environment International (EI).
Experiments on mice and lung tissue cells demonstrated that vitamin C lessens inflammation, safeguards mitochondria, and reduces oxidative stress in the lungs induced by PM2.5.
PM2.5 constitutes microscopic particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers. They appear in the air from vehicle emissions, during forest fires, and dust storms. PM2.5 particles penetrate deep into the airways and can trigger the development of asthma, chronic lung ailments, and even cancer.
Specialists reminded that self-medication is extremely perilous to well-being. Foods containing vitamin C have numerous contraindications. Scientists stated the necessity of consulting a physician prior to taking any amounts of vitamin C. Taking this vitamin without a specialist’s prescription is not advised.
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