The harm of smog to pregnant women, please stay away from smog

Haze weather is harmful to health and can cause irreversible damage to our respiratory tract, heart, and skin. Especially for fragile pregnant women, if they are attacked by haze, there is a great possibility that the health of the fetus will be endangered. Therefore, stay away from haze.

1. Harm to the respiratory tract

Haze particles can be directly inhaled and are most likely to damage the respiratory function, causing pneumonia, asthma, pharyngitis, rhinitis, eye inflammation, etc. If the immunity of pregnant mothers decreases, they are more likely to get sick, which is not good for both the pregnant mother and the fetus.

Second, harm to the heart

On foggy days, the air pressure is generally low and the oxygen content in the air decreases, making people prone to chest tightness and shortness of breath. The damp and cold fog can also cause cold stimulation, increasing the burden on the heart. Studies in recent years have shown that excessive concentrations of particulate matter in haze can damage the heart. Once inhaled in excess, it can cause a sudden heart attack or even lead to sudden death.

3. Endangering fetal growth and development

A US study showed that babies born to mothers living in a highly polluted environment had a 9% lower birth weight and a 2% lower head circumference. Haze often contains some allergenic particles, heavy metal particles, etc. Excessive inhalation may induce allergies or poisoning in pregnant mothers, leading to fetal maldevelopment or even deformity.

Things pregnant women need to pay attention to on haze days

1. Precautions when going out

On days with severe air pollution, avoid going out for walks, such as morning exercises, etc. You can choose to go out for walks or exercise after the sun comes out and the fog has dissipated. If you have to go out for something, be sure to wear a special mask to prevent haze. When going out, try to minimize the time you spend outdoors. When you come back, change clothes, wash your face, rinse your mouth, and clear your nasal cavity in a timely manner.

2. Keep the indoor air fresh

Don’t close the doors and windows too tightly indoors. After the sun comes out, you can open the windows a little to let in some fresh air. You can also grow a few pots of plants that can purify the air indoors. Pregnant mothers should pay attention to replenishing water in time, drink more water, and keep the respiratory mucosa moist. In addition, it is in the body's metabolism and eliminates toxins.

3. Eat more lung-clearing foods

On foggy days, pregnant women should eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, which can help moisten the lungs and eliminate dryness, eliminate phlegm and relieve cough, and strengthen the spleen and kidneys. Eat less irritating foods and eat more foods that clear the lungs and reduce phlegm, such as pears, loquats, oranges, white radishes, and mushrooms.