Burning paper money is equivalent to the "Purple Explosion" level! Not only allergies but also cancer? Expert: Don't do 2 actions
healthorn expert Q&A
Q: Indoor air pollution not only causes allergies but also causes cancer? What should you do to prevent air pollution from causing cancer?
A: If you have frequent coughing, sneezing, itching or allergies at home, you should pay attention to whether it is a poisoning symptom caused by “excessive formaldehyde”. If you live in an environment with excessive formaldehyde for a long time, it may seriously cause infertility, leukemia, and sinus cancer. , liver cancer, etc. The wood panels used in decoration or the new furniture purchased (mattresses, sofas, curtains) will release a large amount of “carcinogen formaldehyde”. Even if non-toxic building materials are used, there is still a risk that the accumulated formaldehyde in the whole room will exceed the standard.
If you want to solve the problem of formaldehyde poisoning, it is recommended to seek formaldehyde removal companies for formaldehyde treatment. However, allergic children should pay special attention to whether the manufacturer uses “formaldehyde” to remove formaldehyde. After all, chitin is one of the common allergens. If you are not careful, It may induce chitin allergy. Especially for infants and young children, those who are allergic to seafood, and those with cystitis, because chitin is taken from the shells of crustaceans such as shrimps and crabs, and may cause various allergic reactions after contact, such as asthma and allergic rhinitis. , skin problems, etc., so you should try to avoid choosing formaldehyde removal companies that use “chitin” as coatings.
What pollutants will be produced by burning paper money? Beware of allergy outbreaks in a short period of time
Burning incense and paper money during the Qingming Festival may not only cause allergies, but also be aware of the cancer risk? Professor Zhao Mingwei, a toxicology expert and associate professor at the Department of Biotechnology of Chung Yuan University, said that in addition to containing large amounts of PM2.5 suspended particles, the smoke from burning paper money also contains carcinogens such as tar, benzene, toluene, and formaldehyde. Sulfides, nitrogen compounds, and hydrocarbons containing free radicals are also released.
Professor Zhao Mingwei pointed out that when the skin comes into contact with benzene and other substances, it may cause skin redness and swelling. If you do not wear a mask, it will increase the occurrence of allergies and asthma. Formaldehyde substances can irritate the upper respiratory tract and eyes, causing tearing and itching. If you have allergies yourself, exposure to large amounts of smoke from burning incense and paper money is likely to induce allergic symptoms in a short period of time.
Do not take deep breaths or exercise at the same time if there is a “purple explosion” radius around the burning paper money.
“The air quality when burning paper money is equivalent to the “Purple Explosion” level. Do not take a deep breath while burning paper money. It is also best for children not to run or move around to avoid inhaling a large amount of pollutants!” Professor Zhao Mingwei said that when burning paper money, Be sure to wear a mask. Those who need to be in contact for a long time are even recommended to wear N95 or use an air purifier.
Professor Zhao Mingwei reminded that although the environmentally friendly gold paper on the market is made from post-processed wood pulp and bamboo pulp, various harmful substances will be produced after burning. It is recommended that the public burn gold paper during the Qingming Festival to reduce the portion and shorten the time, and just do it according to your heart. People with allergies and children should stay away from burning areas.
Asthma and pulmonary obstruction should be avoided. Avoid inhaling smoke. Be sure to pay attention to ventilation when burning.
The Taiwan Ministry of Health and Welfare, Health Promotion Administration pointed out that burning incense and gold paper will produce a variety of harmful pollutants. Benzene, toluene, formaldehyde, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are classified as carcinogenic and may harm human health. Especially people with cardiopulmonary dysfunction, such as patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, etc., should avoid exposure to environments where incense and gold paper are burned.
If you need to burn incense or gold paper, you should choose incense that meets the national standards (CNS), use an environmentally friendly gold furnace that prevents air pollution, and reduce the amount of burning; pay attention to good ventilation when burning to avoid inhaling a large amount of combustion smoke, which may cause respiratory tract irritation. harm.
The Taiwan Health Promotion Administration reminds that instead of spending money to burn gold paper, which causes air pollution, it is appropriate to purchase flowers, fruits and other other sacrifices to worship, which can still express inner reminiscence and remember ancestors, and can also avoid inhalation caused by burning. PM2.5 and other harmful pollutants produced.
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