Health issues resulting from Earth pollution

When we talk about protecting our planet, we are really talking about protecting ourselves. Earth is the only home we have and if we live in a polluted environment, it is inevitable that we’ll end up with health problems as a consequence. Let’s take a look at some of the issues happening today:

Air

Air pollution is a major contributor of asthma and other respiratory issues. Toxic air pollutants have been linked to cancer and/or birth defects. Not all health problems are acute, but a lot are chronic and long lasting such as upper respiratory irritation, chronic heart disease, respiratory infections in children, bronchitis and chronic allergies. Industrial activity and poorly maintained vehicles can affect us locally, but microdust from other cities or countries can travel long distances and affect people far away.

Water

Drugs that get flushed down the toilet or get biologically eliminated by humans who take those drugs eventually end up in rivers and oceans, contaminating fish. Some of the drugs that are found in fish include antibiotics, antidepressants, birth control, etc. In 2019 scientists in the United Kingdom sampled rivers and found cocaine in freshwater shrimp. Similarly, in the Czech Republic, methemphetamines were found in brown trout. Hormone-disrupting substances from contraceptives have also been found in aquatic creatures.

Land

Soil pollution is a serious threat to the food chain and therefore to human health. Soil pollution is defined as the presence of chemicals or substances in high concentrations that don’t belong there, and which have adverse effects on organisms. Multiple countries worldwide report large areas of land as polluted. Bangladesh, Rwanda, Ethiopia and the Sudan have all increased their use of pesticides up to ten times. Metals found in toxic levels around the world include lead, arsenic, cadmium and mercury, each contributing diverse health problems along the food chain. Dietary issues such as iodine, zinc and iron deficiencies, as well as selenium overexposure, are common health problems linked to soil pollution.

Solutions

Individual efforts are more significant than people realize. Even small personal contributions like recycling, reusing and repurposing can and do have positive effects on the planet. Planting trees and choosing sustainable materials are two proven ways to protect air, water and land.

For years, organizations around the world have been making conscious efforts to reduce emissions and other pollutants. At StemFoods Holistics we are proud to say we are part of those efforts! For example, when sourcing raw materials we do our best to use only organic and uncontaminated sources. Also, we use biodegradable packing materials.

Our supplements help detox the body while infusing it with powerful antioxidants that help it renew and regenerate, especially when living in areas where air, water and soil pollution exist; and our skincare products protect skin from the harshness of the environment.