The role of herbs in the prevention of diseases related to smog
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https://doi.org/10.12775/HERB.2020.007Abstract
Smog is a toxic fog present in the atmosphere especially during the heating period. For almost half century it has been known that smog is harmful for health, but only recently appear scientic reports showing in how many diseases smog contributes to worsening the prognosis. The best way to protect against smog is to avoid being in the polluted environment, which is often impossible. To reduce threats of smog, natural products should be used, including herbs with expectorant and antiinammatory effects within the respiratory system. Smog can activate or even cause allergies, that’s why we suggested dietary supplementation plant products such as black seed. Smog can damage not only the respiratory system, but also the circulatory system. Plant products are suitable for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, for example: berry fruit extracts, grape skin extract rich in resveratrol, ginkgo biloba leaf work. Berries can have a positive e{ect on the oat of the nervous system, which is also at risk of diseases resulting from smog. Bee products such as honey, pollen and propolis are also recommended, as they not only increase the body’s resistance, but also help eliminate heavy metals.
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