Air pollution is a leading cause of insulin resistance and incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The association between air pollution and diabetes is stronger for traffic associated pollutants, gaseous, nitrogen dioxide, tobacco smoke and particulate matterAlso Read - Diabetes: 5 Healthy Detox Drink Recipes To Maintain Blood Sugar levels

Exposure to air pollutants is significantly associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is suggested that, environmental protection officials must take high priority steps to minimize the air pollution, hence to decrease the incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus.

We can prevent air pollution by taking control measures of air pollution. Air pollution can be reduced only if there is a collective effort from everyone’s side.

Long-term exposure to traffic-related air pollution may diminish insulin-dependent glucose uptake, leading to insulin resistance, impair β-cell function, resulting in reduced insulin secretion and promote subcutaneous fat accumulation. Most of the studies which were carried out to determine the association of Diabetes with Air pollution has been on the pollutant emissions from cars, trucks and diesel exhaust.

A diet which contains Fatty fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids helps to improve blood sugar level and lipids. People with diabetes should consume certain fish like salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, trout, which are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids. For those who are vegetarian, a good option would be plant-based sources such as kelp and spirulina.

According to Ashok Jhingan, senior director BLK Max, he suggested some remedies and precautionary measures in controlling blood sugar levels in our body. Jhingan suggested fruits which have high levels of antioxidants and fibre such as Blueberries, blackberries, strawberries and raspberries help to regulate blood sugar levels in diabetics.

Chia seeds are incredibly high in fibre which helps maintain glycaemic control in diabetes. It reduces the rate at which the food is absorbed in the body.

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Published Date: August 24, 2022 2:19 PM IST

Updated Date: August 26, 2022 10:08 AM IST

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