Doctors reveal that incense smoke is as dangerous as cigarettes. It contains dangerous substances that are related to causing cancer. In addition, it also contains pollutants that cause PM2.5. Which is dangerous for those with underlying diseases and are at risk of lung cancer.
It is not just the Chinese New Year 2025 that is popular to light incense sticks, firecrackers. And burn joss paper to show respect to sacred objects that are believed in according to แทงบอล UFABET ราคาดีที่สุด ไม่มีขั้นต่ำ traditional customs. But worshiping at temples by lighting incense also contributes to smoke, especially incense smoke that many people are allergic to. Currently, there is an ongoing campaign to reduce lighting. Because in addition to health problems, it also causes PM 2.5 dust.
Why is incense smoke dangerous?
Incense is often made up of sawdust, gum. And scents extracted from plants or chemicals.
When incense is burned, it creates dust and releases toxic substances such as benzoylpyrene, benzene, and butadiene. Which are substances that are related to causing cancer. In addition, there are other pollutants such as:
- Sulphur dioxide
- Nitrogen dioxide gas
- Carbon monoxide gas
Those who inhale it will experience irritation in the respiratory system, causing sneezing, coughing, throat irritation, difficulty breathing, headaches, or even incense smoke getting into the eyes can cause stinging eyes and tearing. Therefore, we should avoid being in places with incense smoke.
Medical data shows that long-term exposure to incense smoke affects lung tissue and causes changes at the cellular level, leading to lung cancer. This is because incense contains carcinogens such as benzene, butadiene, and benzoylurea, and also produces dust particles smaller than 2.5 and 10 microns. Therefore, those at risk of lung cancer, such as those with a family history of lung cancer, emphysema, and asthma, are advised to avoid lighting incense and places where there is incense smoke.
Avoid lighting incense in poorly ventilated areas and use shorter incense sticks. Extinguish or collect incense sticks faster, which will help with health and reduce the chances of fires. Those who come into direct contact with incense or incense smoke should wash their hands and faces to reduce residue. Children, pregnant women, the elderly, or those with underlying medical conditions such as heart disease, lung disease, or allergies should be especially avoided. If necessary, it is best to use a handkerchief or mask to cover your mouth and nose for protection.