We have seen so many TV commercials about important
of drinking good quality water as our body is already 70 percent of it.
Talking about India, not every individual has access
to clean drinking water so they consume poor quality water which leads to so
many water borne diseases like dysentery etc.
And this diminishing quality of water is somehow the
result of our misdeeds. Human generated waste is the major source of water
pollution including:
1. Corroded water pipes that has harmful chemicals,
such as lead.
2. Fertilizers and pesticides used in the fields by
the farmers.
3. Sewage waste and waste from food processing units
4. Hazardous waste and discharges from industries
5. Hazardous chemicals like arsenic that occur
naturally.
HARMFUL EFFECTS OF CONTAMINATED WATER
Using water contaminated with harmful chemicals can
lead to cancer of skin, kidney, liver, lung etc. It can also damage our immune
system and reproductive system. This can also lead to development of
neurological conditions like behavioural changes, Parkinson's disease, and
neurodevelopmantal disorders. Last but
not the least it can damage our kidneys.
WHAT CAN BE DONE?
1. Follow the principle of 3 R's that is reduce,
reuse and recycle of waste products.
2. Dispose off the chemical waste from the house or
industrial setups properly and not in any water body.
3. Keep pollution check of your vehicle under
control to avoid unnecessary leakage of harmful gases and chemicals in the
environment.
4. Avoid using pesticides
5. Make sustainable choices regarding food and
drinks.
Need more advice or treatment? Many
health care experts at Antarnaad are always here to help you out. Antarnaad is
a growing network of experienced physiotherapists, dietitians, nutritionists,
fitness trainers and Yoga experts providing treatment for all the conditions.
For more information visit our website www.antarnaad.net or call our
Consultant: Mb: 9899700187
