Tech Millionaire Slams India’s Air Quality Again
US tech millionaire Bryan Johnson, known for his anti-ageing research, has again criticized India’s air quality. Just days after he walked out of a podcast with Zerodha CEO Nikhil Kamath due to pollution, Mr. Johnson voiced his concerns on X (formerly Twitter). He highlighted a study showing the harmful effects of air pollution on the liver.
Study Shows Alarming Effects of Air Pollution
The study, which Mr. Johnson shared, exposed mice to low levels of traffic-related PM2.5 pollutants for 12 weeks. The results were alarming. The mice developed liver inflammation, fibrosis, and blood fat imbalance. They also showed liver protein markers similar to those seen in alcoholism and gene dysregulation linked to cancer. Mr. Johnson stressed that there’s no safe level of PM2.5 and called for treating air pollution as a major public health issue, especially in heavily polluted cities and countries.
Johnson’s Previous Experience with India’s Air Pollution
This isn’t the first time Mr. Johnson has spoken out about India’s air quality. In December of last year, he walked out of a podcast recording with Nikhil Kamath in Mumbai due to pollution. Even though the room had an air purifier and he wore an N95 mask, Mr. Johnson explained that the room was circulating outside air, making the purifier useless. He criticized how normalized air pollution has become in India, with people, including children, exposed to it daily. At the time of the incident, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Mumbai was around 120.
Tips to Reduce Exposure
Mr. Johnson shared some tips to reduce exposure to poor air quality. He advised people to be aware of PM2.5 levels, wear an N95 mask, and use the air re-circulation feature in cars when driving through polluted areas. He emphasized that [[air pollution]] is a serious health concern and needs to be addressed.
Public Health Priority
Mr. Johnson’s comments highlight the growing concern over air pollution in India and the need for effective measures to address it. The study he cited underscores the serious health risks associated with even low levels of PM2.5 exposure. This [[news]] serves as a reminder of the importance of clean air for public health.
