The Anti-Fake News Center confirmed it was a misinformation in the case of one product claiming that salt lamps remove pollution from the air. And can be used against virus
As suggested by text On the issue of salt lamps to remove pollution from the air. And can be used against virus The Anti-Fake News Center has conducted a fact check by the Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health. Found that such issues Distorted information
In the case of Himalayan salt lamp products described as Pure Rock Salt, which is a natural salt Will produce negative ions (Negative Ions) salt lamp. When the salt is heated, it will release ions. Improving air quality Useful to moisturize the air. Cleaning and destroying bacteria in the atmosphere
The Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health, clarified that Himalayan salt lamps can purify the air. But cannot be used for antiviral And it is not recommended to use the Himalayan salt lamp as an indoor air purifier. This is because negative ions can help particles stick to nearby surfaces. Which does not remove pollutants from the indoor air These charges may enter the body. And in the production process, ozone may occur. Which is harmful to air pollution
Research has shown that ozone affects long-term health problems such as asthma, heart disease and lung disease.Experimental studies in rats also suggest that ozone can cause seizures and blindness. Which, if not receiving ozone during rush hour But may be obtained from the salt lamp in the house. But indoor ozone deposition can have adverse health effects if best practices for good indoor air quality are not followed.
So the information is posted. And continue to share now Therefore it is distorted information Ask for cooperation, the public does not share, does not forward the news. To prevent adverse effects that may occur And to allow people to receive information from the Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health Can be tracked on the website www.anamai.moph.go.th or call 02 5904000
The conclusion of the story is this: Himalayan salt lamps can purify the air. But it is not recommended to use a Himalayan salt lamp as an indoor air purifier. Because there will be a negative ions that can make it enter the body And it can be harmful to air pollution
Inspection agency: Department of Health, Ministry of Public Health
Origin: Thailand Anti-Fake News Center
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