Delhi's Toxic Air Worsens Menstrual Cramps: Study Reveals Shocking Link

• A study in Frontiers in Public Health links poor air quality to increased risk of dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual periods).
• Researchers tracked over 296,000 women for 13 years, finding those in high pollution areas had up to 33 times higher risk.
• PM2.5 is identified as the strongest contributor, causing inflammation and disrupting hormonal balance.
• Delhi's air quality is 'very poor' to 'severe', raising concerns for residents' health.
• Prevention tips include limiting outdoor exposure, using masks/purifiers, healthy diet, and consulting doctors.

Why It Matters: New study reveals Delhi's toxic air significantly increases the risk and severity of menstrual cramps.