'India would save more years...': US millionaire Bryan Johnson's advice to India on tackling air pollution

US millionaire Bryan Johnson, known for his work on age-reversal, has made a bold statement about India’s air pollution crisis. In a recent post on X, Johnson claimed that India would "save more years of life by solving air pollution than curing cancer," urging the nation to focus on tackling pollution.

Johnson, who visited India in December to promote his book, shared a video where his team explained the steps they took to protect themselves from the harmful air quality during their stay in Mumbai. "We carried around portable air filters everywhere we went to make sure we have clean air," said his associate in the video, with footage showing Johnson carrying an air purifier across the city.

The team also used portable devices to monitor the air quality. "We followed a simple air protocol. We carried around portable air filters everywhere we went to make sure we have clean air," his associate explained. They chose to stay in their rooms instead of using the hotel gym, which had "terrible air quality." “In cars, we kept the windows closed and in hotel rooms, we used ACs to circulate air. If going outside, wear an N96 mask,” she advised.

Johnson’s associate also compared environmental risks in different countries: "Each country has its silent killer. In India, it’s pollution. In America, it’s obesity. The most important thing is that you know your environment," she said.

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The video sparked varied reactions online. Many users agreed with Johnson’s stance, recognising the seriousness of air pollution. One user commented, “Well said. Absolutely agree, air pollution is a big challenge for India’s future. Not just a health issue but an economic and social one as well."

However, others questioned the practicality of Johnson's advice. One user disagreed, saying, "I'm not carrying around an air filter when I travel somewhere with heavily polluted air. If you're moving there, this is something to be aware of, but you're just traveling there for a short period of time and you're obsessing over this?"

Despite the mixed reactions, Johnson’s advice has drawn attention to the pressing issue of air pollution in India, calling for greater awareness and action to address the “silent killer” affecting millions of people.

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