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Tips To Keep Your Lungs Strong And Healthy

Besides bringing in air from the atmosphere and distributing oxygen into the bloodstream, our lungs also play an important protective role in our body that is connected to our immune system. It just so happens that every breath of air we breathe in does not only carry oxygen but also carry with it germs and other foreign bodies and pollutants. And our lungs are also designed for that specific reason to help prevent unwanted materials from getting into our bodies.

However, despite all these incredible tasks the lungs have carried out in order for us to stay strong, healthy and alive, we often fail to realize how important it is in our lives. It is not until it is too late, or when we experience problems with our breathing, that we only notice its importance. When our lungs are unable to work as properly as they should, our breathing process gets disrupted. And when that happens, our cells and body do not get sufficient oxygen required for healthy bodily function. Without sufficient oxygen, people are more prone to all kinds of health problems, including respiratory illnesses, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and even heart disease.

Just like with every organ in our body, our lungs also need, if not more, daily care and attention. Here are some ways you can help keep your lungs strong and healthy and reduce your risk of lung diseases: 

         1. Say NO to smoking

A man holding no smoking and giving it a thumbs down

Cigarette smoke can inflame the airway and make it small and difficult to breathe. This irritates the lungs and gives way to a nagging cough. This inflammation can also cause swelling in the lung which can lead to chronic bronchitis. Over time, cigarette smoke also destroys lung tissue and may lead to the development of lung cancer, which is also the number one complication related to smoking. Likewise, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a condition that damages the tiny air sacs in your lungs that process oxygen, is also another condition linked to smoking.

         2. Minimize exposure to indoor/outdoor pollutants

Indoor pollutants such as chemicals, fumes, dust, secondhand smoke, etc, can pose a serious threat to your lung health. Consider using air purifiers at home or workplace. Make sure you use a protective face mask when working with dust-laden household works like carpentry. And avoid going out for running or exercising on bad air days, especially during the winter season. Climate change and natural disasters can also directly impact lung health.

         3. Avoids crowds during the cold/flu season

We are all quite familiar with the importance of wearing face masks and maintaining social distancing, thanks to the current COVID-19 pandemic situation. But it is also important to keep a safe, healthy distance from anyone, let alone a crowded place not just during COVID-19 but even during the cold or flu season. This can help you from getting sick and thereby protect your loved ones from getting sick as well. Stay home from work or school if you are sick or until you are feeling better.

         4. Simple deep breathing 

Regularly practising simple deep breathing can go a long way to improving the strength of your lungs. Slowly inhaling by expanding your belly, as well as your ribs and chest and then slowly exhaling out every bit of air by contracting your ribs and stomach muscles can help you get closer to reaching your lungs' full capacity and improving the lungs’ health.

         5. Prevent Infection

Wash your hands with soap and water regularly or use good alcohol-based sanitisers to protect yourself from germs and other microbes that can cause a cold or other respiratory infection. Good oral hygiene is also another important way to avoid germs build-up that could cause an infection. Get vaccinated against influenza, pneumonia or the COVID-19 to lower your chances of getting serious health complications relating to your respiratory. 

         6. Be well hydrated always

Getting proper hydration is just as important for the lungs as it is for the whole body. Your mucosal linings in your lungs remain thin when you stay hydrated by taking in enough fluids throughout the day. This helps the lungs to function better.

         7. Laugh out loud

Experts have suggested that laughing is an excellent exercise for the abdominal muscles and for increasing lung capacity. When you laugh, you help clear out the stale air from your lungs and making room for fresh air into more areas of the lung.

        8. Regular Exercise

A woman doing a yoga pose

Our lung capacity declines as we age, making us more susceptible to respiratory illness. Being physically active is one great way you can help strengthen your lungs and keep them healthy. Moreover, when you are physically active, it is not just your lungs that benefits from it but your heart, mood, joints and your whole body as well.

         9. Eat Lung-healthy foods

Certain foods such as garlic, turmeric, ginger, walnut, citrus fruits, onion, and apple are known to be beneficial for the lungs, making the lungs grow stronger. They are rich in health benefitting properties, including antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and essential nutrients like omega fatty acids that can help nourish the lungs and give the required protection against diseases.

        10. Supplement your way to healthy lungs

Besides a well-balanced diet and regular exercise, one way to help manage lung health is through clean, healthy and effective natural supplements. And that is where Daily Strength Juice by Preserva Wellness comes to play! Support healthy lung function and improve overall respiratory health with a healthy natural formulation that contains all the goodness Tulsi, Aloe vera and 95% pure Curcumin extract, blended to perfection with astounding benefits.

Benefits include:

  • It is 100% plant-based.
  • It is rich in vitamins and minerals.
  • A strong antioxidant with anti-microbial properties.
  • Provides relief from sore throat, persistent cough, fever and respiratory infections.
  • It helps build immunity against respiratory infections.
  • Improves respiration and the functioning of the lungs.
  • Protects and heals the lungs from the bad effects of smoking.
  • Provides relief from pulmonary disorders.
  • Helps clear excess mucus from the respiratory passage and helps reduce smoker’s cough.
  • Reduces risk of asthma, bronchitis, etc. and helps in reducing dependence on inhalers.

The Bottom Line

Our lungs aid us in more ways than just our breathing process. They help protect harmful materials from getting into our system. Therefore, it is important we give the proper care and attention to our lungs, just as we do to our other organs. Make sure to incorporate these ten tips into your life. By doing so, you can help keep your lungs working optimally for life.

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