If you are living in a polluted place, here are a few dietary changes that can help protect your lungs. Here is a list of foods that will help strengthen your immunity and lower your risk of getting air pollution-induced infection.
Ginger
The root helps in removing the toxins from the respiratory tract. It is rich in vitamins and minerals like magnesium, potassium, beta-carotene and zinc, all of which helps in maintaining lung health. You can add ginger to your tea, salad, curries and kadha.
Turmeric
The active compound in turmeric cleanses the lungs naturally. It also helps in building the immunity and detoxifying the body. You can use raw or powdered turmeric in your milk, curries, salads and smoothies.
Honey
It helps in clearing the air passage and maintaining the health of your lungs. A spoonful of honey in warm water is extremely beneficial for cleansing your lungs. It also helps in relieving cold and cough.
Garlic
Garlic has a powerful compound called allicin, which acts as an antibiotic agent and helps cure respiratory infections. It helps relieve congestion and breathlessness, decreasing inflammation and the risk of lung cancer. Garlic works wonder for asthmatic patients.
Green tea
From weight loss to reducing inflammation, green tea has various health benefits. Consuming green tea twice a day can be great in improving any lung condition.
Healthy fats
Choose a diet that is lower in carbohydrates and higher in healthy fats in order to clean your lungs. More oxygen is used and carbon dioxide is produced while metabolising carbs than while metabolizing fats.
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