10 Tricks to Keep Your Lungs Strong and Healthy
Across the world, every year more than 3 million people die from lung
related ailments. These common lung illnesses include Asthma, COPD, and cancer. Asthma causes blockage in air
passages making it difficult for the patient to breathe.
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Research studies show about 235 million people suffer from Asthma.
Since majority of the population suffers from breathing, you might require
spending money to maintain healthy lungs. You have to ensure the airways of
your lungs are always clear and open.
Here are top 10 methods of keeping your lungs healthy in order to
breathe fully and well.
1. Know the warning signs
Warning signs include breathing problems, coughing,
and wheezing without any physical exertion. Other symptoms include chest pain
worsening with inhaling and/or coughing, coughing up phlegm and/or blood.
Whenever you notice any of the mentioned signs, you should consult a doctor.
2. Simple lifestyle requires minimum effort
The body has its own defence mechanism so the lungs
naturally get protected from germs. Leading a simple lifestyle and eating a
healthy diet is recommended for naturally taking care of your lungs.
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3. Stay away from getting infections
Cold and/or other respiratory infections can cause
serious lung illnesses. When you are unwell, you should take rest at home. You
should stay away from toxins and pollutants that can further aggravate your
illness. Always avoid crowded areas especially during the season when there is
flu. It is advisable to regularly wash your hands with soap and water and
maintain oral hygiene.
4. Lighten your work load
You should share your tasks with others and refuse
to work extra to remain healthy. Ensure you make time for enough sleep and
exercise, and go for regular health check-ups. Generally, lung diseases often
go undetected until the situations gets very serious.
5. Quit smoking
Smokers are of two types – active (those who smoke)
and passive (those who are near an active smoker). Both active and passive
smoking are highly toxic and harmful to health. Smoking is known to cause
cancer and other illnesses. Smoking causes chronic obstructive pulmonary
diseases such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
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6. Eat low fat diet
It is recommended that you consume a low fat diet
and drink plenty of water. Your regular meals should include cruciferous
vegetables namely Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower and Kale. Also, you should eat
fruits like Apples, Grapefruits, Oranges and Pomegranates. All these foods are
beneficial to your lung’s health.
7. Avoid exposure to pollutants
Exercising outdoors when air quality is poor because of the presence of
pollutants is harmful. Pollutants include emission of hydrocarbons from
vehicles and chemicals from home, workplace and industries. The most common
pollutant at workplace is the Radon gas seeping from concrete-can.
8. Keep air purifying plants at home
There are several indoor houseplants that naturally
purify the air by removing toxins. Some indoor houseplants include Aloe Vera,
Bamboo plants, English ivy, Boston ferns, Money plants, Palms, and Spider
plants. It is recommended that you keep two of these plants at a distance of
100 square feet.
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9. Go for aerobic exercise
You should engage in 45 min of active aerobic
exercises for at least 5 times per week. Active aerobic exercises such as brisk
walking, jogging, and running leaves you breathless and healthy. Aerobic
exercises enhance the healthy functions of your lungs. In addition, you can
also practise Yoga as well as breathing exercises to gain health benefits.
10. Avoid working at health hazardous jobs
Research studies have shown that approximately 15%
patients complain having difficulties in breathing due to Asthma. Most of these
patients work at construction sites and/or beauty parlours. Since their jobs at poor working conditions
have caused lung problems, you should ensure your workplace is healthy for your
lungs.
