Jakarta: At the moment lung health become a matter of great concern. This is because we know that COVID-1 is very aggressive in attacking the lungs.
Reynold Panettieri, MD, a pulmonologist and vice chancellor for translational medicine and science at Rutgers University, USA says, “SARS-CoV-2 is very aggressive in attacking the upper respiratory tract, throat, and lungs. sinus, and oral cavity compared with flu. As a result, the infectivity is greater,” he said.
Any infection virus corona starting from the respiratory system through droplets (splashes of mouth fluid from sneezing or coughing) or contaminated objects that can infect the upper respiratory tract which usually clogs the lungs.
Well, here are some natural ways to clean the lungs that you can try, quoted from Medical News Today.
1. Steam therapy
Steam therapy, or steam inhalation, allows you to inhale water vapor to open the airways and help the lungs expel mucus.
People with lung conditions may notice their symptoms worsen in cold or dry air. This climate can dry out the mucous membranes in the airways and restrict blood flow.
On the other hand, steam adds warmth and moisture to the air, which can improve breathing and help loosen mucus in the airways and lungs. Inhaling moisture can provide immediate relief and help people breathe more easily.
A small study involving 16 men with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), a lung condition that makes it harder to breathe, found that steam mask therapy led to significantly lower heart rates and respiratory rates than non-mask therapy.
However, the participants did not report lasting improvements in their respiratory function. This therapy may be a fairly effective temporary solution.
(Breathing exercises are very good and can be useful for anyone who wants to increase lung capacity. Photo: Illustration/Pexels.com)
2. Exercise
Regular exercise can improve a person’s physical and mental health and reduce the risk of various health conditions. Exercise forces the muscles to work harder, which increases the body’s respiratory rate, resulting in a greater supply of oxygen to the muscles.
It also improves circulation, making the body more efficient at getting rid of the excess carbon dioxide the body produces during exercise. Muscles will learn to use oxygen more efficiently and produce less carbon dioxide.
3. Green tea
Green tea contains many antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation in the lungs. These compounds can even protect lung tissue from the harmful effects of inhaling smoke.
A recent study involving more than 1,000 Korean adults reported that people who drank at least 2 cups green tea per day have better lung function than those who do not drink at all.
4. Anti-inflammatory foods
Inflammation of the airways can make breathing difficult and cause chest tightness and heaviness. Eating anti-inflammatory foods can reduce inflammation to relieve these symptoms.
Foods that help fight inflammation include turmeric, leafy greens, cherries, blueberries, olives, walnuts, peas, and nuts.
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