let's get one thing clear we all want to breathe healthier and easier right the easier it is to
breathe the better you'll feel which is why it's so important to take good care of your lungs
many people don't realize it but our diet and the things that we put into our body plays a role in
the health of the respiratory system just like every other organist system of the body our lungs
need adequate nourishment as well that is why it's so important to eat a healthy diet full of
vitamin-rich foods that our body needs and that is exactly what we are going to discuss in this video
by sharing with you some of the most important vitamins to be aware of be sure to watch until the
end because there's one that not too many people know about so if you're ready let's get into it
just a quick reminder we are not doctors this video is for informational purposes only
the first vitamin that we need to talk about is vitamin c vitamin c is an important antioxidant
for the immune system because it helps with the creation of new white blood cells that
work naturally to ward off infections therefore if your diet is lacking in foods that contain
vitamin c your body will have fewer white blood cells which means a weakened immune system and a
greater likelihood of getting sick this leaves you vulnerable to certain viruses and bacteria
including those that are detrimental to your lungs and respiratory system not to mention a study
found that consuming vitamin c may actually help reduce the risk of lung cancer as well
zinc is another essential mineral that we had to include in this video
it's often recognized for boosting the immune system by promoting immune cell maturation
and performance especially in t cells this helps protect the body from certain viruses and bacteria
which is critical in preventing respiratory infections from occurring zinc also has
anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce chronic inflammation and oxidative stress
some foods that are high in zinc include meat shellfish seeds nuts and legumes another vitamin
that i should mention is vitamin a vitamin a is a fat soluble vitamin that plays several
important roles within the body it supports a healthy immune system by maintaining the
mucous membranes within the lungs which are vital for protecting against foreign invaders
this includes viruses and bacteria that could potentially affect the respiratory system
a study also found that consuming higher amounts of vitamin a may actually lower the risk of
certain types of cancer including lung cancer keep in mind that consuming too much vitamin a can have
toxic effects on the body which is why it's best to speak with your doctor about the benefits risk
and recommended dosages this goes for all the other vitamins that we're talking about in this
video as well moving right along next we need to talk about beta-carotene beta-carotene is
the nutrient that is typically found in orange or yellow fruits and vegetables it's a powerful
antioxidant that can reduce oxidative stress and neutralize unstable free radicals in the body
this is helpful in decreasing the risk of several chronic diseases including those that affect
the respiratory system some examples of foods that are high in beta-carotene include carrots
sweet potatoes cantaloupe red and yellow peppers apricots and butternut squash just to name a few
next up on our list is vitamin d vitamin d is a powerful nutrient that has several
important functions within the body it helps promote a healthy immune system and facilitates
the absorption of calcium which is important for maintaining strong and healthy bones unfortunately
it has been estimated that nearly half of the adult population is deficient in vitamin d
and a vitamin d deficiency can lead to many different health problems including heart disease
diabetes immune system disorders and even types of cancer our body produces vitamin d naturally
whenever it's exposed to direct sunlight you can also get vitamin d in your diet by eating foods
such as salmon eggs shrimp and fortified cereal resveratrol is another property that we need to
discuss it's a phytonutrient compound that functions as an antioxidant in the body
researchers believe that resveratrol can help lower blood pressure decrease cholesterol
levels increase insulin sensitivity and potentially even suppress cancer cells
one study found that resveratrol can help decrease inflammation in the epithelial cells
of the lungs this is useful in preventing certain respiratory inflammatory illnesses from occurring
next up on our list is vitamin e it's a fat soluble vitamin that functions as
an antioxidant in the body by protecting cell membranes researchers believe that it can help
prevent certain chronic inflammatory diseases such as obesity and diabetes studies also found that
consuming vitamin e naturally in your diet may decrease the risk of lung cancer with that said
vitamin e supplements are not effective when it comes to prevention some examples
of foods that are high in vitamin e include almonds sunflower seeds spinach and broccoli
selenium is another essential mineral that we need to discuss like others that we've mentioned
in this video selenium also helps prevent cell damage by eliminating free radicals and reducing
oxidative stress it does so by helping the body produce protein and antioxidant enzymes
believe that it may help reduce the risk of heart disease in certain types of cancer
selenium has anti-inflammatory properties that are believed to be beneficial in those with asthma
as well and we couldn't have made this video without mentioning omega-3 numerous studies have
revealed that omega-3 fatty acids can provide several different benefits for the human body
researchers believe that it supports a healthy heart reduces inflammation prevents obesity and
provides a boost for the immune system each of which can indirectly benefit the lungs
and promote the health of the respiratory system you can consider a fish oil supplement in order
to consume more omega-3s or you can eat more fatty fish such as salmon tuna sardines or trout
next up on our list is mcts which stands for medium chain triglycerides mcts have been found to
serve as an alternative energy source to glucose which can help prevent obesity and reduce the risk
of developing heart disease mcts are also known for having anti-microbial and anti-fungal effects
which can protect your body from certain infectious diseases mcts are most commonly
extracted from coconut oil which can be used for cooking in your healthy diet so just to
give a quick recap the vitamins that can provide a boost to your lungs and respiratory system include
vitamin c zinc vitamin a beta-carotene vitamin d resveratrol vitamin e selenium omega-3 and mcts
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millions of people around the world are looking for natural ways to improve the overall health
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with that said keep in mind that we are not doctors in this video should not be
taken as medical advice again this video is for informational purposes only but hopefully you
learned a thing or two and hopefully you're now one step closer to improving your overall health
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so much for watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always breathe easy my friend
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