i think it's safe to say that 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 foods that
we put into our body plays a role in the health of the respiratory system
just like every other organ and system of the body our lungs need adequate nourishment as well that
is why in this video we're going to talk about some of the best fruits that you can consider
adding to your diet in order to give your lungs a detoxifying boost 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 but the
first fruit that we should mention is elderberry elderberry has become widely popular over recent
years and is known for its antimicrobial antibacterial and anti-fungal properties
this makes it great for boosting the immune system and treating colds infections and certain viruses
it contains phenolic acids which provide potent antioxidant effects on the respiratory system
also referred to as sambucus elderberry is most commonly consumed in the form of cough syrup
with that said it can also be used to make tasty and nutritious teas and smoothies as
well next up on our list is pumpkin well actually we should focus on pumpkin seeds
because they are a great source of magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids studies found that omega-3s
can help reduce inflammation and strengthen the immune system to help protect the body from
invading viruses and bacteria this can provide benefits for all of the systems of the body
including the lungs these components are believed to help reduce sinus willing caused by allergies
and alleviate congestion which helps mucus drain more easily pumpkin seeds are a great addition to
salads or they can be seasoned and roasted with a drizzle of olive oil for a healthy snack another
fruit that we should mention is pomegranates because they are loaded with antioxidants that
help reduce inflammation and protect your cells from oxidative damage their properties have also
been shown to boost the immune system which can help prevent lung and upper respiratory infections
not only are they beneficial for the lungs pomegranates contain compounds that offer numerous
benefits for pretty much all the other systems of the body as well the next fruit on our list
is none other than lemons natural lemon juice is known to contain vitamin c calcium and magnesium
among many other powerful properties that work to strengthen the immune system and ward off
infections although lemon juice tastes sour and acidic studies found that it actually has alkaline
effects on the body once it's metabolized which provides your body systems with a detoxifying
boost of course this includes the lungs as well thanks to the anti-inflammatory effects that can
come from incorporating more lemons into your diet pineapple is another fruit that we need to discuss
this sweet and delicious tropical fruit is loaded with vitamin c and an enzyme known as bromelain
studies found that bromelain has anti-inflammatory effects which may be beneficial in those with
asthma it is believed to help alleviate congestion and decrease the production of
mucus in the airways of the lungs more research is needed in this area but preliminary findings are
promising the next fruit that we should mention is apples researchers believe that eating apples
regularly can help promote and improve lung functionality for example one study found that
the lung health of egg smokers deteriorates at a slower rate than those who eat apples
regularly another study found that eating five or more apples per week may actually lower your risk
for developing copd asthma and lung cancer these amazing benefits are likely due to the powerful
antioxidants that can be metabolized by eating apples the next fruit is loaded with vitamin c
of course i'm talking about oranges as i'm sure you know vitamin c is a powerful antioxidant that
can boost your immune system and decrease the risk of chronic diseases with that said most people are
unaware that oranges also contain a good amount of folate aka folic acid folate offers numerous
health benefits including reducing inflammation and decreasing the risk factors associated with
cardiovascular disease both of which can indirectly benefit the respiratory system
and we couldn't have made this video without mentioning grapefruit grapefruit is a nutrient
stench fruit full of vitamins and minerals that can protect your cells from harmful viruses and
bacteria it's yet another fruit with powerful antioxidants that can help prevent chronic
conditions such as heart disease cancer and diseases that affect the respiratory system
thankfully grapefruit is very easy to incorporate in any diet and requires little to no preparation
blueberries are another fruit that we need to discuss they may be small but they pack
a mean punch when it comes to improving our overall health blueberries are loaded with
flavonoids and polyphenols which have antioxidant antibacterial antiviral and anti-inflammatory
effects on all of the organs and systems of the body of course this includes the lungs as well
you can add fresh blueberries to oatmeal or cold cereal to amp up your breakfast or you
could also try adding frozen blueberries into a smoothie for a powerful and refreshing beverage
next up on our list is tomatoes while tomatoes are often used like a vegetable
technically they are considered as a fruit which is why we had to include them here in our list
tomatoes are loaded with lycopene which is a carotenoid antioxidant that has been associated
with improved respiratory health a study also found that eating tomatoes is linked with
reduced airway inflammation in people with asthma and copd their strong antioxidants can also
protect the body from harmful free radicals that cause other chronic diseases as well
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millions of people around the world are looking for natural ways to improve the overall health
of their lungs hopefully the information that you learned in this video can help you do just that
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
and thus improving the overall quality of your life if so be sure to let us know down in the
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so much for watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always breathe my friend
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