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 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 drinks and beverages 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 of course the first drink that we have to mention is water more than 70 percent of the human body is made up of water which is why it's always important to stay hydrated this is especially true when it comes to helping
your lungs function properly dehydration causes mucous and secretions in the lungs to thicken up which makes it more difficult to cough up for removal it's no coincidence that most respiratory infections occur during the winter months which just so happens to be the dry season this means that your body has to work overtime in order to maintain proper levels of hydration drinking around 3 liters of water per day
can help ensure that your body is getting the hydration that it needs which can prevent thick unwanted mucus from building up in your airways the next drink that we need to discuss is green tea green tea is a healthy drink that has been around for centuries it's believed to have positive effects on the entire body including your metabolism and immune system one study specifically looked at how drinking green tea may benefit people with copd which is a chronic condition that affects the ability of the lungs to exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide this study found that drinking green tea two or more times per day can reduce the risk of developing copd if you want to give it a try you can enjoy it either as a hot or a cold beverage keep in mind that it does contain caffeine so for me personally
i often like to enjoy a cup as an afternoon pick-me-up next up on our list is turmeric tea turmeric is a bright yellow spice that is often found in indian cuisine it wasn't until recently that medical experts discovered its positive health benefits turmeric contains antioxidants that work to prevent fatty deposits from developing in the arteries it also contains anti-inflammatory properties which help prevent the arteries from hardening over time this improves the functionality of the heart and cardiovascular system which indirectly benefits the lungs as well and easy do-it-yourself turmeric tea mixture includes hot water turmeric lemon juice honey and black pepper enjoy it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach for the best results another great mixture that you can consider is olive oil lemon and honey sipping on this majestic mixture with warm water is a classic home remedy that is widely used across the world it's useful in alleviating sore throat symptoms that are caused by repeated coughing studies show that honey reduces cough symptoms because of its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties lemon is a rich source of vitamin c that helps strengthen the immune system and when combined with honey can provide a detoxifying boost olive oil has antibacterial properties and also reduces inflammation which benefits not only the lungs
but the entire body all you have to do to take advantage of these benefits is take a glass of warm water and mix it with one tablespoon each of fresh lemon juice olive oil and honey the next beverage that you can consider is green juice green juice is a beverage made of a mixture of healthy green vegetables that is touted for providing some amazing antioxidant benefits it's often loaded with concentrated forms of healthy vegetables such as kale spinach cucumber wheatgrass celery chard and mint these types of green vegetables are loaded with nutrients and components that may be beneficial for your lungs specifically they often contain chlorophyll which helps increase blood flow to the respiratory system they are also high in antioxidants that help ward all free radicals free radicals can cause genetic mutations which inhibits the proper functioning of every major organ including the lungs that is why incorporating green juice in your diet is good for not only your lungs
but for your entire body another type of drink that can benefit the lungs is a blueberry smoothie blueberries may be small but they pack a mean punch when it comes to improving our overall health they 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 easily search google or youtube to find some delicious and easy to make blueberry smoothie recipes in order to take advantage of the amazing benefits that they can provide and we couldn't have made this video without mentioning ginger shots the roots of a ginger plant are widely used for food and medicinal purposes around the world ginger has a strong odor that is useful for clearing the nasal airways studies show that ginger has bioactive components and antioxidants that reduce oxidative damage due to stress it also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help relax the airways in the lungs and fight against fever that occurs during a lung infection you can add ginger to your diet by drinking it in the form of a juice or tea or you can consider drinking a ginger shot which is a small concentrated dose of ginger juice that makes it quick and easy to take in your dose for the day moving right along next up on our list is elderberry tea elderberry has become widely popular over recent years and is known for its antimicrobial antibacterial and antifungal properties this makes it great for boosting the immune system and treating colds infections and viruses elderberry also referred to as sambucus is most commonly consumed in the form of cough syrup with that said it can also be made into a tasty and nutritious tea as well again just do a quick search online and you can easily find a recipe to fit your needs next up is pomegranate juice this is actually one of the most nutritious beverages that can be purchased from your local supermarket pomegranates are loaded with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and protect your cells from damage it's also been shown to boost your immune system which can help prevent lung and upper respiratory infections that is why we had to include it in our list and it's definitely a drink to consider for those who are looking to improve the health of their respiratory system this next beverage may be a bit controversial however we just have to let you know about the benefits of coffee this one seems a bit counterintuitive because the doctors of cardiac patients often recommend avoiding coffee due to the stimulative effects of caffeine with that said coffee is actually a vasodilator that helps improve blood flow throughout the circulatory system which could potentially benefit the lungs
coffee also provides anti-inflammatory effects and essential minerals that can help fight off infections with that said if your doctor says not to consume coffee caffeine or any of the other beverages that were mentioned in this video you should definitely take their advice because they know more about your individual condition real quick guys do me a huge favor and hit the like button it really helps support the channel and i greatly greatly appreciate it and while you're down there go ahead and click the subscribe button as well because we have a ton of other videos on our channel that i think you will enjoy i hope you like the information that was shared in this video and hopefully you're now one step closer to protecting your lungs and taking better care of your respiratory system again this video is for informational purposes only and you should always speak to your doctor first before making adjustments to your diet or regimen if you want to dive even deeper into this topic we do have a full guide on our website i'll drop a link to it right below this post down in the description thank you so much for watching all the way to the end have a blessed day and as always release my friend, subscribe my YouTube channel
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