Clear Your Lungs Of Nicotine the Natural Way

Ways of clearing your lungs from nicotine and tar


We all know the harmful effects that smoking can have on the body and the health risks involved.


Long-term smokers are at risk of developing lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Children who have parents that smoke are also at risk. They can be more likely to suffer from coughing and asthma attacks than those with parents that don't smoke.


One of the main problems is the way smoking can affect the respiratory system. Smoking can cause your lungs to be filled with nicotine and tar.


Whether you are still smoking or you have recently quit then you will find below a few suggestions on how you can try and clear your lungs using natural foods.


Check out the video with natural lung cleansing tips.


Natural Ways to Clear Your Lungs of Nicotine


Consuming fresh organic corn

This can help protect you from lung cancer. Corn contains beta-kryptoxanthin. This is a powerful antioxidant that is thought to help reduce the risk of lung cancer.


Another powerful antioxidant that can help clear your lungs is selenium.

Brazil nuts are a great source of selenium. Grains also have selenium in them.


Onions

These are another great food for helping cleanse the lungs. Onions can help prevent many diseases including infections of the lung. For those who have been diagnosed with cancer, onions can help prevent new cells from growing.


Ginger

One of the most powerful antioxidants. Adding ginger to your diet can have many positive health benefits. Ginger provides a strong tool for releasing toxins that are in the lungs. Consuming tea made from ginger root can help facilitate easier breathing.

 

Nettles

These are full of iron and also useful for disinfecting the lungs. Nettles can also be used to help fight off infections. Making tea from pine needles is another natural way to help fight against lung cancer as well as other diseases of the lungs.


Drinking grapefruit juice can help improve your breathing system and drinking carrot juice can help purify your body as well.


Eat pineapples.

Bromelin, a component found in pineapples, works as a cleanser for your lungs. It allows you to take in more oxygen and take deeper breaths by increasing the lungs' elasticity.


Water. Once again, when it comes to natural health the number one remedy will usually be water. Though it may seem bland, our bodies crave it for many different reasons. More water in your diet can make your circulatory process work while keeping your lungs hydrated and ready to flush out unwanted toxins.


Cruciferous Vegetables

A cruciferous vegetable is any food that is a member of the cabbage family. They are generally packed with antioxidants that naturally help your body cleanse toxins. Some of the most popular choices for people pursuing lung health are broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage.


Begin a physical exercise routine. If you have been smoking for a number of years or are not accustomed to exercise, the start will small amounts of exercise and gradually increase what you do over time. As you exercise, you will notice that build-ups from your lungs, such as phlegm and mucus, will become discharged through coughing. This is a good thing as your lungs are naturally getting rid of these unwanted substances. To get the best results, make exercise a part of your normal daily routine.


Perform breathing exercises. There are a number of breathing exercises that can aid in improving the functions of the lungs. Some examples include using a spirometer device, breathing through the diaphragm, or the pursed-lip technique. Experiment with various breathing techniques and relaxation exercises to discover which ones work best for you. Check with your physician to see about beginning a regimen in which a respiratory therapist will work with you personally to teach you various breathing techniques.


Video on how to cleanse the lungs


The video below gives more good and natural ways how you can clean your lungs

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Source:

Healthy Food House

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