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By Manasvi Jain

Published Jan 25, 2023

5 natural ways to keep your lungs healthy

With smog, pollution and Covid-19 around, why not start protecting our lungs. Here are 5 ways to naturally clean your lungs.

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Consume Antioxidant Rich Foods

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Having antioxidant rich foods help in reducing inflammation. So, having green tea, berries, turmeric milk, leafy green vegetables, nuts, etc. will help to keep your lungs healthy.

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Exercise

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Indulging in aerobic, breathing or yoga exercises for increasing the lung capacity, can make your lungs stronger and much more capable in fighting off air pollutants.

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Inhaling Steam

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Inhaling steam helps in clearing up the mucus and clearing out the stuck pollutants in your airways and lungs.

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Stop Using Scents

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Chemicals present in scented air fresheners, perfumes or scented candles can irritate your lungs and make them more susceptible to infections.

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Use Air Purifiers

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Air purifiers are not a luxury anymore, especially if you are living in a highly polluted area. These have become a necessity and will lead you to feel less congestion in your chest.

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