These things improve your lungs health
These things improve
your lungs health
Healthy lungs are capable of efficiently exchanging oxygen
and carbon dioxide during breathing, and are free from any major lung disease
or condition. This allows individuals to breathe comfortably, without
experiencing shortness of breath, chest pain, or other respiratory symptoms.
Healthy lungs can also handle physical activity and exercise without causing
undue stress or fatigue.
Do these five things
for healthy lungs:
1.
Practice deep breathing exercises:
2. Don’t smoke
Smoking is the number one cause of lung cancer, causing about 90% of all cases. It is also the major cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). If you still smoke, quitting that habit is the best thing you can do for your lung health. Quitting can also prevent those around you from getting lung cancer, as breathing in secondhand smoke puts people at risk for lung cancer.
4. Exercise
Staying physically active – no matter your age, body size or disability – can help keep your lungs healthy and strong. Aim to get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five days a week.
5. Minimize exposure to air pollution
The air quality outside varies each day and sometimes it is
unhealthy to breathe. You can monitor the air quality on your smart phone or
local weather channel. Avoid exercising outside on bad-air days, and minimize
prolonged time outside on those days as well.
Prevent infection
You just never know when a cold or other respiratory infection can turn into something serious. Taking some precautions can help. Wash your hands often with soap and water, avoid crowds during cold and flu season, practice good oral hygiene and get vaccinated for the flu, pneumonia (if indicated by your doctor) and COVID-19. Lastly, stay home if you’re sick so you don’t get others sick.
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