Kapanlagi.com - Shortness of breath is one of the most common respiratory disorders experienced by many people. Suddenly feeling short of breath can be caused by various factors, such as lung health problems. Therefore, it is very important to maintain lung health. One way to do this is by consuming foods that maintain lung health.
The lungs are indeed one of the vital organs that need to be maintained. Like other body organs, the lungs also need nutritional intake to stay healthy. Several types of foods are believed to have the necessary nutrients for the lungs. So, what are some of these foods?
Compiled from various sources, here are several types of foods that maintain lung health.
1. Salmon
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Salmon is known as one of the types of fish that is rich in nutrients, making it very healthy. It's no wonder that salmon is considered expensive in the market. One of the benefits of salmon is that it can maintain lung health.
This is because salmon contains the nutrients needed by the lungs, such as omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D. According to eatingwell.com, omega-3 fatty acids in the body are useful for preventing inflammation, including in the lungs. Meanwhile, vitamin D is useful for improving respiratory muscle strength.
2. Oysters
In addition to salmon, oysters are also one of the types of food ingredients that are beneficial for lung health. Oysters contain various nutrients for the lungs, such as zinc, selenium, vitamin B, and copper. According to healthline.com, a study revealed that selenium and copper levels can improve lung function.
Meanwhile, not many people know that vitamin B, especially B12, is actually beneficial for smokers. This is because vitamin B12 can help reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
3. Turmeric
In Indonesia, turmeric is known as one type of spice or seasoning that is also often used as a traditional medicine. Turmeric is famous for its high antioxidant content and anti-inflammatory properties. The antioxidant substance called curcumin in turmeric is believed to provide many benefits, including maintaining lung health.
Curcumin is believed to improve lung function. Especially for active smokers, curcumin reduces the risk of lung damage.
4. Apple
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Apple is one of the most popular fruits. Besides its sweet and refreshing taste, apples are also known as beneficial fruits. One of the benefits of apples is that they can improve lung function. The content in apples is believed to enhance a person's lung function.
Regular consumption of apples is not only believed to maintain stable lung function, but also reduce the risk of lung-related diseases, such as cancer. This is because apples are rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and vitamin C.
5. Green Tea
Besides being delicious, green tea is also known for its extraordinary benefits for the body's health. The benefits of green tea for health are caused by the presence of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
According to healthline.com, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties in green tea are useful in preventing fibrosis. Fibrosis is a disease that affects lung function. This disease is characterized by the appearance of progressive scar tissue. In fact, not only preventing, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties in green tea are also useful for treating fibrosis.
6. Yogurt
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Yogurt is one of the dairy products that is well-known for its health benefits. However, yogurt is not only known for its good effects on digestion, but also as one of the foods that can maintain lung health.
Yogurt contains several nutrients that are needed by the lungs such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, and selenium. With these nutritional contents, lung function will be maintained. In addition, a person can also be more protected from the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
7. Tomatoes
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Tomatoes contain a high amount of lycopene, as well as an antioxidant called carotenoid. These nutritional contents are also useful for maintaining and improving lung health. Consuming tomatoes regularly is believed to reduce inflammation in the respiratory tract.
This is especially beneficial for asthma patients. Additionally, it is also very beneficial for maintaining and improving lung function in active smokers who have quit smoking.
Those are a series of foods that maintain lung health. You can maintain lung health and smooth respiratory system by consuming the foods mentioned above. However, don't forget to exercise regularly and adopt a healthy lifestyle.
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