Foods For Lung Health During Smog Season


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Airborne toxins and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) inflame airways and reduce oxygen intake. A lung-friendly diet helps strengthen your respiratory system and fight pollution damage naturally.

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Citrus Fruits

Oranges, lemons, amla, and grapefruit fight oxidative stress. Vitamin C strengthens immunity and protects lung tissue.

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Leafy Greens

Spinach, methi, mustard greens are rich in magnesium and folate. They support lung function and oxygen flow.

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Turmeric

Curcumin in turmeric helps reduce airway inflammation, and supports healing of irritated bronchial tissues.

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Ginger

Ginger helps clear mucus and eases breathing. It also improves circulation and helps treat cough.

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Garlic

Garlic contains allicin, which improves respiratory function, helps reduce lung infections and pollutant effects.

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Nuts & Seeds

Almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia reduce inflammation. Omega-3 fatty acids improve lung elasticity.

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Apples

Polyphenols and flavonoids in apples improve lung capacity. Daily apple intake is linked to better respiratory health.

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Carrots

Carotenoids in carrots aid oxygen transport, Help protect mucous membranes and boost stamina.

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Green Tea

Rich in catechins that reduce oxidative lung damage, green tea helps clear airways and reduce inflammation.

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