Ginger tea cleanses the lungs, right?

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There are many foods and drinks that clean the lungs. In particular, ginger tea to clean the lungs is the choice of many people because the ingredients are easy to find, highly effective, and safe for health.

1. Ginger tea cleans the lungs effectively. Lungs are one of the important organs in the human body. The average person breathes about 20,000 times a day. Respiration must be through the lungs, so the lungs have to work all day to inhale and release air. Lung disease is a problem that threatens many people around the world. Diseases can manifest from mild to severe such as asthma, pneumonia, bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, lung cancer,...
1.1 The effect of ginger tea on the lungs To clean the lungs, prevent diseases. To prevent lung diseases, there are many types of lung-cleansing drinks and foods that have been used. In particular, ginger tea is a lung-cleansing drink that many people choose.
Ginger tea is one of the simple home remedies for cough and cold. Ginger tea has anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties that remove toxins from the respiratory tract. Ginger is also famous for its function of improving immunity, digestion, treating asthma, relieving pain, preventing cardiovascular disease,... Besides, this herbal tea also has minerals such as: potassium, magnesium, zinc and beta carotene and vitamin C. Some studies have shown that ginger extract can kill lung cancer cells.
Therefore, one of the best ways to promote lung health and immunity is to drink ginger tea every day. You can add ginger to filtered water or drink ginger juice with honey.

1.2 How to make ginger tea to clean the lungs There are 2 ways to make ginger tea to clean and strengthen the lungs. They are:
Method 1:
A mixture of ginger, onion and turmeric helps to eliminate nicotine for smokers, while filtering the lungs and enhancing lung function.
Onions are rich in antioxidants, which help control free radicals in the body, fight cancer and heart disease. At the same time, onions also provide many vitamins C and B6, supporting the treatment of lung infections and respiratory diseases; Ginger stimulates digestion, blood circulation, prevention of hypertension, cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Ginger also has strong anti-inflammatory properties, useful in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; Turmeric contains high levels of curcumin, which prevents cancer, improves digestion and brain function. This is a good medicinal herb for health, helping to clean and protect the lungs. How to make ginger tea as follows:
Prepare 1 liter of water + 400g onion + 2 tablespoons turmeric + 400g cane sugar + 1 ginger root; Heat a mixture of cane sugar + chopped onion + grated ginger + water over low heat. When the mixture boils, add turmeric powder, cook until the mixture is half. Let the mixture cool, filter the water into a glass jar, keep it in the refrigerator; Take 2 tablespoons in the morning on an empty stomach and 2 hours before dinner, should be taken continuously for 2 weeks. Method 2:
A mixture of ginger, turmeric and honey helps to effectively clean the lungs:
Ginger removes mucus in the lungs and has anti-inflammatory properties, removing toxins from the body; Turmeric has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties, anti-bacterial, cleans the blood, and prevents inflammation. Turmeric contains vitamins, minerals and Omega-3 fatty acids; Honey mixed with water forms a plasma-like mixture, which is easily absorbed by the body, helps strengthen the immune system, treat bronchitis and clears mucus in the lungs. At the same time, honey is also an effective anti-infective and anti-inflammatory food. How to make ginger tea as follows:
Prepare 1/4 teaspoon of fresh ginger + 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder + coconut milk + raw honey + 1 cup of water; Bring the water to a boil, add the ginger and turmeric to the pot, and simmer for about 7-10 minutes. Then you add coconut milk, filter the tea into a cup, add honey and use.

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2. Other foods and drinks that help clean the lungs In addition to ginger tea to clean the lungs, you can also use some foods and drinks that are good for the lungs such as:
Cruciferous vegetables: Contains substances with Helps the body eliminate toxins. Broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage are good foods for people who want to keep their lungs healthy; Carotene-containing foods: Carotene is a substance that helps prevent the risk of lung cancer. Carotene is found in orange or red vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes; Foods containing folate (vitamin B9): Foods containing folate such as spinach, radishes, lentils, asparagus, ... are very good in fighting the process of causing lung cancer, preventing cancer diseases. letters; Foods containing Omega - 3 fatty acids: Omega - 3 rich foods such as fish and nuts have a good effect on asthma, improve lung function; Garlic: Has high allicin content, reduces inflammation, fights infections, destroys free radicals and supports asthma treatment; Foods rich in vitamin C: Foods with high vitamin C content such as tomatoes, strawberries, broccoli, watermelon, pineapple, mango, kiwi, bell peppers, oranges, lemons, grapefruits, ... help the lungs have good health. can effectively deliver oxygen to the whole body; Apples: The micronutrients and vitamins in apples help maintain respiratory function and prevent lung diseases; Strawberries: High in antioxidants such as beta carotene, lutein, anthocyanin polyphenols and zeaxanthin, which help protect the lungs from the risk of infection, cancer,...; Turmeric: A spice with anti-inflammatory properties, adding a large amount of curcumin helps eliminate lung cancer cells; Grapefruit: Experts believe that the micronutrients in grapefruit help clean the lungs with cancer, benefit the lungs and respiratory system; Magnesium-rich foods: Magnesium is good for people with asthma, has the effect of increasing lung capacity and increasing respiratory efficiency. Magnesium-rich foods are dried nuts and beans; Pomegranate: A fruit that contains many antioxidants beneficial for health. The nutrients from pomegranate help slow down lung tumor growth.
3. Clean lungs by changing life habits In addition to using ginger tea to clean the lungs and the foods and drinks mentioned above, you should also change your living habits to keep your lungs healthy. Specifically:
3.1. Quit smoking and avoid secondhand smoke Secondhand smoke contains thousands of harmful chemicals. Smoking is a major cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer. In addition, fetal exposure to tobacco smoke before birth may have decreased lung function and increased risk of developing asthma later in life. Secondhand smoke also causes chronic inflammation, narrows the airways, makes breathing more difficult, destroys lung tissue, and increases the risk of lung cancer. Therefore, you should quit smoking if you want to have healthy lungs.
Passive smoking is also harmful to the lungs and overall health. Therefore, you should ask others not to smoke in your home or workplace; avoid public places where smoking is allowed; Stay in smoke-free hotels.
3.2 Improve Indoor Air Some houseplants act like a natural air purifier because they filter out compounds like benzene, formaldehyde and trichlorethylene,...
So you have plants that can absorb toxic compounds. These are lily, aloe vera, bamboo palm, fern, sycamore, ivy, ... Besides, you should keep the foliage dust-free, do not overwater the plant to limit mold growth,...
In addition, you should minimize the use of strong detergents or detergents with strong scents because they are not good for health. In particular, should avoid using aerosols, ensure ventilation in the house.

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3.3 Limit your exposure to pollutants In addition to smoke, there are many pollutants in the air that are harmful to your lungs and health. Even synthetic fragrances used in laundry products and air fresheners can release harmful chemicals. That's what you need to keep in mind when choosing the above products.
Besides, when building or remodeling a house, you should choose environmentally friendly materials such as formaldehyde-free cabinets, paints containing less harmful compounds,...
3.4 Practice deep breathing Daily lack of oxygen makes us susceptible to lung diseases and cardiovascular diseases. You can enhance lung function with deep breathing exercises , remove toxins accumulated in the lungs, improve lung function and contribute to clear airways,...
You can sit in a relaxing and quiet place, close your eyes, take a deep breath through your nose, count to 5, slowly inhale deeply, hold the breath for a few seconds, and then slowly exhale. Repeat this exercise 6-8 times a day to clean the lungs and limit stress. In addition, practicing yoga and heaven is also very good to help you regulate your breathing.
3.5 Exercise regularly Exercise is a great way to increase lung capacity, provide enough oxygen needed for the work of the heart and muscles, help you have a healthy heart and a better mood. Therefore, you should exercise at least 30 minutes/day, at least 5 days/week. You can do exercises that strengthen the muscles surrounding the lungs, such as walking, aerobics, swimming, dancing, or cycling. During exercise, you should breathe deeper and more often.

3.6 Routine Health Checkup To make sure your lungs stay healthy, it's a good idea to get regular check-ups because many lung diseases go undetected until they've become serious with obvious symptoms. During your visit, your doctor will check the condition of your lungs and detect any abnormalities early.
You should consult a doctor if you have symptoms or lung problems such as difficulty breathing even with simple activities, pain when breathing, dizziness when changing positions, persistent cough, ... Lung disease will make it difficult to breathe, even leading to respiratory failure. Respiratory failure accounts for 30% of all cancer deaths, and nearly 80% of all deaths from heart disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Like many other beverages and foods, ginger tea effectively cleanses the lungs. Every day you can drink 1 cup of ginger tea, combined with regular exercise, avoid polluted environment, do not smoke, ... to ensure healthy lungs.

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