Our lungs are one of the most important vital organs because it's impossible to live without breathing. And yet we happen to take in large amounts of toxins every day - whether it is due to pollution, smoking or any other reasons. It is important for us to take care of our lungs because if we can't breathe properly, we can't lead a healthy life.
So we have to make sure that our bodies function perfectly. We must monitor ourselves, drink and eat in limits so that we live in a fit and healthy way.
If you've planned to quit smoking and want your lungs to be pure the way they were before you had your first cigarette, we're here to help you. Here's how you can purify your lungs within 72 hours.
Say 'No' to smoking!
Well, the first step must obviously be to cast the cigarette aside. It isn't a news as to what smoking does to our bodies - whether it is passive or active smoking. So, to begin the detoxification, you must step out of the environment that is damaging you. Be it smoking or pollution. To stay safe from pollution, prefer to wear a mask.
Discard dairy products.
Dairy produces like milk, cheese etc. have a certain amount of toxicity in them. Though they aren't as harmful as that of a cigarette, you must still avoid them during the detoxification process.
Say 'Yes' to juices
This is the time where you have to drink a lot of juices. Drink 300 ml of carrot juice between breakfast and lunch, so you can prepare your body for the detox.
Take a sip with ginger.
Ginger is especially great for the respiratory tract and eliminates toxins from the lungs. You can consume ginger by it eating it's raw slices or having ginger tea. This will promote sweating and result in rejection of toxins from the body.
Green tea is another good choice.
One can just go on and on about the benefits of green tea. Just have one before going to sleep and see the effects. It helps you to release the toxins out from the body that could have had a negative effect on your body.
Lemon juice for breakfast.
In a tall glass of warm water, add a quarter cup of lemon juice and drink it before breakfast. This is to prepare your body for the detox.
The mint-y refreshment
Mint is an amazing decongestant and quite helpful in this 3-day process. Chew on 3-5 peppermint leaves daily to fight the damaging bacteria in the lungs.
"Orega-yes" to Oregano!
Bad joke aside, who doesn't love a pinch of oregano? The smell and the flavor of it is just delightful. It is also a healthy decongestant. Simply sprinkle oregano to your food or drinks and drink it daily to purify your lungs naturally.
The potassium smoothie
You must increase your intake of potassium in your diet. Fruits that are rich in potassium are bananas, apricot, cantaloupe, figs etc. You can also take on spinach, sweet potato, tomatoes etc. Just blend them up to your taste, and enjoy your healthy smoothie.
Pineapples are great anti-oxidants
The only way to hate pine-apple is on a pizza. Before going to bed, drink 400 ml of pineapple juice to fight toxins in the lungs. The antioxidants in these drinks are very helpful for your respiratory system.
Take a hot shower!
A 20-minute hot bath daily will aid in removing toxins. You could also add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to hot water and inhale the steam to purify your lungs naturally. Eucalyptus oil is a great aid in clearing a sore throat, congestion and sinus problems.
Go Yoga!
Practice deep breathing for half an hour daily. This will help in flushing out the impurities from your lungs.
Follow these simple steps for just 3 days, and you will find yourself as fresh as new. We wish for your health, so do let us know how this works out for you.
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