FOODS THAT SUPPORT LUNG FUNCTION

My late husband was an invalid due mostly to COPD, so I was always looking for ways to help him breathe easier. As his disease advanced there are still small ways to help him. I had always blamed years of smoking for his disease, which is true, but I never really considered his diet. I discovered that diets high in processed foods can impair the lungs. My husband had always preferred processed foods over fruits and vegetables and changing his mind at age 74 was not easy. Diets that lean heavily on fruits and vegetables not only reduce the risks of COPD but can improve the respiratory system in those who have it. I worked on this with my husband which did make his breathing easier, and I hope this information will help you eat to protect your lungs.

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