Doctor shares secret to healthy lungs

The respiratory system plays an important role in overall health, affecting all body functions. Healthy lungs bring many practical benefits, helping to improve the quality of life.

Mr. Vivek Nangia, Head of Pulmonology at Max Super Speciality Hospital (India), said: "Improving lung capacity helps increase endurance, tolerance, immune function, and reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and chronic diseases."

Here are some tips to improve lung health and increase lung capacity, according to health site Onlymyhealth (India).

Regular exercise will help increase the efficiency of your lungs.

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Exercise regularly

Exercises such as walking, running, swimming or cycling help increase lung efficiency and improve oxygen intake.

Breathing exercises

Breathing is an unconscious act, but it is also the key to lung health. Practicing simple breathing exercises such as diaphragmatic breathing can help improve lung function and overall health.

High-intensity interval training (HIIT)

Interval training is an exercise method that alternates between periods of high intensity and low intensity exercise. It can improve lung capacity by forcing the lungs to work more efficiently during short periods of high intensity.

Change position

Maintaining good posture allows your lungs to fully expand. Sitting hunched or standing hunched can compress your lungs and reduce lung capacity.

Drink enough water

Drinking plenty of water helps thin the lining of the lungs, helping the lungs function more effectively.

Limit exposure to cigarette smoke and polluted air

Smoking, exposure to secondhand smoke and air pollution can damage lung tissue and reduce lung capacity.

Follow a healthy diet

Maintain a balanced diet rich in antioxidants such as fruits and vegetables to support lung health.

Weight control

Maintaining a healthy body weight helps reduce stress on the respiratory system and improve lung function.

Sing or play a musical instrument

By taking deep, controlled breaths, activities such as singing or playing wind instruments can exercise and improve lung capacity.

Using a respirometer

A spirometer is a device that measures lung capacity, helping you track progress and improve lung function.

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