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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
In a polluted world, breathe easy! Certain foods can protect your lungs and body from the destructive actions of air pollution. Let’s look at these superfoods for pollution-fighting.
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Also rich in antioxidants and sulforaphane, broccoli helps detoxify harmful pollutants in the body. Eat it with your meals for healthier lungs!
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Bulbs like oranges, lemons, and limes are great sources of vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and defends against the harsh consequences of pollutants in the lungs.
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Curcumin, a powerful anti-inflammatory compound found in turmeric, helps reduce lung damage caused by air pollution. Including it in your daily diet will protect you!
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Omega 3 fatty acids in walnuts help to reduce inflammation and protect your lungs from pollution-induced damage. They’re just perfect as a snack!
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Spinach is high in antioxidants and magnesium, which are essential for lung health and combatting oxidative stress produced in the lungs by pollution.
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Besides being a high source of lycopene, it is an antioxidant that helps reduce inflammation and protects against pollution-related respiratory problems.
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Fight pollution from within! A diet containing a large share of these foods can strengthen lung health, enhance body detoxification, and mitigate the dangerous effects of air pollution. Stay healthy, stay safe!
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