If you want to have peace of mind and live the life you want, start planning towards having a healthy mind and body. Getting your daily dose of nutrients, having an active lifestyle, and getting comprehensive health insurance can take you a step closer to living the healthy and worry-free life you’ve always wanted.
An essential component to our overall health is having healthy lungs. It delivers oxygen to every cell in our body and facilitates a vital process called ‘gas exchange,’ where oxygen is exchanged for carbon dioxide which is actually a waste gas. It also helps us maintain the right humidity level that our body needs and protects our airways from harmful irritants. Here are several ways to naturally take care of our lungs:
- Minimize your exposure to air pollutants. Make the places you frequent—like your home, car, or workplace—smoke-free. Avoid exercising outdoors when it’s a particularly “bad air day,” or when there’s a ‘combination of high temperature, few winds and breezes, and toxic pollutants.
- Wash your hands. Prevent respiratory infections by regularly washing your hands with soap and water. You can also use alcohol-based cleaners as a substitute for keeping your hands clean.
- Get fit and stay active. Frequent exercise makes your lungs stronger, the same way it strengthens and develops your muscles. Even moderate activities such as brisk walking, biking, and gardening can already be beneficial to your lungs.
- Grow plants. Adding greenery to your living area increases the air quality of your home, thanks to plants' natural ability to remove certain toxins from the air. This can be especially important if you reside in a metropolis like Metro Manila, which only has a handful of green spaces.
- Eat well. Having a healthy diet is also crucial in supporting lung health. Low levels of certain nutrients, for instance, have been linked to several types of lung diseases. A study from the National Library of Medicine shows that the dietary patterns associated with benefits in respiratory diseases include a healthy intake of fruits, vegetables, fish, and poultry.
- Prevent infection. A seemingly mild respiratory infection can sometimes become very serious. For example, the Department of Health encourages Filipinos to get vaccinated for influenza as well as covering one’s mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing to prevent spreading the virus.
- Don’t smoke. Smoking is the major cause of lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
These are just some of the many ways to naturally take care of your lungs and overall health. Note that it’s also essential to take the extra step in ensuring that you and your loved ones are prepared in case of unexpected health setbacks. Availing affordable health insurance in the Philippines, like what AXA offers, makes for a good start. AXA Philippines’ health insurance comes with comprehensive coverage—including Health Screening benefits- you can use yearly that will help ensure your medical needs will be addressed and keep you in charge of your health and well-being.
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