2) Eliminate toxic products from your home, such as detergents, cleaning products, bleach, and chemically scented “air fresheners.” There are many chemical-free home fragrances available in health food stores, and you can also make your own with essential oils. The same goes for cosmetics and body care products. Buy only aluminum- and paraben-free products, but it’s best to make your own.
If you have a garden, don’t use commercial pesticides because they are toxic: they emit caustic gases or vapors that irritate the lungs. There are alternatives that are non-toxic to humans and animals.
3) Improve indoor air quality, which can be even worse than outdoor air quality. Try replacing carpets with other floor coverings, or at least vacuum and steam clean frequently. Be wary of flame-resistant furniture or clothing. Flame retardants emit carcinogenic off-gases. Formaldehyde is also found in paints and many household materials. It’s also good to know that a law dating back a few years allows building materials to contain about 2% nuclear waste.
You may want to consider air purifiers. You can also simply place a few beautiful indoor plants that add life to your home while eliminating toxins. List of air-purifying plants that purify indoor air
4) There are many medicinal plants for lung problems. You will need to determine which type is best suited to your situation.
Cough suppressant herbs reduce respiratory spasms. Expectorant herbs loosen mucus. Emollient herbs soothe irritated tissues. And antimicrobial herbs treat infections.
Here’s a good guide to herbs that benefit the lungs: 15 Herbs That Can Boost Lung Health, Heal Respiratory Infections, and Repair Lung Damage
Licorice root is the plant that covers almost all of these attributes. It can cause side effects for some due to its glycyrrhizin content. However, products made with licorice extract are available without glycyrrhizin. These are known as deglycyrrhizinated licorice or DGL licorice.
Lobelia, ironically known as Indian tobacco, helps clear the airways to facilitate breathing. It even works for asthma attacks.
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