Home remedies for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Condition analysis:
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the name used to describe a number of lung conditions which make breathing more difficult by limiting the flow of air out of the lungs.

COPD is progressive (usually gets worse over time), and can be life-threatening, but it is preventable and treatable. There are 210 million people worldwide thought to be living with COPD, and it can affect each person differently.

Instructions:
Magnesium: Magnesium can help to strengthen the tissues of the respiratory tract by controlling the amount of calcium in the bloodstream. When you have an excessive amount of magnesium in your system, your calcium content is controlled, which lessens the contraction of smooth-muscle that often occurs when you suffer from COPD. Eating magnesium-rich foods like spinach, soybeans, black beans, and cashews is a great way to boost your magnesium content.

Vitamin D: Sunshine is the best way to increase your vitamin D content, which has been connected to improved respiratory health and reduced inflammation in the body. Lung function suffers as a result of COPD, and studies have directly linked vitamin D to improving normal lung function.

Berries: Berries are rich in various antioxidants and organic compounds, which are essential for boosting immune system health and respiratory function. As tissues break down as a result of prolonged exposure to carcinogens and environmental pollutants, antioxidants can help to repair those cells and prevent cellular mutation and death. Blueberries and goji berries are particularly effective for this particular condition.

Ginseng: Ginseng has been used for thousands of years to treat countless medical conditions, and it has shown promising results in slowing down or even reversing some of the symptoms of COPD. Although research is still ongoing in this particular area, it’s exciting to see yet another useful function of this ancient Chinese herb.

Thyme:  Respiratory tract infections can be difficult to combat, but thyme has long been used to treat that particular part of the body. For those afflicted by COPD, respiratory tract infections can be particularly damaging and long-lasting, so preventing them is a good way to slow the severity of COPD’s symptoms.

Quit Smoking: Given that smoking cigarettes is one of the primary causes of COPD, the most important home remedy for this condition is quitting the habit. As long as you are still smoking, you won’t be able to prevent or slow the development of COPD. Therefore, this should be the most important home remedy for everyone seeking the best possible resolution to this condition.