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Our lung health is so important to us no
 matter our age. We use our lungs every second of every day and the 
healthier they are, the healthier we are overall. As we get older, how 
we treated our lungs in our earlier years really begins to show itself 
and can quickly adjust the experience we are having in our life, 
especially if we didn’t take good care of them.</div>
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Our world is surrounded with toxins. 
Pesticides, household chemicals, pollution, and harsh cleaning chemicals
 just to name a few. As we breathe this stuff in, it slowly has effects 
on the health of our lungs. This isn’t something I’m encouraging anyone 
to fear, but simply to be aware of so we can make new choices. Without 
awareness, we don’t know how to make changes.</div>
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We have spoken before about 15 plants and herbs that boost lung health,
 now it’s time to go over the top foods that help improve lung health. 
These foods can help in preventing lung cancer, help with various lung 
diseases and can help keep lungs clean and healthy.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Water</span></h3>
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Water is essential to the human body in 
so many ways. When it comes to the lungs, water helps to keep our lungs 
moist and free of irritation. The amount of water each person should 
drink is dependent on their own body. We always hear the 6 – 8 glasses 
of water rule but this really depends on what we are eating, whether we 
are exercising and so forth. If you exercise a lot or eat a lot of foods
 that suck water out of you, you are going to need a lot more than 6 – 8
 glasses a day. Pay attention to whether you feel hydrated and try and 
push your water intake up to about 2L. See how it feels for you. Adjust 
according to YOUR body and lifestyle.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Apricots</span></h3>
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Apricots are not only a great time to 
eat but they contain a solid amount of antioxidants and Vitamin A. 
Antioxidants are important in keeping lungs healthy and warding off the 
potential for lung cancer. Along with protecting lung linings and 
preventing infection, apricots have also been linked to helping to treat
 asthma which is a disorder of the lungs.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;"> Apples</span></h3>
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Scientists who studied 2,500 Welshmen 
aged 45 to 59 found those who ate five or more apples a week had the 
healthiest lungs. The test was done by performing a test geared towards 
determining lung capacity. Apples contain high levels of an antioxidant 
called quercetin. This is good for keeping the lungs healthy and clear 
of lung cancer.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Beans</span></h3>
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Beans contain a substance called phytic 
acid (IP6). IP6 has been shown to help reduce the risk and fight cancer 
at various sites including the lungs. Kidney, pinto and black beans are 
also great sources of antioxidants that help fight off free radicals in 
the body. For the lungs, these free radicals can damage the lungs and 
cause cancer.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Broccoli</span></h3>
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Compounds called isothiocyanates from 
cruciferous vegetables like broccoli may have cancer-fighting 
properties. Broccoli is also high in antioxidants which we know help 
reduce the risk of various lung diseases.</div>
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Berries</span></h3>
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Berries are also rich in antioxidants, 
in fact they are one of the most antioxidant rich out there, topping the
 charts with the Acai berry. The blackberry is also being tested for its
 use against lung cancer in women -scientists have found that the 
berries could reduce the estrogen activity which feeds the tumour. 
Animal studies have shown similar effects. Other berries with great lung
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<span style="color: #00ccff;">Walnuts</span></h3>
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Walnuts contain a form of vitamin E 
called gamma-tocopherol. This vitamin has been found to help fight 
breast, prostate and lung cancer making walnuts another powerful food 
for the lungs. Walnuts are also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids 
which are important for our overall health. If you can, grab a handful 
of walnuts every day to help stay healthy and steer clear of lung and 
respiratory illness.</div>
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<strong>Sources</strong></div>
<a href="http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/research-into-lung--capacity-is-a-big-blow-for-apples-727445.html" target="_blank">http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/research-into-lung–capacity-is-a-big-blow-for-apples-727445.html</a></div>

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