Breathe clean air.
Most city dwellers breathe polluted air, which is a serious threat to lung health. Dirty air can cause diseases such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and pneumonia. To reduce the impact of pollution, try to be more often in the fresh air, go to nature. When it comes to choosing materials for home renovation, preference should be given to the most environmentally friendly of them. Abuse of candles, air fresheners, of course, is also harmful. And owners of furry pets need to regularly remove wool from upholstered furniture, carpets, floors. Environmentalists emphasize three main points for maintaining clean air in the house:
- improved ventilation;
- elimination of all sources of pollution;
- use of air purifiers.
Get houseplants: it is not only beautiful but also useful. Some plants, such as lilies or evergreens, are able to clean the air of toxins and improve its quality.
Takes care of hygiene.
Take good care of your personal hygiene. Be sure to wash your hands after each visit to public places or touching things outside. This will help prevent infections that affect the respiratory system, such as the flu or pneumonia.
Get vaccinated.
Timely vaccination against influenza will help a person protect against unpredictable disease and its consequences. People over the age of 65 need special care for their lung health, and the vaccine is one form of care. It is also recommended not to be in crowded places during epidemics, to ventilate the room often, and if you get sick, start treatment in time (for example, Tamiflu or Antiflu for influenza).
Go in for sports.
Physical activity will not only heal the lungs, but also improve the functioning of the body as a whole. Ten minutes of training several times a week is enough to get you into the habit of being active. Jogging in the morning, dancing, jogging at home, skiing in winter and hiking in summer are also ways to prevent pneumonia.
Breathe so that when you inhale, your chest expands and when you exhale, your abdominal muscles relax. Deep breathing helps to heal the lungs and improves breathing.
Proper posture promotes deeper breathing. If you have to spend a lot of time sitting, relax more often and take a few deep breaths.
Use household chemicals properly.
When cleaning at home, a person is often exposed to harmful gases and particles. Try to check the safety level of the product, do not exceed a single dose. It is necessary to clean in rubber gloves and a respirator. The room should be well ventilated after cleaning. Use water-based paints instead of oil paints, and it is better to choose cleaners without bleach and ammonia.
Do not ignore warning signs.
If you experience breathing problems after exercise and the cough does not go away for more than a month, you should see a doctor. By diagnosing lung function, potential diseases can be identified at an early stage. Therapeutic methods will help slow down the course of the disease and prevent the development of pneumonia.