6 Ways to Cleanse Your Lungs

Certain foods and drinks contain anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Reducing airway inflammation can help you breathe easier — and antioxidants can help. Try green tea. In a Korean study, consuming green tea just twice a day was shown to reduce the risk of COPD in people 40 years old and older. Other anti-inflammatory options include berries, broccoli, turmeric, and dark chocolate.