How To Get Rid of Mucus and Phlegm in Your Lungs

How To Get Rid of Mucus and Phlegm in Your Lungs? Want clear lungs and easier breathing?
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➡️1. Take the Right Medications
The most effective way to get rid of mucus and phlegm is to take the medications that are prescribed directly by your doctor. This is especially true for those who have underlying respiratory conditions, such as asthma, COPD, or bronchiectasis.

➡️ 2. Drink Plenty of Fluids
You probably grew up hearing your parents tell you to drink plenty of water every time you were sick or had a cold. It may sound cliche, but they were 100% correct because it actually does help improve the functionality of pretty much all the major systems of the body.

➡️ 3. Take a Hot Bath or Shower
In this case, the main benefit of taking a hot bath or shower is to inhale the steam that is produced by the warm water. Steam acts as a natural way to help break up and get rid of mucus and phlegm. Gently breathe in and out as the aerosol particles enter your airways and lungs.

➡️ 4. Practice the Deep Coughing Technique
Deep coughing is an effective technique that can be used to get rid of phlegm and mucus. As opposed to a hacking cough that basically only clears the throat, deep coughing is more effective for clearing the lungs. Begin by taking a deep breath in and hold it for 2-3 seconds.

➡️ 5. Try the Huff Coughing Technique
Huff coughing is a forced expiration technique that is an alternative to deep coughing and is also useful in getting rid of mucus and phlegm. All you have to do is take a breath that is slightly deeper than your normal tidal volume breath. Use your diaphragm and the muscles in your stomach to make a series of three rapid exhalations with an open airway.

➡️ 6. Breathe Humidified Air
In general, breathing dry air can irritate the nose and throat and make it difficult to remove mucus and phlegm. You can use a cool-mist humidifier to alleviate dryness and add humidity to the air that you're breathing. By breathing in the humidified air, this helps loosen up secretions which make them easier to be removed by coughing.

➡️ 7. Use Vapor Rubs
Vapor rubs aren’t meant to cure the problem but they can provide short-term relief. They contain ingredients such as menthol and eucalyptus oil that help to soothe chest and breathing congestion. You can apply the rub directly to your throat or chest in order to relieve the stuffy feeling caused by excess mucus and phlegm.

➡️ 8. Keep Your Allergies Under Control
Not only can seasonal allergies cause a runny nose, itchy throat, and watery eyes, they can also cause excessive amounts of mucus and phlegm to build up as well. So keeping your allergies in check is a no-brainer.

➡️ 9. Eat Foods That Are Good for the Respiratory System
Anecdotal studies have shown that certain foods and drinks can be effective in getting rid of mucus and phlegm. Take spicy foods, for example. Spices such as chili and cayenne pepper contain substances that help clear up the sinuses.

➡️ 10. Use an Airway Clearance Device
It can be challenging to eliminate excess phlegm and mucus from the lungs in conditions such as COPD, bronchiectasis, and cystic fibrosis. This is when an airway clearance device may come in handy. The most common types of these devices are handheld and come with a mouthpiece.

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🚑MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
Medicine and Respiratory Therapy are continuously changing practices. The information in this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice, please consult with a physician or qualified medical professional.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:42 - Take the Right Medications
1:41 - Drink Plenty of Fluids
3:01 - Take a Hot Bath or Shower
3:39 - Practice the Deep Coughing Technique
4:16 - Try the Huff Coughing Technique
5:18 - Breathe Humidified Air
6:05 - Use Vapor Rubs
6:46 - Keep Your Allergies Under Control
7:26 - Eat Foods That Are Good for the Respiratory System
8:27 - Use an Airway Clearance Device

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