Many who suffer from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) are familiar with the sensation of being out of breath (dyspnea). Although using oxygen therapy (oxygen tanks) to cope with shortness of breath is normal, the drawbacks may include exhaustion, headaches, and dry or bloody noses. Furthermore, by using oxygen tanks as a primary source of oxygen, there is a serious risk that the body will learn to inhibit its natural respiratory system. Obi Nwogu, a Canadian professional health and fitness trainer, has compiled a list of natural ways to boost your oxygen levels. Here are some suggestions for reducing your reliance on oxygen tanks.
Change your eating habits: Antioxidants help the body use oxygen more effectively, allowing for more oxygen consumption during digestion. Blueberries, cranberries, red kidney beans, artichoke hearts, strawberries, plums, and blackberries are the foods to eat if you want to increase your antioxidant intake, and the majority of them can be found in juices and smoothies. Essential fatty acids, such as Vitamin F, are another important protein to consider since they act to increase the amount of oxygen the hemoglobin in the bloodstream may carry. Soybeans, walnuts, and flaxseeds all contain these acids.
Get Active: Exercise is important for living a balanced lifestyle. The body can better absorb oxygen when eliminating waste through the lymphatic system with aerobic exercises, such as easy walking. According to the American Heart Association, walking for 30 minutes twice a day has a greater impact on the circulatory system than going to the gym for an hour or more twice a week. Walking has been shown to increase mood, morale, and relieve stress, in addition to the physical health benefits.
Change the way you breathe: It is important to exercise your lungs on a regular basis in order to maintain good respiratory health. On the other hand, the manner in which they breathe is often an impediment to one’s breathing. It was recently found that sick people breathe using the upper chest and inhale more air, resulting in lower oxygen levels in the body. The correct technique for proper breathing, on the other hand, is to breathe slowly from the diaphragm and through the nose rather than the mouth.
Hydrate: Since the human body is made up of about 60% water, the importance of water in how the body functions cannot be overstated: it allows body cells to expand, lubricates our joints, and regulates body temperature. Drink filtered water if you want to get the most out of oxygenation. Water that has been restructured or ionized is micro-clustered, with smaller groups of water molecules. At the cellular level, this results in high levels of hydration and oxygenation. Bear in mind that caffeinated drinks, alcohol, and high sodium foods all dehydrate the body, so keep a bottle of water with you at all times and make it a habit to drink it. Aim for eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day, according to health experts.
After reading this informative post, I’m sure you’ll want to learn more about other health-related topics. If so, please contact Obinna Nwogu. He has more than 7 years of experience as a certified health and fitness trainer in Canada.
