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Zhang Ming, a hard-working construction engineer, is walking home with his family. The inadvertent mention of onions in their conversation reminded Zhang Ming of various rumors about onions and health.
"I've heard that eating onions is especially good for your health, is it true?" Zhang Ming's wife, Wang Li, asked, who is always curious about such topics. "I've heard of it, but I don't know exactly what it looks like. I'll have to ask the doctor when I have time. Zhang Ming replied that he always habitually sought answers from a professional point of view.
Not long after, one weekend, Zhang Ming took his family to the hospital for a routine physical examination. While waiting, he remembered his family's previous conversation and took the opportunity to ask the doctor about the relationship between onions and lung health.
"Doctor, I've heard that eating onions cleans the lungs, is that true?" Zhang Ming asked. "Onions do have many health benefits, including a protective effect on the lungs. It contains an ingredient called sulfur compounds, which can help reduce inflammation and fight infections. The doctor explained in detail, and each explanation seemed so professional and popular.
"But if you have a specific lung disease, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, certain ingredients in onions can irritate the airways and cause discomfort." The doctor continued.
This information was new and practical for Zhang Ming, who decided to pay more attention to the relationship between food and health in the future. "Then what else do we need to pay attention to in our daily life about eating onions?" Zhang Ming asked, looking very eager to gain more knowledge.
The doctor smiled and replied, "Of course, there are some tips about eating onions. For example, to reduce irritation, onions can be soaked in water before cooking, or cooked with other irritating ingredients, such as apples or carrots. This preserves its nutrients while reducing the discomfort it may bring. "
This trip to the hospital not only allowed Zhang Ming to gain knowledge about onions and lung health, but also gave him a deeper understanding of how to scientifically use food to promote health.
He decided to share this valuable information with his family when he returned home, and planned to adjust his family's eating habits so that healthy eating would become the new normal for his family.
When discussing the relationship between onions and lung health, we should not stop at the level of traditional understanding, but should delve into how specific components in onions specifically act on lung health. First, the abundance of sulfur compounds in onions, especially sulfur oxides and sulfates, has a potentially positive effect on the prevention and treatment of certain lung diseases.
These compounds are metabolized in the human body to produce a gas called hydrogen sulfide, which has shown anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in recent studies.
Further, hydrogen sulfide not only reduces inflammation in the lungs, but also effectively inhibits free radicals that contribute to lung dysfunction, thereby protecting lung cells from damage. Studies have shown that regular intake of foods rich in sulfur compounds, such as onions, can enhance the lungs' resistance and improve their ability to fight external pollution and viruses.
The quercetin in onions is a powerful antioxidant that can reduce lung inflammation and reduce the risk of developing chronic lung disease. Studies have shown that quercetin reduces damage to lung tissue by inhibiting the production of inflammatory cytokines.
But the effects of onions aren't all positive, especially for people with specific lung problems. For example, for people with asthma, certain ingredients in onions may trigger asthma attacks. Because onions can release a substance called sulfur gas, which can irritate the airways, causing breathing difficulties.
People with asthma should consult their doctor before consuming onions to ensure that they do not cause adverse reactions. Although the anti-inflammatory effects of onions are beneficial for healthy people, the lungs are already fragile, and too much stimulation can exacerbate the inflammatory state of the respiratory tract.
In everyday life, it is recommended for the average person to consume onions in moderation, but attention should be paid to their potential irritation. Onions are best cooked to reduce their potential irritating components. Pairing it with other ingredients such as apples or carrots not only reduces irritation, but also enhances health benefits through their interactions.
In conclusion, onions are indeed an ingredient with high nutritional value and many potential benefits for lung health. However, everyone has a different physique, especially those with specific lung diseases, and should be more cautious when increasing their onion intake.
Through in-depth discussions with doctors and reasonable dietary adjustments, onions can be a healthy addition to our daily diet. When discussing how to maintain lung health, in addition to focusing on beneficial foods, it is important to understand which foods can be harmful to the lungs, especially for people with pre-existing respiratory problems.
First of all, some of our common foods, although delicious, may cause additional burdens on the lungs and even exacerbate the symptoms of certain lung diseases.
A less noticeable fact is that eating foods high in fat, especially those that have been deeply fried, such as fried chicken, chips, etc., can increase oxidative stress in the body, which may lead to an increased inflammatory response in the lung tissues. Trans fatty acids and peroxides produced during the processing of this food can affect the lungs through blood circulation, irritate the airways, increase the risk of asthma attacks, or worsen symptoms in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Excessive salt intake, especially when dealing with respiratory diseases, is also a concern. For those who already have heart or lung disease, reducing salt intake can reduce stress on the heart and lungs, which can help them better manage their condition.
Next, there are processed meat products such as sausages, bacon, bacon, etc. These foods often contain high amounts of preservatives, colorings, and other additives, some of which have been found to irritate the airways and cause or aggravate asthma and other respiratory diseases.
More specific recommendations are to reduce or avoid the consumption of certain fruits and vegetables, especially those that may have a negative impact on lung health due to pesticide residues.
Despite the general health benefits of fruits and vegetables, varieties that rely heavily on chemical pesticides during cultivation, such as non-organic apples, strawberries and grapes, may worsen symptoms in people with sensitive lungs. It's safer to choose organically grown or self-grown fruits and vegetables.
When it comes to dietary modifications, people with poor lung health are advised to avoid these foods that can trigger or aggravate symptoms. At the same time, increase your intake of antioxidant-rich foods such as blueberries, cherries, and green leafy vegetables, which can help reduce inflammation in the lungs and improve respiratory function.
Finally, advocate an overall healthy eating pattern that emphasizes balance and variety in eating, and avoids reliance on a single food or excessive intake of foods that may lead to health problems.
By adjusting the diet scientifically and rationally to strengthen lung health, we can provide practical help and improvement for those groups who need special care.
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Resources
[1]. Guo Cancan. Research Progress on Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) First published on the Internet, West China Medicine, 2024-06-21
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