PROBIOTICS BACTERIA FAMILY
KEFIR
KOMBUCHA
LACTOBACILLUS
LACTOCOCCUS
BIFIDOBACTERIUM
KEFIR
MISO SOUP
RAW
GHEESE
NATTO
APPLE GIDER PICKLES
VINEGAR
yogurt
YOGURT
KVAS
KIMCHI
SAVERKRAUT
So how do you increase microbial diversity? One way is
to vary what you eat. Choose fiber-rich plant-based foods,
limit processed food, and skip sugar-ridden junk. Include
healthy fats and lean meat or fish.
An additional way is to supplement with a high-
quality probiotic formula. It's not just the potency, but
also the diversity that matters for both immunity and lung
support.
Look for a formula with 100 billion live probiotic cultures
in every capsule. Your probiotic supplement should also
contain up to a total of 100 strains, such as Lacto and
Bifido bacteria to more closely mirror the diversity of your
gut. Although this may seem high, this is the potency and
diversity you want in this critical time.
easier for your body to expel air. It also helps improve
circulation to the lungs and reduces inflammation.
• Mullein is well known for lung support and can be
bought as a tea. The tea is often formulated with other
respiratory and anti-inflammatory herbs combined to
provide bronchial ease.
• A squeeze of lemon, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and/or a
small amount of local or Manuka honey can make any
tea even more immune-supportive and enjoyable.
• Make the time to practice deep breathing and exercise
daily. Exercise and deep belly breathing both increase your
lung capacity and heat up your core, making you stronger
and much more resistant to infection of any type! O
More ways to boost lung health
Brenda Watson, CNC. For more than 25 years,
she has been helping people achieve vibrant
health through improved digestion. As an author
of seven books, a New York Times bestseller, and
the creator of five PBS shows on digestive health,
Watson continues the crusade of teaching how the gut is the
A few simple, easy ways to support your lungs and your
overall health.
• First thing in the morning, make a simple drink of hot
water and lemon. Not only is this supportive of your
lungs, but it's also great for your liver.
foundation of health.
• Drink warm liquids throughout the day. This increases
your core temperature and supports immunity and
lung function.
SELECTED SOURCES "Aspects of gut microbiota and immune system
interactions in infectious diseases, immunopathology, and cancer"
by V. Lazar et al., Frontiers in Immunology, 8/15/18. "Gut microbiome
regulates the intestinal immune system," Brown University, 12/18/18
• "Probiotics in the management of lung diseases" by E. Mortaz et al.,
Mediators of Inflammation, 2013
Try a tea bag of ginger along with green tea for a relaxing
warm drink. Ginger helps break down mucus, making it
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