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By: Carlos M Viana, Board Certified Clinical Nu- Some dietary supplements like vitamin C have
tritionist (CCN), Oriental Medicine (OMD) shown to help detox the lungs. Studies suggest
ST.CRUZ — Breathing is essential to life. Breath- people with COPD and other conditions may
ing air into your lungs provides the body with have low levels of Vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 has
necessary oxygen to support muscle move- shown to improve the body’s sensitivity to insu-

ment, food digestion, brain function and more. lin which controls blood sugar, reducing risk of
Exhaling rids the body of the waste gas, carbon insulin resistance. Vitamin D3 may lessen flair
dioxide. ups in chronic lung patients and help the lungs
function better.
For some, this is easier said than done. The Inter-
national Journal of Chronic Obstructive Pulmo- My favorite lung supplement, NAC or N-acetyl-
nary Disease published an article that explains cysteine is can be safely taken to dissolve thick
how mucus secretions commonly found in mucus with problems such as chronic bronchi-
people with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmo- tis, asthma, emphysema, colds and flu. NAC

nary Disease) negatively impacts lung function. liquifies thick mucus from the chest and lungs,
People with COPD, asthma or other breathing allowing you to breathe easier.
problems generally have a lower or compro-
mised immune system and need to be espe- NAC is an antidote for Paracetamol, acetamin-
cially extra diligent following guidelines to stay ophen toxicity. Taking too much Paracetamol
safe and healthy especially in today’s world. (pain killer) can hurt the liver. Symptoms can
include, nausea, vomiting, pale skin, sweating
Exercise helps strengthen lungs. Being physical- and fatigue. NAC will detoxify the body so you
ly active makes the lungs work harder to bring can feel better quickly. CARLOS VIANA, Ph. D. is an Oriental
additional oxygen demanded by the body. This Medical Doctor (O.M.D.) having studied
reinforces muscles, heart and lungs. If you can- Dietary supplements do not have the nega- in Shanghai, China; a Board Cert. Clini-

not breathe deeply, it’s difficult to do aerobics. tive side effects of many pharmaceutical drugs cal Nutritionist (C.C.N.), a fellow mem-
Start with easy yoga deep breathing. SCUBA when broken down in the liver. Instead of pro- ber of the Board Certified Association
divers and singers know and practice deep ducing toxins, NAC breaks down into in the liver. of Addiction Professionals (C.Ad.), the
controlled breathing. Be sure to work on your Glutathione, called “The Mother of All Antioxi- Chairperson of the Latin American Com-
posture to lift ribcage, stay hydrated to loosen dants” prevents and stops cell damage. It pro- mittee of the International Academy of
mucus. Deep belly laughing is also a great lung tects our brain and helps prevent cancer. Take Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT), a
exercise! NAC with food for lung and liver health. Rejuvenating Cell Therapist and special-
izes in Anti-Aging Medicine, has a weekly
Besides sanitation and protection or avoiding Get the Point! All yogis and health guru’s know radio program, writes and lectures exten-
others who may be sick, anyone who is ill or Breath is Life! A healthy diet including eliminat- sively. For information: VIANA NATURAL
‘high risk’ of having difficulty breathing should ing dairy products and adding supplements HEALING CENTER NV, Kibaima 7, Aruba,

eat as fresh, natural and healthy as possible. like vitamin C, D3 and NAC can help clear tight TEL: 585-1270, Web Site: www.vianaheal.
Avoid dairy products. Cow’s milk is a top food lungs. Eliminating or reducing chemical, bac- com. Dr. Viana’s Award Winning BOOK:
for producing mucus in the lungs, sinus and co- terial and viral pollutants whenever possible. Prescriptions from Paradise, Introduction
lon. Other mucus producing and inflammato- Learn about deep breathing exercises, good to Biocompatible Medicine – Available
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