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Natural Care for Healthy Lungs: Protection and Purification

by Bianca AW, posted in Blog English

The Importance of Oxygen and Breathing

To live, humans need oxygen. Oxygen is supplied in the lungs, where it binds to hemoglobin, a protein found in red blood cells. Through blood circulation, oxygen is then distributed to all the body’s cells, enabling muscle movement and vital functions such as walking and breathing.

The lungs also perform another essential function: they eliminate carbon dioxide, a waste product of cellular metabolism. With each breath, the pulmonary alveoli absorb oxygen present in the air and release excess carbon dioxide.

As vital organs, the lungs deserve attention and care. It’s important to keep them free from toxins, mucus, and harmful substances, especially if exposed to smoke or pollution.

The Intestine and Lung Health

Often, we don’t consider that lung health is closely linked to intestinal health. A clean intestine helps the body eliminate toxins and waste substances, also facilitating lung cleansing. For this reason, a balanced diet and, when necessary, the use of enemas with warm water and olive or sunflower oil can support the detoxification process.

A simple gesture that aids purification is drinking warm water in the morning and throughout the day: it helps dissolve toxins, stimulates organ functionality, and promotes mucus elimination.

Foods to Avoid

Some foods can hinder lung detoxification:

• Dairy products and sugars: Dairy products are slowly assimilated and can promote mucus production. Sugars, on the other hand, increase inflammation and hinder the purification process.

• Refined flours: They promote mucus production and can interfere with respiratory health.

Foods That Purify and Support the Lungs

Garlic: The Natural Remedy Par Excellence

Garlic is one of the best allies for lung health. It contains allicin, a sulfur compound with potent antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s also rich in vitamins C and B, proteins, and minerals such as iron, calcium, copper, and potassium.

Raw garlic is particularly effective, as cooking destroys allicin. It can be consumed by ingesting 2 crushed raw cloves inside a bit of bread crumb or by adding it to meals. The recommended dose is about 4 grams per day.

After consuming garlic, there may be an increase in mucus production: this is a positive sign, indicating that the cleaning process is underway.

Garlic and Thyme: A Detox Remedy

Thyme contains thymol, a powerful natural antiseptic for the respiratory tract. An effective remedy is to prepare a paste of garlic and thyme macerated in olive oil:

Ingredients:

• 10 garlic cloves

• 3 sprigs of fresh thyme

• Extra virgin olive oil

Preparation:

1. Crush the garlic in a mortar until obtaining a paste.

2. Add the thyme leaves and mix.

3. Transfer to a container and cover with olive oil.

4. Let it macerate overnight.

How to take it:

Take a tablespoon of this preparation in the morning on an empty stomach for two weeks. Improvements in breathing and general well-being will be noticed.

Syrup of Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, and Onion

This remedy is particularly useful for those who have quit smoking, as it helps eliminate toxins accumulated in the lungs.

Ingredients:

• 1 kg of onions

• 2 teaspoons of turmeric + a drizzle of almond oil (helps the absorption of curcumin)

• 3 cm of fresh ginger root

• 1 liter of water

• 400 g of brown sugar (or 2-3 tablespoons of honey)

• 6 garlic cloves

Preparation:

1. Boil the water with the sugar (if using honey, add it at the end).

2. Add chopped onion, grated ginger, turmeric, almond oil, and crushed garlic.

3. Cook over low heat until the liquid is reduced by half.

4. Strain and store in glass.

How to take it:

• 2 tablespoons in the morning on an empty stomach and 2 tablespoons in the afternoon or after dinner, for two weeks.

• It can be diluted with warm water.

Other Lung-Friendly Foods

• Carrots: Rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C, they improve respiratory function.

• Fish and nuts: Sources of Omega-3 and vitamin D, they reduce lung inflammation.

• Cabbage: Helps eliminate toxins and contains powerful antioxidants.

• Berries: Rich in anthocyanins and resveratrol, they protect against oxidative damage.

• Lemon, grapefruit, kiwi, lychee, parsley, and broccoli: Rich in vitamin C, essential for iron absorption and improving oxygen transport in the blood.

Herbs and Essential Oils for Lung Health

• Thyme: Natural antiseptic for the respiratory tract.

• Eucalyptus: Expectorant and decongestant.

• Peppermint: Relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchi, facilitating breathing.

• Oregano: Decongestant and antihistamine.

• Licorice: Soothing and anti-inflammatory.

These herbs can be used in infusions, steam inhalations, or as essential oils.

Other measures for healthy lungs

• Physical exercise: Regular aerobic activity, such as brisk walking, improves lung capacity without stressing joints and the spine.

• Warm baths with Epsom salts: They promote the elimination of toxins through the skin.

• Mindful breathing: Deep breathing techniques help improve lung function and tissue oxygenation.

Lungs and emotional well-being

According to traditional Chinese medicine, the lungs are linked to sadness and worries. Taking care of their health can also lead to profound emotional rebalancing.

If you’re interested in learning more about nutrition, lifestyle and managing emotions to improve lung health, we can discuss it further…

Happy breathing, safe journey!

The Myth of Immobility: “This Is Just How I Am”

by Bianca AW, posted in Blog English

How many times have we told ourselves or heard someone say, “This is just how I am”? How often have we met someone who declares, “I can’t help it, that’s just the way I’m made”?

This belief is a comfortable illusion we tell ourselves, often without even realizing it. But science tells us something entirely different, something we should remember!

We are constantly changing, and the only thing fixed in us is our obstinacy!

We Are NOT “Just Like That”—We Are in Constant Change

Every day, around 50–70 billion cells in our body die! These cells are REPLACED by a similar number of NEW cells through a process of cellular regeneration.

This change occurs so deeply and continuously that it’s INCREDIBLE to think anyone could believe in the idea of “This is just how I am.” Perhaps you didn’t know this before or hadn’t thought about it—BUT now you do, and you could take a moment to reflect!

Here are some examples of the main cells in our body that regenerate daily:

1. Skin cells: The skin regenerates every 28 days, producing new cells to replace the old ones. Every month, your skin is practically brand new!

2. Red blood cells: Every day, our body produces millions of new red blood cells, which have an average lifespan of about 120 days.

3. Intestinal cells: The cells lining the intestines renew themselves every 2–3 days, allowing our digestive system to adapt and improve.

4. Brain cells: While the brain regenerates more slowly, new connections and nerve cells are continually formed, even in adulthood.

If our body regenerates EVERY SINGLE DAY, why should we think our mind, emotions, and habits can’t evolve? If we can change biologically, we can certainly work on our psyche and emotions—at any age and step by step!

Breaking the Myth of Immobility

When we say, “This is just how I am,” we’re really just hiding in a comfort zone that prevents us from growing. It’s a safe space, but over time it becomes harmful—to ourselves and our relationships—because it LIMITS us and makes us believe change is impossible. Science tells us that change is in our nature; every day, we are biologically new, and we can become emotionally and psychologically new as well!

Let’s debunk this myth and adopt a new way of expressing ourselves! We can do this through awareness, self-study, working with therapists, learning effective psychological techniques, and adopting new behaviors.

Awareness and the Courage to Evolve

The key to everything is awareness. If we realize that our body and mind can change, we can embark on a path of evolution. But to do so, we also need the courage to step out of our comfort zone and seek change. Instead of saying, “This is just how I am,” we should say, “I can evolve and become what I desire.” Growth is possible—you just need to want it.

Creating New Habits

The mind and body respond to what we do every day. To change, it’s helpful to create new habits. Just to give simple examples:

• If we want to lose weight, we need to exercise regularly, pushing beyond our limits and comfort zone.

• If we want to stop eating sweets, we should replace that craving with healthier choices and avoid buying sweets in the first place.

• If we want to read more instead of looking at screens in the bathroom, we should start by leaving our phone outside and placing a good book next to the toilet paper.

Creating new habits is a fundamental step toward change!

The Importance of Optimism

Optimism is key to overcoming difficulties. Instead of focusing on the negative, we need to train ourselves to see possibilities. Every challenge can be approached with a positive mindset: “I don’t know how to do this now, but I can find a way.” Looking to the future with hope and confidence helps us take the first step toward change.

The truth is, there are no excuses. Every day, we have the ability to renew ourselves and become who we want to be. It’s never too late. Our cells teach us that change is possible, and we can become better, stronger, and happier—every single day. Let’s not be fooled into thinking that “This is just how I am” is an unchangeable destiny. True strength lies in wanting to become something new—and most importantly, in believing it.

The question isn’t “Can I change?” but rather “What do I want to become tomorrow?”

Why not start right now?

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Let me guide you on a journey through science and well-being: beyond the boundaries of traditional health!

by Bianca AW, posted in Blog English

Welcome to this space, a place of exploration and discovery where science, yoga, complementary medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle come together to offer you concrete tools for well-being.

Health is not just the absence of disease but a dynamic balance between body, mind, and emotions. In this blog, I want to take you on a journey to discover how we can actively take care of ourselves, integrating scientific knowledge with complementary approaches.

We will talk about:

✅ Health in Scientific Naturopathy

✅ Nutrition as a tool for prevention and healing

✅ Complementary therapies that can integrate traditional medicine

✅ Lifestyles that promote long-term health

✅ The role of yoga and yoga therapy in physical and mental well-being

This space is not an alternative to traditional medicine but a place to explore everything that can complement it, expanding our understanding of what it truly means to be well.

Let me guide you on this journey, much like Virgil in Dante’s Divine Comedy, through the different dimensions of health: the challenges to face, the obstacles to overcome, and, finally, the possibility of achieving a new balance and well-being.

If you are curious to discover new perspectives on health and well-being, you are in the right place.

Follow me on this path! Let’s explore together!