Fruits may protect the lungs from polluted air
Scientists from the University of Leicester found that regular consumption of fruits may help protect the lungs from the negative effects of air pollution. The results of their study, presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, indicate interesting conclusions.
'The authors of the study stated that the high content of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds in fruits may help reduce the harm caused by exposure to fine particles in polluted air,' the report noted.
Increase in Deaths from Cardiovascular Diseases
Over the past three decades, the number of deaths from cardiovascular diseases has increased. According to the American College of Cardiology, the number of deaths from CVD rose by 46% - from 13.1 million cases in 1990 to 19.2 million in recent years.
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By nurturing a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition with fruits, the level of protection for the lungs against the negative effects of polluted air can be increased. On the other hand, the rise in deaths from cardiovascular diseases indicates the need for improvement in the prevention and treatment of these diseases.