The 12 foods that take the most care of your lungs

Papaya and its beta-carotenes

Also called provitamin A, this antioxidant substance plays an important role in the immune system and is involved in the formation and maintenance of bones, skin and mucous membranes. Therefore, it protects the epithelial tissues of the lung and promotes the regeneration of damaged and inflamed mucous membranes in many respiratory disorders (asthma, bronchitis, COPD…).

Yellow, orange or red vegetables are a source of beta-carotene, as are green vegetables (spinach, lettuce, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, etc.).