20 Natural Ways to Cleanse Your Lungs

16. Fenugreek and Dandelion Tea

Fenugreek soothes a sore throat thanks to its anti-inflammatory compounds. It also breaks up mucus. Dandelion, on the other hand, is an expert at detoxifying the lungs, liver, and kidneys.

Here’s how to make dandelion and fenugreek tea:

Ingredients:

• 6 parts mullein leaf
• 1 part fenugreek seeds
• 1 part dandelion root

Instructions:

1. Combine all herbs in a glass jar with a lid and shake to combine.
2. Use measure out 1 tbsp of the herbs and add to. a teapot of 2 cups of boiled water.
3. Steep 10 – 20 minutes.
4. Strain, sweeten, and enjoy.

17. Clove and Lemon Tea

Clove contains eugenol, an analgesic to ease discomfort. More importantly, clove’s complex phytochemical structure has been found to kill lung cancer cells and arrest their proliferation. (22) Lemon, on the other hand, is rich in vitamin C, a powerful anti-viral.

By combining the two, this rich, savory tea reduces throat and lung inflammation and supports your immune system. It’s the best tea for a cold.

Here’s how to make healthy throat tea:

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp green tea of your choice
• 1/2 teaspoon each of cloves, turmeric, and thyme
• 2 teaspoons honey
• Juice of half a lemon

Directions:

1. Place the tea, spices, and herbs into our tea strainer and place in a cup of boiled water.
2. Steep for three to five minutes.
3. Strain, and add the honey and lemon.