Air pollution: 9 breathing exercises to practise at home for healthy lungs

Delhi continues to breathe toxic air with an AQI standing at 422 on Wednesday. To prevent lung infections amid air pollution, check 9 breathing exercises that can help

It is also called the ¡®Diaphragmatic breathing¡¯ exercise, which engages the diaphragm to strengthen the lungs. It can help COPD patients and may increase lung capacity.?

Pursed lip breathing exercise improves the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide and boosts lung capacity.?

Performing deep breathing lung exercises prevents air from getting trapped in the lungs and improves lung function.

The Buteyko breathing exercise is specially designed for asthmatic patients. This breathing technique aims to control the speed and volume of the breath.

Roll breathing lung exercise helps to boost lung function and also focuses on the rhythm of breathing.?

Humming exercise increases the levels of nitric oxide, which helps the brain rebuild its connections and widens blood vessels, allowing oxygen to reach other parts of the body.?

ACBT is a breathing exercise that helps to minimise chest congestion and may help you breathe better.?

Huffing is a breathing exercise that helps move mucus out of the lungs and strengthens lung function.?

Box breathing exercise involves breathing in and out, and holding the breath. It also offers relaxation to the body.?

This is generic information. Please consult an expert before following these.?