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Teens and Healthy Lungs

Lung problems are often seen in young adults and adolescents. Studies have found that nutrition may play a role! One study involved more than two thousand teenagers. It indicated that teens who didn't eat a lot of fruit and had lower levels of omega-3 fatty acids were more likely to have asthma and respiratory problems. Researchers found that even moderate amounts of omega-3 fatty acids are protective. The omega-3s work by counteracting inflammation in the lungs, while the nutrients in fruits may actually protect the lining of the lungs airways.