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The 7 Best Teas for Clearing Your Lungs

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Black tea

Like green tea, black tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, it’s exposed to air for oxidation, which causes the leaves to turn dark brown, strengthening the flavor. It’s frequently blended with other elements to make teas like English breakfast or Earl Grey.

Similar to green tea, black tea includes caffeine, which may help soothe your airways and modestly enhance lung function. 

Its other potential advantages include a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

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Eucalyptus tea

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Eucalyptus tea is assembled from the leaves of the eucalyptus tree, which is filled with potent antioxidants and plant compounds like eucalyptol.

Notably, eucalyptol may help treat asthma symptoms.

Licorice tea

Licorice tea is made from the root of the licorice plant (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and has a distinctly sweet but slightly bitter flavor.

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