Attention, smokers!
Prunes, a fruit often associated only with digestive health, hide a potential that makes them a real defense mechanism for the body. The Tua Saúde portal is rediscovering their value as a cell protector and detoxifying agent. This superfood offers essential protection for two vital systems that are particularly vulnerable to modern life: the lungs and the body’s cleansing system.
The main threat to lung health, especially in people exposed to tobacco smoke or environmental pollution, is oxidative stress. This process is caused by an excess of free radicals, unstable molecules that attack and damage lung cells. Sustained cell damage is what, over time, leads to chronic and degenerative diseases.
This is where the polyphenols present in dried plums come into play, helping to reduce the risk of pulmonary emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and lung cancer.
Furthermore, in a world exposed to pollutants, the body’s ability to get rid of toxic elements is more important than ever. Prunes play a key role in this process thanks to their high pectin content, a soluble fiber that helps remove toxic heavy metals, such as lead and mercury, from the body.
