9 Ways to Keep Your Airways Clear and Lungs Clean

If sputum is not cleared from the lungs, it can cause ongoing inflammation, which can lead to further lung damage and a further deterioration in lung function. You must keep your lungs as clear as possible to maintain lung health. Here are some tips!

By The HealthCentral Editorial Team

Drink water

Drink water

It's important to drink two quarts of water a day to help clear mucus. But first check with your doctor to make sure that works with the rest of your treatment plan.

By The HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 10/12/2012, First Published: 10/03/2011