Coffee
While most of us know that coffee can give us a much-needed energy boost, few know about the surprising connection between coffee and pneumonia. This beloved beverage may help to protect our lungs from this severe lung infection. Recent studies have shown that coffee intake is associated with a decreased risk of developing pneumonia. For example, one study showed that those who drank at least one cup of coffee per day were 70 percent less likely to develop pneumonia than those who didn’t drink any coffee at all.
Coffee has long been used as a home remedy for various ailments, including colds and flu. In addition, some studies have shown that coffee can help ease pneumonia symptoms by thinning the mucus in the lungs and making it easier to cough up. Coffee contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that help to keep our immune system strong and healthy. This means our bodies can better fight infection and disease, including pneumonia. To use coffee as a treatment for pneumonia, brew a cup of strong coffee and drink it slowly. Pneumonia patients may add a tablespoon of honey to help soothe the throat.
