A study of over 30,000 Singaporean
adult non-smokers has found a high incidence rate of chronic coughing
stemmed from the secondhand smoke of their childhood In fact,
adult non-smokers who were exposed to secondhand smoke as children
are twice as likely to be afflicted by a chronic cough as an adult.
On the other hand, the study found that individuals who consumed
diminutive amounts of fruits containing fiber were less apt
to experience chronic coughing as a result of tobacco smoke.
The research team was comprised of scientists from the University
of Minnesota, the National University of Singapore and the United
States National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS).
The trial has been named the most significant sized study on
the consequences of environmental tobacco smoke exposure on
childhood. It is the first evaluation to compare dietary intake
with tobacco exposure.
In earlier clinical trials, the findings demonstrated a correlation
between fruit consumption and reduced incidences of chronic
respiratory symptoms. Additionally, there is evidence on how
dietary vitamins such as vitamin C may prevent a child's respiratory
health. The new medical findings show how fiber intake from
vegetables and fruits (7.5 grams of fiber per day) is less affected
by environmental tobacco smoke at a youthful age.
According to a researcher from NIEHS the Dr Stephanie London,
fiber has been found to demonstrate health advantages on the
lungs. It impacts the body by reducing concentrations of blood
glucose, decreases inflammation, and enhances the antioxidant
processes of the body. All of the attributes has been associated
with the protections of the lungs against environmental result.
In essence, foods high in fiber are associated with lowering
the risks of secondhand smoke respiratory ailments.
