Where are the lungs located?
In the chest cavity on either side of the heart, protected by the rib cage and resting on the diaphragm.
What do the lungs do?
- Absorb oxygen into the bloodstream
- Remove carbon dioxide from the body
- Help regulate blood pH
- Filter small clots and particles
- Move air for speech and smell
Key parts of the lungs
Trachea & bronchi
Airways that carry air from the throat into each lung.
Bronchioles
Tiny branching tubes that spread air through the lung.
Alveoli
Microscopic air sacs where oxygen and CO₂ are exchanged.
Diaphragm
The dome-shaped muscle that powers each breath.
How to keep your lungs healthy
- Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke
- Do aerobic exercise to improve lung capacity
- Reduce exposure to air pollution and dust
- Practice slow, deep breathing
- Keep up to date with recommended vaccines
Holistic approach
Holistic Ways to Support Your Lungs
Gentle everyday practices plus three traditional herbs, with honest notes on evidence and safety.
Breathing retraining
Smoke-free environment
Gentle aerobic activity
Indoor air-quality improvements
Herbs & tinctures
At a glance
- Organ: Lungs
- Body system: Respiratory System
- Breaths per day: ~20,000
- Alveoli (air sacs): ~480 million
Did you know?
The left lung is slightly smaller than the right to make room for the heart.
7-Day Lungs Meal Plan
A week of simple meals built around colorful produce and adequate protein, with 21 easy recipes and a grocery list.
Educational note: This page is for general anatomy education and does not provide medical diagnosis or treatment advice. Talk to a healthcare professional about any concerns.
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