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Running to prepare for the military
19/m
So im joining the service and lately have been running alot. Idk if its from when i used to smoke but i get alot of mucus in my mouth and im not sure why. It doesnt ususally bother me but it feels like since it got cold that its getting worse. Are there anyways to stop that or will it just gradually stop on its own? Also what are some good foods that have alot of protein in them?
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Sometimes the excess mucus (and thickened mucus) when running is caused by hydration problems. To combat this, you should drink some fresh water an hour or so before your run. Make sure you drink PLENTY. Small sips of water, or a few swishes/spits of water, while you run may also be beneficial for getting clean water directly to the problem areas (mouth/throat) right away.
As you run, the mucus membranes can dry out since so much fluid is being expelled. Make sure you're WELL hydrated. Even when you're tired of having plain water, drink some more ;)
You also could have an allergy that is causing a slight allergic reaction or even a mild asthma problem that has gone unnoticed before. If you keep track of when and where the mucus really starts to act up you may be able to figure out if certain yards, bushes, trees, animals, etc. are causing an issue so that you can avoid those areas or take an over-the-counter anti-allergen before your run.
I also read someplace that it has to do with your toxin build-up within you body. During exercise the body expels a lot of toxins through sweat and saliva. If you have excessive amounts of toxin then your body may be dumping them in your mucus membranes for quick relief while running. In this case, spit it out, of course. There are herbal supplements you can take that help to decrease toxins but you would have to be up for some pretty rough bodily cleanses for those.
See your doctor if the problem prevents you from exercising properly.
Foods high in protein: Beef, turkey, chicken, fish (anchovies, halibut, mackerel, salmon, sardines, tuna), pork, eggs, milk, cottage cheese (cheddar, swiss, muenster), yogurt, cheeses, tofu, soy milk, most beans (black beans, pinto, lentils, garbanzo, kidney, lima, navy, soybeans), peas, peanut butter, almonds, peanuts, cashews, pecans, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, flax, sprouted alfalfa seeds, artichokes, asparagus, avocados, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, corn, cucumber, garlic, endive, mushrooms, mustard greens, dandelion greens, okra, olives, onions, parsley, parsnips, peppers, potatoes, radishes, spinach, squash, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, watermelon, oatmeal, whole wheat pancakes, popcorn, brown rice, rye bread, and whole wheat bread.
In addition to protein consumption, make sure you also take a daily multi-vitamin to make sure you're getting enough of the right vitamins to keep you body happy and healthy.
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You don't mention how long ago you quit smoking (kudos for doing so), but if it wasn't too long ago that could be the reason for the excess mucus. Have you already had your military physical? They'll certainly give you a thorough exam and you'll have a better idea of what might be going on. As far as high protein foods, meats, fish, eggs, seeds, nuts, legumes all have high amounts of protein. The number one?...the almighty egg. Inexpensive, easily portable, and high in other vitamins and minerals, eggs are always an excellent dietary choice. Hope this helps!
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