Eating fruit may reduce the effects of air pollution on lung function, according to research presented at the European Respiratory Society Congress in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. She explains: “Over 90% of the global population is exposed to air pollution levels that exceed WHO guidelines, and ample research shows that exposure to higher air pollution levels is associated with reduced lung function. “Separately, a healthy diet - particularly one high in fruits and vegetables - has been linked to better lung function. Kaewsri explains: “Our study confirmed that a healthy diet is linked to better lung function in both men and women regardless of air pollution exposure. “This difference in dietary patterns may help explain why the potential protective effect of fruit against air pollution was only observed in women,” she adds.