your stomach muscles to push up trapped secretions from the lungs.
Elevate Your Head: Prop yourself up with extra pillows while sleeping to keep mucus from pooling at the back of your throat.
Avoid Triggers: Limit dairy, processed foods, caffeine, alcohol, and exposure to smoke or strong chemical odors, which can thicken or increase mucus production.
Note: Consult a doctor if your phlegm is green, yellow, dark, or bloody, or if you experience high fever, chest pain, or shortness of breath.
