Home remedies for asthma are probably not used as much as they should be.
Asthma
is a condition that makes breathing difficult. It's caused when airways
narrow, swell and produce extra mucus. It's hard to breathe and it
triggers coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. Home remedies for
asthma should be discovered and used diligently.
Asthma is a chronic condition that affects 20 million Americans, and includes almost 1 in 10 children.
During
an asthma attack, the airways in the lung's (bronchioles) become
inflamed. When this happens, they contract and become lined with
excessive amounts of mucous. This then restricts the airflow, making it
very difficult to breathe. There are several home remedies for asthma
that can be implemented to help relieve this mucous buildup.
For
some people, asthma is not a major problem, but for others, it's a very
serious and scary issue that interferes with daily living and could lead
to a life threatening asthma attack.
Most doctors believe that
asthma can't be cured, but its symptoms can be controlled. I believe
home remedies for asthma are the best answer in strengthening not only
your lungs, but also your total immune system.
These attacks are
triggered by pollution or some environmental irritant like change in air
temperature or humidity, stress, allergies, cigarette smoke, cleaning
agents, or other toxins.
Your bodies first line of defense is your
immune system. Specialized cells and organs help your body recognize
and respond to foreign invaders. Your immune system even has its own
circulatory system, called the lymphatic system, to help "filter" out
these attackers.
If your immune system can't do its job, the
problems that follow can be serious. A weakened immune system is
evidenced by allergies and asthma.
When an immune system gets so
weakened, that the normal germs, bacteria, viruses, etc. that we're all
exposed to can tear our health down, we are at serious risk.
Chronic
asthma can be a frightening condition which often requires vigilance to
prevent and minimize the occurrence of acute attacks. The standard
conventional Western medicine usually only treats symptoms. I always
prefer homeopathic or naturalistic treatment.
While many asthma
attacks are relatively mild and can be treated at home, some can be
quite severe and may even require hospitalization.
A doctor can do a physical examination and non-invasive lung functioning test to determine if you or your child has asthma.
Your
physician may also examine the skin and ask if there is a history of
hives, eczema or skin-related allergies, since there is a common link
between skin reactions and chronic asthma. If a diagnosis is confirmed,
it is important to discuss different treatment options with your doctor
and explore home remedies for asthma, rather than just accepting the
doctors prescribed drugs.
Remember, there are always side effects with pharmaceuticals.
It
is so critical to have strong and healthy immune system. Strengthening
the immune system should negate the need for taking antibiotics and help
avoid unnecessary medications.
Natural remedies have been used
for thousands of years to help promote a healthy immune system, so that
the body works at its best ability to ward off disease and infection.
Herbs
like Echinacea purpurea, Astragalus membranaceous, Inula helenium, and
Withania somnifera are known to be effective for their antiviral, anti
fungal and antibacterial properties, as well as their excellent ability
to strengthen the immune system.
These herbs work as a tonic for
the immune system and are recommended to help prevent and aid recovery
from illness or infection.
Home Remedies For Asthma Foods
Magnesium
has been shown to improve asthma sufferers' ability to breathe. Foods
containing magnesium include whole grains, green leafy vegetables,
almonds, cashews, peanuts, beet greens, spinach, wheat bran, Brazil
nuts, soybean flour, pumpkin and squash seeds, bran cereals, bananas,
chocolate and agar seaweed.
Spices containing magnesium include basil, celery seed, sage, coriander, cumin seed, tarragon and marjoram.
Asthma
sufferers tend to have low levels of selenium in their bodies. Selenium
combines with proteins in the body to form selenoproteins, or
antioxidant enzymes, that play a huge role in the immune system.
Fresh vitamin C rich fruits given to children with asthma was shown to be effective in reducing asthmatic wheezing.
Part
of a healthy diet should include, fruits rich in vitamin C, including
papayas, strawberries, cantaloupe, grapefruit, tangerines, mangoes and
guavas.
Broccoli, cabbage greens, bell peppers, potatoes with skin
and raw spinach are also some vegetables that contain high amounts of
vitamin C.
Apples, parsley, onions, tea, red wine, dark berries,
cherries, citrus fruits, and olive oil contain quercetin, an antioxidant
and flavonoid.
Quercetin is anti-inflammatory and acts as an
antihistamine in the body, inhibiting cells from releasing histamines.
There is no scientific evidence as yet that quercetin can help reduce
symptoms of asthma, but it's being studied as a treatment for asthma.
Showing posts with label Asthma Symptoms. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Asthma Symptoms. Show all posts
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Lemons For Asthma Attacks and Other Illnesses
8:03:00 AM
Most people shy away from lemons because they are sour. Or, they
make lemon juice and then kill their beneficial effects by adding sugar.
Well, here is what your are missing if you don't drink fresh natural
lemon aid every morning.
For asthma, lemon juice is great because it,
* It is antiseptic - kills germs that hide in your mucus
* It destroys bad bacteria that lives in your mouth, stomach, and intestines
* It helps to dissolve mucus so when you have a cold or cough you recover quicker. The combination of 8 oz of water and lemon greatly cuts into your thick mucus that builds up in your bronchial tubes.
* Helps to cleanse your blood and clean blood makes your lung tissue healthier
Lemons are high in vitamin C and potassium. They also contain plenty of fiber and phytochemcials, which contain antioxidants many of which have not been studied.
Use only lemons that are yellow and don't have any signs of green. You can store lemons in a plastic bag in the refrigerator and they will last for up to 5-6 days. To use these lemons bring them out and let them come to room temperature.
If you have a lot of lemons, you can squeeze the juice and freeze them in ice trays for later use.
If you have acid reflux or ulcers use lemons with caution and use your common sense to decide how much juice to drink. With acid reflux or ulcers use DGL or Mastic gum to clear the H..pyloric bacteria.
Lemons also tend to thin the blood so if you are on drugs that thin the blood, avoid using a lot of lemon juice.
When you have asthma, you can use 3-4 lemons daily. You can use up to ten lemons per day without much problem when you are trying to resolve a health issue. What you can do for asthma is make a thermos drink where you squeeze 4-5 lemons into 32 oz or less of distilled water and drink this juice all day long. Just remember to rinse out your mouth with fresh water after you drink the lemon juice.
For asthma, lemon juice is great because it,
* It is antiseptic - kills germs that hide in your mucus
* It destroys bad bacteria that lives in your mouth, stomach, and intestines
* It helps to dissolve mucus so when you have a cold or cough you recover quicker. The combination of 8 oz of water and lemon greatly cuts into your thick mucus that builds up in your bronchial tubes.
* Helps to cleanse your blood and clean blood makes your lung tissue healthier
Lemons are high in vitamin C and potassium. They also contain plenty of fiber and phytochemcials, which contain antioxidants many of which have not been studied.
Use only lemons that are yellow and don't have any signs of green. You can store lemons in a plastic bag in the refrigerator and they will last for up to 5-6 days. To use these lemons bring them out and let them come to room temperature.
If you have a lot of lemons, you can squeeze the juice and freeze them in ice trays for later use.
If you have acid reflux or ulcers use lemons with caution and use your common sense to decide how much juice to drink. With acid reflux or ulcers use DGL or Mastic gum to clear the H..pyloric bacteria.
Lemons also tend to thin the blood so if you are on drugs that thin the blood, avoid using a lot of lemon juice.
When you have asthma, you can use 3-4 lemons daily. You can use up to ten lemons per day without much problem when you are trying to resolve a health issue. What you can do for asthma is make a thermos drink where you squeeze 4-5 lemons into 32 oz or less of distilled water and drink this juice all day long. Just remember to rinse out your mouth with fresh water after you drink the lemon juice.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Seasonal Asthma Symptoms
11:19:00 PM
Seasonal asthma refers to the condition which is characterized by
the inflammation and constriction of the airways that is caused in the
presence of airborne allergies, for example such as pollen in spring
season. This type of asthma tends to show up in a seasonal cycle as a
response to increasing levels of a number of airborne allergens as
seasons keep changing.
However, the severity of the symptoms of seasonal asthma is variable. The normal asthma already takes a toll on people with its tricky nature that dealing with allergies due to seasonal changes simply acts like the last straw. Generally, allergies are an overreaction to normal substances that doesn't trouble most people. Our immune system has a strong effect on how a person handles one's indoor and outdoor activities. In case of being over-sensitive to certain allergens, the immune system can build up a swelling in the lungs and shut out the air that one needs to breathe in.
So, when an asthmatic patient has allergies, one can experience more frequent attacks in spring and fall seasons. This can make the symptoms of the already active asthma go out of control. Depending on one's immunity strength, it can be subtle or life-threatening. So, better late than never; one should keep tabs upon the early signs so that they can be treated well in time.
Here are some common symptoms of seasonal asthmathat are frequently seen. These are the classic symptoms that basically characterize this special respiratory disorder. They are:
1. Frequent coughing
2. Increased mucus production
3. Feeling of chest tightness
4. Shortness of breath
5. Rapid breathing
If the patient suffers from some kind of allergy, the symptoms such as watery, red eyes, sneezing and runny nose can also be seen. It is recommended that if at all the situation goes out of hand, one must seek medical help. With the doctor's help, one can regularly follow the prescribed medication or even refer to a known allergist that can help the patient to figure out one's asthma triggers.
What is both funny and morbid about these symptoms of seasonal asthma is that they can get aggravate even before the patient realizes it. One may feel that their situation is way under control, but the patient may never know when they turn the tables. So, it's advised that whenever one finds it difficult to breathe properly, they should stop all their work and rush to visit their doctor.
Here are some signs one should watch out for when calling their doctor:
1. Persistence of shortness of breath even after following medication
2. Change in the skin color of the patient
3. Chest pain
4. Difficulty in breathing that disturbs the task at hand
Therefore, it's essential for one to keep self-monitoring oneself so that the symptoms of seasonal asthma can be controlled well in time. With changes in the seasons, one should get more alert and prepared to face the allergies with precautions.
However, the severity of the symptoms of seasonal asthma is variable. The normal asthma already takes a toll on people with its tricky nature that dealing with allergies due to seasonal changes simply acts like the last straw. Generally, allergies are an overreaction to normal substances that doesn't trouble most people. Our immune system has a strong effect on how a person handles one's indoor and outdoor activities. In case of being over-sensitive to certain allergens, the immune system can build up a swelling in the lungs and shut out the air that one needs to breathe in.
So, when an asthmatic patient has allergies, one can experience more frequent attacks in spring and fall seasons. This can make the symptoms of the already active asthma go out of control. Depending on one's immunity strength, it can be subtle or life-threatening. So, better late than never; one should keep tabs upon the early signs so that they can be treated well in time.
Here are some common symptoms of seasonal asthmathat are frequently seen. These are the classic symptoms that basically characterize this special respiratory disorder. They are:
1. Frequent coughing
2. Increased mucus production
3. Feeling of chest tightness
4. Shortness of breath
5. Rapid breathing
If the patient suffers from some kind of allergy, the symptoms such as watery, red eyes, sneezing and runny nose can also be seen. It is recommended that if at all the situation goes out of hand, one must seek medical help. With the doctor's help, one can regularly follow the prescribed medication or even refer to a known allergist that can help the patient to figure out one's asthma triggers.
What is both funny and morbid about these symptoms of seasonal asthma is that they can get aggravate even before the patient realizes it. One may feel that their situation is way under control, but the patient may never know when they turn the tables. So, it's advised that whenever one finds it difficult to breathe properly, they should stop all their work and rush to visit their doctor.
Here are some signs one should watch out for when calling their doctor:
1. Persistence of shortness of breath even after following medication
2. Change in the skin color of the patient
3. Chest pain
4. Difficulty in breathing that disturbs the task at hand
Therefore, it's essential for one to keep self-monitoring oneself so that the symptoms of seasonal asthma can be controlled well in time. With changes in the seasons, one should get more alert and prepared to face the allergies with precautions.
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