Although some things in life are given, they are very essential too– eating, sleeping, keeping the body hydrated, fitness, yoga, and entertainment. But quite often many of us find trouble (or are already facing problem) in breathing outside air.
Do you have a feeling of suffocation or congestion in breathing?
Chances are it could be Asthma.
In this article, we are going to tell you what is asthma, causes, symptoms, types and home remedies.
W>What is Asthma?
p>It is an inflammatory disease which affects the air passages that carry air from the nasal area and mouth to lungs (and vice versa). Since asthma patients face difficulty breathing in outside air, they experience suffocation.C>Causes
p>There can be many causes for it (both external and internal):- Smoking tobacco
- Allergies (due to dust mites, air pollens, household chemicals, fungal or mould infection, pet hair etc.)
- External factors like air pollution
- Obesity, meaning weight gain
- Infection of lungs since childhood
- Premature birth
- Some types of foods like eggs, fish, soy, peanuts
- Genetics
- Stress, depression and tension
S>Symptoms
p>Most of us, knowingly or unknowingly, might have experienced asthmatic symptoms. Yay or Nay?- Shortness of breath
- Breathlessness (particularly at the time of the attack)
- Wheezing or a hissing sound (while breathing out)
- Chest congestion
- Feeling tired upon doing any kind of physical activity
- Cold and cough which are frequent
- Running nose
- Constant Sneezing
- Migraine or Sinus
T>Types Of Asthma
p>Here are some types of asthma, check it out below:A>Adult-Onset Asthma
/div>A>Allergic Asthma
/div>A>Asthma-COPD Overlap
/div>E>Exercise-Induced Bronchoconstriction (EIB)
/div>N>Nonallergic Asthma
/div>O>Occupational Asthma
/div>H>Home Remedies for Asthma
p>Worry not. Asthma can be effectively tackled through home remedies. Please read on to find how.1>1. Clove
p>What you need: 5 to 6 cloves, Half glass water, a spoon of honeyHow to do:
- Boil cloves in water.
- Add honey
How it works: Cloves are not just good for toothache. They make an excellent remedy in curing asthma in the comfort of home.
How frequent to use: Follow this remedy twice a day.
2. G>2. Ginger
strong>What you need: Ginger, pomegranate and honey (in equal quantities)How to do:
- Make a juice by mixing equal measure of ginger, pomegranate and honey
- Then drink it
How it works: Ginger is that natural remedy which not only comes to help for various types of ailments. It also cures asthma.
How frequent to use: Consume ginger 2 to 3 times a day for effective results
Tip: There is another way of taking ginger – mix 1 tbsp ginger juice with 1 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp dried fenugreek seeds. Leave it overnight. And then take it every morning for your lung detoxification.
3. Mustard>3. Mustard Oil
>What you need: Mustard oil and CamphorHow to do:
- Take some amount of mustard oil.
- Mix camphor in it
- Now massage it all over your chest for relief from asthma
How it works: Mustard oil is very effective as massage oil. It gets deep down the skin and brings relief – whether it is joint pain or asthma.
How frequent to use: Do it once a day or at night before going to sleep.
Tip: Warm the mustard oil before application so that your chest benefits from it.
4. Figs
>4. Figsyou need: Dried figs, water
How to do:
- Soak some dried figs in water
- Leave them overnight
- Next morning, eat them but on an empty stomach
How it works: Figs have expectorant properties which help in draining out the phlegm trapped in the respiratory tract that causes wheezing and asthma cough.
How frequent to use: Try this remedy for a week to 10 days for results to show up
Tip: You can also take fig water to get relief from asthma
5. Black Tea/ Coffee5. Black Tea/ Coffee
ed: Black tea or coffeeHow to do:
- All you need to do is drink black tea or coffee (depending on your preference)
How it works: Caffeine in Coffee clears the affected air passage, enabling the air to enter and exit easily.
How frequent to use: Drink 3 cups of either of them (whichever you chose)
6. Eucalyptus Oil
6. Eucalyptus Oil Eucalyptus essential oil, and boiling water
How to do:
- Put a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil in a cup of boiling water.
- Inhale the steam
How it works: Eucalyptus oil is of great benefit in treating asthma. It opens up the nasal and air passages, helping the air to pass through easily.
7. Honey
Wh>7. Honeystrong> 1 tsp honey and hot water
How to do:
- Mix 1 tsp of honey in hot water
- Drink it
How it works: Honey reduces the inflammation in the lungs airways and helps break up the mucus which otherwise makes it hard for you to breathe.
How frequent to use: Drink the honey-and-hot-water remedy 2 to 3 times a day
Tip: You can also inhale the aroma of honey
8. Onions
What>8. Onionsong> Just onions
How to do: You an asthma patient? Then include more onions in your diet – in salad (raw form) or cooked in vegetables.
How it works: Onions have anti-inflammatory properties, which makes them helpful in clearing the air passage.
9. Fruits and Lemons
How it works: Fruits in the form of strawberries, blueberries, papaya, and oranges have been beneficial to people down with asthma. Lemons are rich in vitamin C. So they should be consumed with water and sugar once a day (minimum) to get relief from asthma.
10. Fishes
What you n>10. Fisheslmon fish, Tuna Fish or Sardines
How to do: Include these fish varieties in your meals. If you can’t have them in cooked form, then take fish oils instead.
How it works: Fishes (mentioned above) are effective in treating asthma. They enhance asthma-fighting properties and treat it quickly.
11. Gooseberries (Amla)
W>11. Gooseberries (Amla)ruit
How to do:
- Crush 3 gooseberries (or amla)
- Add honey to them and eat.
How it works: Indian gooseberry (or Amla) is a good Ayurvedic remedy for asthma, cough and chronic respiratory diseases.
12. Soup
What you need:12. Soup of drumstick leaves, 3/4 cup water, salt and pepper (both optional), lime juice – 1/2 to 1 tsp (optional)
How to do:
- To water, add drumstick leaves
- Boil it for 5 minutes, then cool it down
- Add salt, pepper, and/or lime juice to the soup for added taste
How it works: For asthma cure, the leaves of the drumstick tree are quite beneficial for soup preparation.
How frequent to use: Once a day
13. Bitter Gourd
What you need>13. Bitter Gourd of the root of bitter gourd, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp juice of tulsi leaves
How to do:
- Grind the bitter gourd root to get the paste
- Take 1 tsp of the paste and add honey to it
- Crush the basil leaves also to get its juice
- Mix the bitter gourd paste with honey or basil leaves juice
How it works: Bitter flavours can effectively treat obstructive diseases of the airway like asthma
How frequent to use: Every night before going to bed
14. Herbal Tea
What you need:14. Herbal Teacrushed ginger and a dash of lime juice
How it works: Sip the herbal tea 2-3 times a day for airway decongestion.
Tip: Herbal tea made from licorice root is also an effective option for treating asthma.
15. Fennel Seeds
What you need:15. Fennel Seedsraw or roasted fennel seeds
How to do: Finish each meal by taking fennel seeds
How it works: Fennel seeds when taken regularly detoxify and decongest the lungs
How frequent to use: 2 to 3 times a day
Tip: As an option, you can also add 1 tsp fennel seeds to your regular tea.
16. Warm Milk
What you need:>16. Warm Milklk, olive oil and honey (in equal qty.)
How to do:
- To a glass of warm milk, add olive oil and honey
- Drink this milk (along with few garlic cloves) before having breakfast
How it works: Milk when taken warm helps decongest the airways in lungs.
17. Lemons
What you need: (Fr>17. Lemons3 tbsp Lemon juice, and 1 ½ tbsp water
How to do: Before your bed tea, take lemon juice and water (in the mentioned qty.)
How it works: Lemon helps get phlegm out of your airways. This makes it a natural expectorant for asthma-related cough.
How frequent to use: To be taken before bedtime every day.
18. Carom Seeds
What you need: Car>18. Carom Seedser
How to do: Carom seeds taken with warm water give you instant relief from cold. This way, it also helps in expelling cough and mucus from the body.
How it works: Also known as “Ajwain”, Carom seeds are useful for treating bronchitis and asthma.
How frequent to use: Take carom seeds with jaggery twice a day.
19. Chilli peppers
What you need: Chili pe>19. Chilli peppersseradish/hot mustard/wasabi)
How to do: Include chili peppers in your meals
How it works: Those who consume chili peppers are less likely to have asthma attacks in severe form.
20. Orange juice
What you need: Oranges (for >20. Orange juice
How it works: Orange juice is rich in Vit. C which relieves you of wheezing symptom in asthma
How frequent to use: 2 to 3 glasses of orange juice a day
Tip: Optionally, you can also have other fruits rich in Vit. C (example- papaya, blueberries, strawberries)
21. Salmon
What you need: Salmon fish
Tip: Other varieties of fish you can include (in addition to salmon) are mackerel, tuna and other cold-water fish.
22. Peppermint extract
What you need: 6-8 mint leave>22. Peppermint extract Ginger – 1 inch piece, 4 to 5 peppercorns, 1 tsp honey, Water – 2 cups
How to do:
- Crush peppermint and basil leaves and also boil water
- Transfer the crushed leaves in boiling water
- Let it boil till the leaves turn into a dark brown
- Now add ginger to the tea and crushed peppercorns
- Turn off the flame
- Strain the tea and add honey to it
- Put the cup of steaming mint tea beneath your nose
- Inhale it for some time
How it works: Peppermint has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, plus soothing functions which bring relief from breathlessness. It is also an expectorant which helps it to expel phlegm out.
Tip: When the tea turns less hot, don’t inhale it but sip it slowly. The hot solution going down your throat will bring you relief from asthmatic pain and discomfort.
23. Khella
What you need: Khella (in tincture form, as a tea, >23. Khellasules)
How it works: Khella treats asthma by soothing muscle spasms of the airways.
Tip: Take Khella as asthma “preventive”, not during asthma attacks.
24. Turmeric
What you need: 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
H>24. Turmeric
- Take turmeric powder in hand
- Consume it ASAP
How it works: Tumeric has anti-inflammatory agents which clear out the mucus in your lungs. Thereby, soothe the irritation and inflammation that happens due to the blockage of airways.
How frequent to use: 3 to 4 times daily
Tip: Include turmeric (or haldi) in your daily diet e.g. turmeric tea, in gravies etc.
25. Garlic
What you need: 10 Garlic cloves, 30 ml milk (which makes 6 ts>25. Garlicg>How to do:
- First of all, add the garlic cloves to milk
- Now boil the milk and drink it
How it works: Well, garlic not only prevents and heals asthma; it does the same with a wide range of other diseases such as arthritis, cold, flu, circulatory problems, digestive disorders, insomnia, liver diseases, sinusitis, ulcers etc
How frequent to use: Once daily, take the milk-boiled garlic cloves
Tip: The other option is to sip ginger tea with 2 minced garlic cloves twice a day.
26. Echinacea and Licorice Root
What you need: 2 tbsp Dried licorice Root, 1>26. Echinacea and Licorice RootHow to do:
- Boil licorice in water for about 10 minutes
- Strain the solution
- Pour the tea in a cup
- Hold the cup beneath your nose and inhale the steam
- When the tea gets tolerably hot, then drink it
How it works: Licorice root is a Chinese medicine for asthma. It has flavonoids and glycyrrhizins in it to give relief from asthma attack.
How frequent to use: Have the tea of licorice root 2-3 times a day
Tip: In case you are down with BP problem or diabetes, talk to your doctor before taking licorice root tea, as this can interfere with certain medicines.
27. Omega-3s
What you need: Take Omega-3 fish oil or Omega-3 foods (like Vegetabl>27. Omega-3sd oils)
How it works: The best part about Omega-3 fatty acids is that they lower the levels of the chemicals which increase airway swelling. It is proven to be a natural remedy for asthma.
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28. Steam
What you need: Caraway seeds, juniper oil, peppermint oil
>28. Steamong>
- Mix some caraway seeds in boiling water.
- Now inhale the steam for relief from chest congestion.
How it works: Steam inhalation helps in loosening the phlegm which creates difficulty in breathing. You can also put few drops of juniper oil (or peppermint oil) in hot water and inhale steam.
Exercises Control Asthma
Running
How it works: Have controlled asthma? Then >Runningtrol-asthma">Exercises Control Asthma
Best time to do: Ideal time to run is when the weather is warm, or when you are on a treadmill.
Swimming
How it works: One of the best exercises swimming is for asthmatics. Know why? >Swimming up the muscles used for breathing.
Tip: Hey, be careful of swimming pools that have excessive chlorine. It is a chemical which can trigger off an asthma attack.
Biking
How it works: If the weather is by your side, by all means, go for Biking.
>Biking You can also get a stationary bike for your home. This way you can do it any time.
Sports
How it works: Volleyball, baseball, football are activities that can be teamed up as>Sportsp>
Best time to do: Any time during the day (barring the night)
Tip: By the way, doing these sport activities also get you a good workout.
Martial Arts
How it works: This type of exercise is mostly done indoors. The beauty of doing M>Martial Artst it has more of short movements which are good-to-go to get you in good shape. Also, they help in building muscle tone, and help you develop a sound mind and body.
Yoga for Asthma
No medicines, just Yoga…
Anulom-Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing):
How>Y>Anulom-Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing):span> How it works: This is the ideal start to any yoga session. It is a pranayama schedule which enhances the stamina and soothes the asthma by bringing the relaxing factor. Best time to do: In the morning Tip: Anulom-Vilom when done increases your concentration at work and studies How to do: How it works: This is yet another great yoga posture for treating asthma side effects. In this pose, your head is below your heart. This gets your blood to rush to your head (instead of your feet), thereby giving your cells much-needed oxygen boost. It also improves the strength of your abs and eases the asthma symptoms. Tip: If you have back or leg injury, then don’t do this exercise. How to do: How it works: This is the “ending pose” in every yoga session. Best time to do: Anytime during the day (not necessary to do it on an empty stomach) Tip: This yoga technique puts you in a state of meditation and refreshes you. How to do: How it works: It is an easy pose. So easy, it is like sitting down and meditating. Brings a sense of calm and peace, and helps avoid situations that trigger asthma attacks. Best time to do: Practice Sukhasana in the morning time Tip: Not necessary to do this pose on an empty stomach How to do: How it works: This ‘bound angle’ pose is a good yoga posture for those suffering from asthma and breathing troubles. Tip: The trick of this asana? Just sit and pull the legs inward, making sure the two feet are facing each other. How to do: How it works: This pose involves stretching out the upper part of the body and opening up your lungs. How to do: How it works: It is pretty effective for asthma patients. Keeps your body balanced by opening up your lungs and chest, and improving digestion. Best time to do: Works best when done in the morning on an empty stomach How to do: How it works: Fish Pose or Matsyasana is considered as one of the best poses for bronchial asthma. It tones up your respiratory system by stretching your backward neck. How to do: How it works: This type of yoga relieves the symptoms of asthma through control of breathing. How to do: How it works: This pose indicates the onset of new and bright beginnings. Improves the functioning and working of your respiratory system. Best time to do: Early in the morning on an empty stomach. Tip: It also helps clear bowel movements. It is Important to remember and follow this: Seek medical care if you experience the following – We believed that this article has given you an insight into some of these queries; What are the 3 types of asthma?, Can asthma go away?, What is the treatment of asthma?, Is asthma a disease?, types of asthma, treatment of asthma, symptoms of asthma, causes of asthma, asthma – wikipedia, asthma definition, asthma causes and treatment, asthma attack. Hope this article on Asthma was helpful in proffering tips and guidance. Do write in your comments below. [su_spoiler title=”Sources” style=”fancy” icon=”chevron-circle”]fashionlady.in Img: plantbasednews.org[/su_spoiler]
Standing Forward Bend Pose (Uttanasana)
Corpse Pose (Shavasana)
Sukasana
Butterfly Pose (Badhakonasana)
Straddled Splits
Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana)
Supportive Fish
Pranayama
Poorvottanasana (Upward plank pose)
Prevention & Precautions
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