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Best cures for asthma
Posted on: 27/May/2019 4:34:20 PM
Asthma is a chronic disease caused by narrowing down of lung airways. This gives rise to wheezing which is indicated by a kind of whistling sound when you inhale and exhale, tightness in chest area, breathlessness, and severe cough. As you experience asthma, the muscles present in airways tend to get constricted and mucus is formed which ultimately causes blockage of breathing. Asthma is mainly caused by heavy dust, chill blow of air, infection or stress.
Studies state that above 15 percent Indians suffer with asthma. By diagnosing respiratory issues earlier, and by giving proper curative medicines and measures, it is definitely possible to treat the condition. This mainly requires a lot of lifestyle changes.
It is to be noted that a lot of asthma medicines tend to cause side effects. Hence, people are taking a slew and looking for natural medicines and home remedies. Such herbal medicines and Ayurveda medicines do not cause any kind of side effect or complications of any kind.
Note that it is advisable to consult with a doctor before following the below asthma medications:
There are a number of asthma medications that will help. Mentioned below are a few best of them:
Black coffee :
Yes, black coffee is not just a beverage to soothe your stress levels, but also relieve asthma symptoms. It is rich in caffeine and hence serves as a great asthma remedy. The mucus accumulated in your chest region will get melted and thus reduce breath shortness which is one of the main asthma symptoms. For this, you have about 1-2 cups of black coffee per day.
Garlic :
The most commonly available garlic helps a lot in relieving asthma. It has a lot of active components which can relieve asthma and its symptoms and troubles. In fact, there are several studies that back the helpfulness of garlic and in fact stand by the fact that garlic is very helpful in curing asthma. You can crush about 2 or 3 pods of garlic and boil it in a glass of water. Drink this water in lukewarm temperature once a day.
German Chamomile :
German Chamomile is a natural herb to cure asthma. It comes with antihistamine properties that helps in fighting allergic reactions and asthma. This is available in tea bag forms. It can be consumed 1 to 2 times per day.
Liquorice :
Liquorice? Is the name new to you? This is nothing but a type of compound present in liquorice roots. It is helpful in reducing lung inflammation. It is very helpful to treat asthma by reducing breathing troubles and clearing out the air passage. Remember to use this in moderate levels as excessive usage may have its own side effects.
Liquorice can be consumed in the form of tea. It can be had once or twice a day. It is also available as capsules.
Ginkgo biloba :
Ginkgo biloba is a herb that has anti-inflammatory properties. It aids in treating asthma that are caused by allergens. Per day, a person can have about 120mg of ginkgo supplements per day or have it in liquid form of 3-4 ml per day.
Lavender :
Lavender flower comes with a lot of anti-inflammatory properties and hence helps a lot in curing asthma. It also comes with antibacterial and antiseptic properties that help our body in fighting lung disorders, phlegm accumulation and bronchitis. It is to be importantly noted that excessive use of lavender may be toxic to our body. Hence, the quantity should be in moderation.
Turmeric :
This is a natural herb helpful in curing asthma wheezing and related problems like breathlessness. Turmeric is used to treat asthma for several years in China. It also has anti-bacterial properties and acts as astringent and stimulant. The curcumin compound found in turmeric comes with anti-inflammatory properties. This clears out the respiratory passage and curbs asthma symptoms. Turmeric can be had by mixing a spoon of turmeric powder in a glass of lukewarm water. Have this twice a day.
Cloves :
Cloves are also very effective in treating asthma. You can have clove oil for relieving symptoms like chest pain, wheezing, breathing troubles, etc. Or you may boil a glass of water and add cloves and a spoon of honey to it. Have this mixture for about once or twice a day.
Flaxseeds :
Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. This is helpful in treating asthma. It has got a lot of anti-inflammatory properties that cure asthma and its inflammation along respiratory tract. By regular intake of flaxseeds, you can significantly notice betterment in your body conditions in terms of its asthma symptoms faced. Its natural properties subsides bacterial infections and relieves inflammation and ultimately reduces wheezing. You can mix a spoon of honey with water and have this mixture once or twice a day.
Butter Bur :
This is a kind of plant that largely relieves asthma troubles. It helps by clearing out the airway and curing airway inflammation when a person experiences asthma attack. Extracts from Butter Bur plant are also helpful in preventing asthma attacks. Generally, a person can have about 50-150mg of butterbur extracts. However, make sure to consult with a physical practitioner before consuming butter bur on a daily basis.
Eucalyptus oil :
Clogged air passage is one of the irksome symptoms of asthma. This leads to breath shortness. Either of the conditions respond to eucalyptus oil. The eucalyptus oil helps by relieving blockage with its decongesting properties. Add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to water and inhale the steam thus emitted. This can in fact give you instant relief.
Fig :
Fig helps by soothing your breathing troubles and clearing phlegm. You can consume fig by soaking 2-3 figs in water overnight. In the next day morning, have this water in empty stomach. Try this for at least 3 months to see its effectiveness as it is a long-term treatment and not instant remedy.
Pomegranate :
Pomegranate has rich antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Extract pomegranate juice and mix this with little amount of ginger juice. You may add a spoon of honey for sweetened taste. Have this mix regularly. It helps in clearing out the airway and reduce inflammation.
Onions :
Onions are easily available anywhere and everywhere! It largely helps in relieving asthma as it has anti-inflammatory properties. It easily clears out the air passage.
Camphor oil or mustard oil :
You can easily manage the troubles of asthma using camphor oil or mustard oil. Take a few drops of mustard oil and heat it. Add camphor to it and give a nice massage in the chest area and upper back regions in your body. It will have great soothing effect and clears out blockage.
Slippery elm :
Perhaps, if you get a chance to get the North American asthma cure called Slippery elm, make the best use of it. Like many other asthma medications, slippery elm also clears out the airways. This can be taken in the form of tea or tablets. It will relieve spasms in the bronchial regions that mainly cause asthma. Not just asthma, slippery elm is also helpful in cases of people with general respiratory problems like cough. Slippery elm can be had in the form of tea or coffee. One can have it for about once or twice in a day.
Fenugreek :
Fenugreek is yet another very useful and effective asthma treatment. It has excellent cleansing properties to clear out your lungs. Boil a spoon of fenugreek in a glass full of water. Mix this with ginger juice and honey and have this as a drink for at least once or twice a day.
