Ten Supper Foods To Help You Treat Asthma Naturally

 

When our airways are inflamed, they become narrower, which can cause a lung disease called Asthma. It's one of the most common long-term diseases affecting children , though adults can have it too. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) can't quite determine all of its causes, it is often linked to genetic, environmental and occupational factors.

Though there is no known cure, there are, however, ways to temporarily treat symptoms when they occur. If you produce a lot of mucus, have trouble breathing, are constantly wheezing, or feel chest tightness, these super foods might just help  

1. Avocado

Avocado, protects our cells from free radical damage (such as histamine). This trendy fruit can be prepared in a variety of ways and is considered “the master of antioxidants.”

2. Honey

Mixing 1 teaspoon of honey in a cup of warm water (three times a day) removes phlegm  from your throat and treats asthma symptoms. It also reduces cholesterol levels, prevents and treats gingivitis and digests pre-accumulated fat. You can even add 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon to 3 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice into the warm water for an energizing shot (that might be linked with weight loss .)

3. Kale

 

Kale has more vitamin C per cup than an entire orange; this vitamin reduces  muscle contractions in our airway passages. This veggie is also loaded with beta-carotene, an antioxidant phytochemical, which, among with alleviating asthma symptoms, also has packed levels of vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C, B6, manganese and more.

4. Coffee

Yes, even coffee.

Caffeine can open up the airways in the lungs for up to four hours, which can alleviate asthma symptoms like wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Coffee can immediately treat asthma attacks or symptoms as they happen by making it easier for you to breathe. Coffee  has high amounts of caffeine, but it can also be found in tea, cola drinks and cocoa.

5. Spinach

 

Spinach is largely considered the “king of super foods” because it is stuffed with vitamin C, beta-carotene, vitamin E, potassium, zinc, iron, calcium and magnesium. Magnesium Deficiency  is common among those who suffer from asthma, as the vitamin can help with airway resistance.

6. Apple

.A WebMD study revealed  that expectant mothers who ate apples might prevent asthma and wheezing in their newborns. The study also found that eating one banana per day (along with drinking apple juice) “improved wheezing occurrences.”

7. Banana

 

Eating one banana a day reduces asthmatic symptoms because they can prevent formation of free radicals . Most likely because bananas, rich is potassium and fiber, can help lower blood pressure and fight cancer. (Did I mention that bananas also strengthen heart health?)

8. Garlic

If you don’t mind stinky breath: Garlic obliterates lung congestion, reduces airway inflammation and fights lung infections. This is largely due to vitamin C, which neutralizes the molecules causing airway constriction. To make a healthy concoction, crush three cloves of garlic, add to two cups of hot water, boil until one cup is left, let sit for five minutes and enjoy!

9. Water

Something we all have at home.

Yep, water. Not having enough water vapor in the lungs causes airways to contrict. This provides mucus, which (in conjunction with constriction) form asthma attacks and symptoms. Interestingly enough, coffee steals the badly-needed nutrients our bodies need from water—leading to dehydration. If your water source might be contaminated, you might want to drink water that's been through a Brita filter or other purification system.

10. Ginger

Blend it into smoothies, tea or soup.

Aside from boosting immune system fighting cancer and other benefits that have been around for centuries, ginger also helps treat asthma—it keeps respiratory tracts in check. Along with airway-muscle relaxation, calcium uptake levels are regulated, which lessens asthma attacks. To enjoy the immense benefits of this anti-inflammatory spice, add 1 teaspoon of grated ginger to a glass of hot water with 1 tablespoon of honey, steep for 5 minutes and voila!