Asthma is a lung disease that is marked by reversible narrowing of the airways that causes difficulty in breathing. Asthma is a chronic disease but can manifest as acute attacks.
Asthma attacks occur when there is an obstruction in the flow of air in the lungs. The obstruction is due to the inflammation and constriction of the airways that hinder the regular movement of air in the lungs.
Although to date there is no known cause of this disease, it can be triggered by various irritants. The irritants cause a flare-up of the symptoms. An aggravated case can bring on a sudden asthma attack. Asthma attacks can be fatal if not taken care of at the right time.
Although asthma is incurable, you can curtail the incidence of flare-ups by preventive measures and lifestyle and dietary changes.
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Asthma Triggers
An asthma flare-up can be a result of various factors, which can be an allergen or any other agent that can either worsen or cause the symptoms to be manifested in the suffering individual. Some of the asthma triggers include:[14]
- Cold weather
- Physical exertion
- Emotional stress
- Air pollution
- Chemicals
- Animal dander
- Respiratory infections
- Sulfites in food
- Certain medications used to treat migraines, heart diseases, or high blood pressure, such as aspirin and NSAIDs
Symptoms of an Asthma Flare-Up
The constriction of the airways can be caused by inflammation and swelling in the air passages. Although airway constriction can be manifested by the following symptoms, it is not restricted entirely to these:
- Chest tightness
- Coughing in the early morning or late at night, which may become chronic
- Wheezing while exhaling
- Shortness of breath
- Mucus buildup
- Difficulty sleeping
Diagnosis of Asthma
Your doctor will investigate the symptoms and any known triggers that may play a role in worsening your condition.
Aside from the hallmark symptoms of asthma, your doctor is likely to check your lung function by using a spirometer to determine the flow of air in your lungs.
Medical Treatment for Asthma
Medications to treat asthma can be aimed at providing quick relief or controlling the condition in the long term. Also, immunotherapy is advised to prevent a flare-up of allergies that can trigger an asthma attack. The treatment method and drug dosages may differ between adults (age 17 and above) and children (ages 5 to 16).
The medications for asthma fall in the category of bronchodilators. These are administered in the form of an inhaler, nebulizer, and pills. The inhaler is a pump that can be used as an immediate rescue in the event of an attack as it lets the bronchodilator enter your lungs through the oral route as you inhale.
The mode of action is expanding the narrowed airways of the lungs to smoothen the flow of air and facilitate easy breathing. In addition, bronchodilators play a role in clearing away mucus and allowing its free movement, preventing obstruction that may be a hindrance in breathing.
Managing the Symptoms of Asthma at Home
Aside from being medically treated by an expert, you can implement some lifestyle and dietary changes in your routine to cope with the symptoms and pare down the incidence of asthma attacks.
Lifestyle Changes
1. Manage Stress
Stress can trigger an asthma attack and worsen existent symptoms. Keep tabs on your stress levels by doing meditation, deep breathing, and mind-body exercises or engaging yourself in a hobby. Being emotionally well can help keep your health in good shape.
2. Regulate Vitamin D Levels
Vitamin D is an anti-inflammatory,[4] and researchers have hypothesized that it may help relieve the symptoms of asthma. Also, it may reduce the chances of getting asthma in early childhood, and asthmatic individuals with an adequate amount of vitamin D may decrease their chances of having frequent asthma attacks.
You cannot entirely rely on food sources to fulfill your daily vitamin D requirements. A natural way to help in the synthesis of vitamin D is daily sun exposure. Also, you can consider vitamin D supplements after a doctor’s consultation.
3. Follow an Exercise Regimen
Incorporating physical activity in your routine can help reduce the severity of asthma. Aerobic exercises can help strengthen the muscles of your lungs and heart.
- Choose simple exercise such as brisk walking, light cycling, or slow dancing, which are easy on your lungs and will not leave you panting for breath.
- You can also practice yoga, which involves deep breathing techniques and postures, both aimed at strengthening your lung function.
Dietary Recommendations to Aid Recovery
1. Foods to Avoid
Refrain from consuming certain foods that can trigger an asthma attack:
- Avoid eating processed and packaged foods with artificial food additives and preservatives. The chemicals may trigger asthma attacks.
- Also, avoid eating saturated fat in excess as it can interfere with the mechanism of action of the medications for asthma.
- Restrict your intake of milk and dairy products if you are allergic to milk proteins or have lactose intolerance due to lactase deficiency. Those who do not suffer from these problems, however, can consume milk as the fats in whole milk tend to have a protective effect against asthma symptoms.
- Avoid alcohol, carbonated beverages, and foods that are associated with food allergies such as groundnuts.[14]
2. Foods to Include
Incorporate your diet with:
- At least two servings of coldwater fish, such as salmon, cod, mackerel, and herring, a week. You can also take omega-3 supplements after consulting your doctor.
- Two servings of fresh fruits and five servings of vegetables a day.
- Lean meats and skinless chicken.
- Magnesium-rich foods such as nuts and green vegetables. Magnesium acts as a bronchodilator and can help reduce the symptoms of asthma.
3. Choose Ginger Decoctions
Ginger is a well-known natural treatment for various ailments including asthma. Researchers have found that it can help reduce airway inflammation and inhibit airway contraction.
A study corroborated the role of ginger extracts in successfully alleviating allergic reactions by inhibiting the release of IgE antibodies, which are associated with an inflammation reaction. Ginger extracts successfully reduced the inflammation of the airways and the secretion of the mucus, among many other effects.[1]
Plus, studies indicate that ginger contains compounds that may enhance the muscle relaxant effects of certain asthma drugs.
- Mix equal quantities of ginger juice, pomegranate juice, and honey. Consume 1 tablespoon of this mixture two or three times a day.
- Alternatively, you can mix 1 teaspoon of ground ginger in 1½ cups of water and take 1 tablespoon of this mixture at bedtime.
- Cut 1 inch of ginger into small pieces and add them to a pot of boiling water. Let the ginger steep for 5 minutes, allow the liquid to cool down, and then drink it.
- To detoxify your lungs, prepare a fenugreek decoction by boiling 1 tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in 1 cup of water and mixing 1 teaspoon each of ginger juice and honey in it. Drink this solution every morning and evening.
- You can also eat raw ginger mixed with salt.
4. Try Turmeric Tea
Turmeric contains a bioactive compound called curcumin. Curcumin can help curtail inflammation, oxidization, and free radical damage. It has been reported that curcumin can help curb the inflammation in the airways of mice; pretreating the inflammatory cells of the lung tissue with curcumin showed significant improvement.[10]
- To 4 cups of water, add 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder. Let it simmer for 12 minutes. Strain the liquid and add a pinch of lemon or honey as desired. Drink this tea every day if you suffer from frequent allergies that trigger an asthma attack.
- Prepare a paste of 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 2 teaspoons of honey. Eat this paste every day.
5. Relieve Your Airways with Garlic
Garlic is a rich source of vitamin C and potassium. Vitamin C plays a crucial role as an antioxidant, fighting inflammation in the airways.
Garlic also aids in the formation of biomolecules called prostacyclins, which can help clear the air passages of the affected individual and help him breathe normally.[4]
The following garlic remedy can help clear the congestion in your lungs during the early stages of asthma.
- Boil two or three garlic cloves in 1/4 cup of milk.
- Allow it to cool to room temperature and then drink it.
6. Drink a Cup of Coffee to Dilate the Airways
The caffeine in regular coffee can help control asthma attacks because it acts as a bronchodilator and can help avert the symptoms of the disease.[5]
Hot coffee helps relax and clear the airways to help you to breathe easily. The stronger the coffee, the better the result.
- Try not to drink more than 3 cups of black coffee in a day. If you do not like coffee, you can opt for a cup of hot black tea. Do not use caffeine as a regular treatment though.
7. Take Fish Oil to Reduce Inflammation
Fish oil contains an abundance of omega-3 fatty acids, namely, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Fish oil can give you a steady supply of these fatty acids necessary to stave off inflammation and, in turn, an asthma flare-up.
A study corroborated that fish oil, when taken by pregnant women in the third trimester, was related to a reduced incidence of their children being diagnosed with asthma in childhood and adulthood.[11]
Keeping in mind the positive impact of fish oil on mild, moderate, and severe cases of asthma, its supplementation has a relevance that concerns public health.
- Consult your doctor for fish oil supplements or eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as fatty fishes and flaxseeds.
8. Remove Phlegm with Honey
Honey is one of the oldest natural cures for asthma. The alcohol and ethereal oils in honey help resolve the symptoms of asthma and stop an asthma attack in its tracks.
The consumption of honey to treat cough and colds is long known. A study demonstrated that the inhalation of honey reduces inflammation in the passageways of the lungs. Inhalation ensures the deposition of honey in the airways, treating the excess mucus buildup and goblet cell hyperplasia.[7]
- Just inhaling the smell of honey produces positive results for some people.
- You can also mix 1 teaspoon of honey into 1 glass of hot water and drink the solution slowly three times a day.
- Before going to bed, swallow 1 teaspoon of honey with 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder. This helps remove phlegm from your throat and allows you to sleep better.
9. Use Lemons to Inhibit Allergies
People with asthma often have low levels of vitamin C. Lemons are rich in this vitamin and antioxidants that can help reduce asthma symptoms. It has been reported that lemons contain flavanone glycosides, eriocitrin, and hesperidin, which are potent antiallergic compounds that can help stave off an allergic response.[8]
- Squeeze the juice of half a lemon in 1 glass of water and add some sugar according to your taste. Drink this solution regularly to reduce asthma attacks.
Oranges, papayas, blueberries, and strawberries are also rich in nutrients that help minimize asthma symptoms.
10. Use Carom Seeds to Dilate the Air Passages
Carom seeds, also known as bishop’s weed, can also be used to treat mild asthma as it acts as a bronchodilator by dilating the bronchial tubes in the lungs.
Carom seeds can help relieve chest congestion and breathing problems related to asthma.[9]
- Boil 1 teaspoon of carom seeds in some water and inhale the steam, as needed. You can also drink it.
- Alternatively, heat a handful of carom seeds wrapped in a piece of cotton cloth in a microwave for a few seconds. When it is comfortably hot, place it on your chest and neck until it cools. Repeat this daily until you are satisfied with the results.
- Another option is to heat a paste of carom seeds and jaggery and eat 1-2 teaspoons of this paste twice daily for a few days or until you get relief. This remedy is not recommended for people with diabetes.
11. Use Antiallergenic Figs
The nutritional properties of figs promote respiratory health, help drain phlegm, and alleviate breathing difficulties.
Figs contain plenty of quercetin, a flavonoid that helps alleviate allergic conditions including hives, hay fever, eczema, and asthma.[2][3]
- Wash three dried figs and soak them in 1 cup of water overnight.
- In the morning, eat the soaked figs and drink the fig water on an empty stomach.
Continue this home treatment for a couple of months.
Consider Aromatherapy (Eucalyptus Oil)
Pure eucalyptus oil is an effective treatment for asthma symptoms because of its decongestant properties.
Research indicates that eucalyptus contains a chemical called eucalyptol, which can help break up mucus, promotes immune response, and provides relaxing and anti-inflammatory effects on respiratory diseases such as bronchitis, asthma, and sinusitis.[6]
- Just put a few drops of eucalyptus oil on a paper towel and keep it by your head when sleeping so that you breathe in the aroma.
- You can also put 2-3 drops of eucalyptus oil in a pot of boiling water and breathe in the steam. Try to take deep breaths for faster results.
Anecdotal Remedies
The following remedies are neither backed by scientific evidence nor are they reviewed by our health experts. Nonetheless, a number of general users have reported an improvement in their condition using these anecdotal remedies.
1. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has been used since ages to treat the chronic cough and hoarseness associated with asthma.
- Pour 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to 1 glass of water. Stir the ingredients well. Sip the solution slowly for a period of half an hour.
- Soak a cotton pad in apple cider vinegar. Apply pressure as you hold this cotton pad against the inside of your wrists.
2. Include Kiwi in Your Diet
The vitamin C content, antioxidants, and phenolic compounds in kiwi can help improve asthma symptoms.
- Prefer organic kiwis as they have much higher phytonutrient content than commercially grown kiwi fruits.
3. Buteyko Breathing Technique
The Buteyko technique is a breathing technique that is similar to the yogic pranayama.
- Controlled Breathing: Inhale two regular breaths and breathe out. See for how long you can hold your breath. Aim for at least 60 seconds.
- Shallow Breathing: Breath through your nose for 5 minutes. Then, take shallow breaths using one nostril. Keep your mouth closed. You can then take a controlled breathing test to see if your holding time has improved.
- Repeat: Repeat step 1 about four times consecutively. This will take about 25 minutes.
Perform this breathing exercise three to four times every day. The aim should be to extend your holding time with every session of the exercise.
Preventing an Asthma Flare-Up
Although asthma is incurable, you can prevent an impending asthma attack by following certain measures, including the following:
- Identify your asthma triggers and avoid them. Steer clear of allergens, irritants, and pollutants in the air and respiratory infections.
- Pet dander, scales from the skin, hair, feathers, and dried urine or saliva can aggravate your allergies. Keep your pet at a distance if you have a pet allergy.
- Disinfect your house regularly. Mold growth can be a reason for an allergy flare-up. It has been observed that Aspergillus fumigatus was present in patients with severe asthma.[12]
- Wash your bedding and clothing regularly. Keep your house dirt-free.
- Keep track of the weather conditions before going out to avoid contracting an allergy.
- Get yourself administered with flu and allergy shots to prevent a flare-up of symptoms.
- Install a humidifier and air purifier in your room.
- Quit smoking and avoid exposure to passive smoke.
Risk Factors for Asthma
Certain factors can increase the likelihood of getting asthma in certain individuals. Such factors include:
Gender: During childhood, asthma is more common in boys, while among adults and teenagers, it is commonly present in women. Studies indicate that as women progress in age and reach menopause, the incidence of asthma decreases except in those undergoing postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy.
Genetics: Individuals with a family history of allergies, asthma, hay fever, or eczema have a chance of getting the disease.
Occupational Hazards: People who inhale chemical fumes, gases, or dust at work such as while welding, spraying, and mining are prone to developing asthma.
Obesity: Obesity can increase the risk of asthma by about 50%. The high-fat diet consumed by obese people can bring about inflammation and metabolic disorders that can result in a lung volume less than normal.
Ethnicity: Puerto Ricans and African-Americans are at a higher risk of contracting asthma.
Alcohol: Although alcohol is a mild bronchodilator, asthma may be triggered by the sulfites or acetaldehyde present in it.[13]
Complications Related to Asthma
In rare cases, asthma can lead to a number of serious respiratory complications, including:
- Infection of the lungs such as pneumonia
- The collapse of part or all of the lung
- Persistent exhaustion
- Absence from school and work, leading to poor performance
- Delay in growth and development such as puberty in children
- Respiratory failure, where the levels of oxygen in the blood become dangerously low or the levels of carbon dioxide become dangerously high
- Status asthmaticus (severe asthma attacks that do not respond to treatment)
When to See a Doctor
The symptoms of asthma are similar to other diseases of the lungs such as a chest infection. It is necessary to visit a doctor and get your condition diagnosed on time.
- Fast breathing with chest retractions (skin sucks in between or around the chest plate and/or rib bones when inhaling)
- Cyanosis (very pale or blue coloring in the face, lips, and fingernails)
- The rapid movement of the nostrils
- Ribs or stomach moving in and out deeply and rapidly
- An expanded chest that does not deflate when you exhale
- Failure of infants with asthma to respond to or recognize their parents
End Note
Asthma is a chronic lung disease with no permanent cure. However, you can manage your condition with medications and natural strategies. Although medications provide quick relief, they are usually associated with side effects.
Adopting a holistic approach, which includes taking the prescribed medications, incorporating changes in the diet, and practicing a lifestyle aimed at prevention, can greatly reduce the severity of asthma and prevent its complications.
Expert Answers (Q&A)
Answered by Dr. Maeve O’Connor, MD (Allergist/Immunologist)
What is the prescribed way to manage an asthma attack in the absence of an inhaler?
If no quick-relief or rescue inhaler is available (having a rescue inhaler on hand is VERY IMPORTANT), the best way to manage an asthma attack is to CALL 911. While waiting for the ambulance, staying calm is one of the most important things you can do which can help your respiratory muscles become less constricted.
Sit in an upright position to stop breathing constriction. Take slow, deep and long breaths to prevent hyperventilation. Use the “relaxing breath” technique. I suggest breathing in through the nose for a count of 4, holding the breath for 1 second and then slowly exhaling for a count of 4.
Staying calm may prevent further tightening of your chest muscles and make your breathing easier. The most important thing to remember is to not delay seeking emergency care when needed.
Is it possible to cure asthma permanently?
Asthma is a chronic condition and unfortunately cannot be cured. It can be managed effectively by avoiding known triggers and taking controlling medications as prescribed. If asthma is limiting your daily activities or waking you up at night, it is important to talk to your doctor about your asthma action plan.
How can one control asthmatic coughing spells during the night?
Coughing at night is a hallmark sign of poorly controlled asthma. If you are waking up more than two nights per month with coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath, you should talk to your doctor to better understand your type of asthma and what treatments may be available to manage the symptoms.
Poor sleep impacts your entire life, resulting in lost productivity and mood disturbance. For these reasons it is very important to minimize coughing at night.
Are caffeinated drinks helpful for asthma patients?
Hot caffeinated drinks like coffee can help to open up the airways slightly, providing symptomatic relief for an hour or two; however, this is not a long-term solution to addressing asthma symptoms.
Are there any particular food items that can trigger an asthma attack?
Each individual patient has unique triggers for his/her asthma. Some patients may have food allergies that can worsen or often be confused with asthma. If you are experiencing a severe allergic reaction and an asthma flare-up, it is important to err on the side of caution and treat with epinephrine for anaphylaxis first. Time is of the upmost importance and epinephrine should be administered quickly.
How can the excess mucus secreted following an asthmatic episode be cleared naturally?
Nasal saline rinses may help to clear mucus in the upper airway which often impacts the lower airways. It is also important to stay well hydrated by drinking at least two liters of water per day, unless you have kidney or heart issues.
About Dr. Maeve O’Connor, MD: Dr. O’Connor provides a more progressive approach for treating allergy, asthma and immunology patients. She is Board Certified by both the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Allergy and Immunology. She is one of the only three specialists to have completed the University of Arizona Fellowship of Integrative Medicine and has been selected by her peers to be included in the Best Doctors of America database from 2011 to currently.
Dr. O’Connor is the only board-certified allergist in the region offering sublingual immunotherapy and is also performing clinical research. She is currently involved in clinical research of asthma, allergic rhinitis, immune deficiency and novel treatment for atopic diseases.
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I found thes very helpful,thank you, Can you say which type of milk is best to use for this purpose?
I would suggest cow’s milk to be the best amongst other milk.
I’m curious about the use of milk with garlic (boil then drink it) I’ve always heard milk increases mucus production & also makes mucus more tenacious. I have issues w excessive mucus at times so i am wondering if the milk is absolutely necessary or can I substitute water or another liquid instead of the milk?
If I do use milk I am wondering how long to boil the milk/garlic because milk thickens up when boiled. I’m sorry to ask such dumb questions but I was just wondering what your thoughts may be about the use of milk and if it can be substituted with another liquid & still get the desired effects.
thanks a bunch,
John
Substitute dairy milk with soy bean, (Soya,) milk. I do this, before bedtime. It works wonders! I have severe asthma from work related conditions. Dairy milk during breakfast and lunch is fine yet avoid snack time and definitely supper time or you will never sleep well. Lying down caused a tight, heavy feeling that gagged my breathing. It pained me to breathe and left me awake for hours. Also, powdered Soybean Milk is fine, as well. It is as good, when hot or cold but not when boiled.
Almond milk
Morning swallow a small piece of garlic .This will reduce chest congestion. Take only a small piece as it’s supposed to be quite hot .cud cause acidity.figs also help a lot .3 figs.plus garlic plus honey excellent combination. Yes milk does increase mucous. Avoid . Boiling garlic will kll it’s medicinal property.
Hi Praveen,
Is drinking of milk in night times is good for Asthma patient. and also a lemon juice by adding honey?
I agree…I think dairy products do increase mucus. I make a tea using ginger, crushed garlic, honey and lemon….which all seem to be on the list. I do know that almond milk has a relaxing effect, maybe it could be used.
Dear Mr. Kunwar Singh , how can you suggest a cow`s milk to a person that soffer of Asthma ?, when is scientific proved that the cow-milk is the worst drink , for this type of hard desease ???? there is many scientific proves that one of the first problem for Asthmatics people is the may allergies coused from Milk……..!!!!!!!!!!!
Raw goat’s milk is much easier to digest and never drink conventional cow’s milk…only raw cow’s milk if tolerated. Soy milk is GMO…unless labeled Non Gmo Project Verified.
Wheat is GMO, most animals are GMO, you probably pay twice as much for organic GMO free stuff and you don’t even know what you’re talking about.. Morons you and the lot just like you
WHEAT IS NOT GMO! They haven’t figured that one out! Do your homework before you call others names.
Personally I find the garlic in milk remedy suspect on many levels. First of all, much of the compound that has the most healing potential in garlic is broken down quickly during cooking. Second of all, milk is high in calcium and does tend to increase phlegm production. Cooked milk tends to promote inflammation, especially.
Personally I use magnesium, which has almost completely erased all asthma symptoms from my life. I say almost because severe exposures to allergens can still trigger breathing issues for me, and so can viruses, but the chronic tightness I was taking four drugs to combat is gone on a simple dose of magnesium citrate every day. Many people in my life have found the same thing to be true…. it works within half an hour if it is going to work at all and does not preclude other remedies. However, the higher your calcium intake, the higher your magnesium intake needs to be. It works by relaxing the smooth muscles and reducing inflammation.
Please tell me what ratio of magnesium citrate to calcium you take for asthma. I am desperate to find something that works other than drugs from the pharmaceutical industry!
It doesnt increase mucus when garlic is added try in small amounts you will not regret it
Amul milk is best
Because it contains very good amount of calcium and carbonate
Thanks
/sir,
I have difficult in breathing and have congesion in chest when i walk for 1 minutes i eel very uncomfortable .Kindly tell which remedy is suitable for me to releif from these problem and i have also heard cow urine is also beneficial kindly tell how i take cow urine als tell me ho much quantity of cow urine i shoud take daily for how much periods.
Regards
Manish kumar
Dude there are 10 NOT-URINE remedies above, start trying some before jumping to urine.
Dude you dont have astma. you have COPD
Are you a doctor Peter? I’m not a doctor, I’m just asking as I’m in the same dire straights as Manish. Yet my doctor said that there was no way that I had COPD (as I’m not a smoker), and that I in fact have asthma.
FYI Cow’s urine is outrageous, and is not healthy for anything.
I don’t know you or your doctor and you may indeed just have asthma, but you do not have to be or ever have to have been a smoker to have COPD. My mom has COPD and was never a smoker. If you have asthma that goes untreated or inadequately treated over a course of years, you can end up with COPD.
Bear Grylls is that you?
Camel urine it is and it is the best solution the best and fastes but the camel has to live in desert not in form
I know people who cured themselves by this after using all the remedies
I will agree with everything but not Lemon. It might increase your immunity, but during an asthma attack, it badly worsens your condition. I have suffered from asthma for 15 years at a stretch and I know how badly Lemon, Curd, banana etc can worsen your condition.
you are right lemon remedy is not reasonable for asthma at the time of attack
Absolutely right….even my Pulmonologist advised me not to take Lemon….Harishkumar.J
Hi, Lemon works great for me. I’ve had asthma since I was 5 years old. I’m 62
now and fresh squeezed lemon works great. It dissipates the phlegm. Everyone is different, I get that.
I hope these Remedis are good I try it
Wt good man ..lemon is not set for astama patient..
I just have a question, last week my son was coughing,have shortness of breath and I took him to hospital and they say it is asthma and I want to try home remedies and he is two and half year old which is best for him. Thank you.
What is the best remedy for asthma?
Dear Laurence,
There are natural remedies for asthma, do not believe when they say “there is no cure for asthma.” I’ve been there, was asthmatic since childhood until my 30′s, now I’m totally cured all my life.
1. Live on a clean, fresh air environment such as near the beach or non-polluted place. 2. Avoid dust, smoke, vehicle fumes. 3. Eat healthy foods esp. fish and brown whole wheat bread. 4. Regular sports such as tennis, basketball, beach swimming, biking, but on a clean air environment.
Hope the above, as far as I can remember can help all others suffering.
mandy m.
Above statement is true, I could like to add a little to it, since childhood this trouble me a lot n u got to have courage to fight it back. Avoid icecream or anything cold like ice n drinking light black tea with few drops of lemon during the day n nite will be helpful. Avoid solid food, eat liquid food like village red rice water n soup with little lime n light black tea n biscuits toast is a good diet for the entire day of two to three days until it cures. A little secret I could like to share is that even Frog backbone soup is good for Asthma, just boil it with frog backbone n little salt or just cook like soup n eat the backbone flesh. The second secret is when your child is very young n u know if asthmatic then collect the child pee in the morning only in small bowl n mix little of the child pee in the morning tea without the knowledge of the child n make him drink it, this is a sure n strong cure. Well put your child into lots of sports activities like cycling, soccer n jogging. When they grow this asthma will disappear n will make person to fight his own problem. I’m the living example n 53 yrs still growing strong n by God’s grace never been to any hospital n clinics so far.
Yes. Asthma is curable. I suffered for three months and allopathic tratment will not help you. But I tried and got cured with Ayurvedic treatment. Now I am free from Asthma.
Asthma is a very critical health issue and these home remedies can never cure it permanently but might bring relief up to some extent. I have been success in curing 22 year old asthma in the past of a lady in the USA in the past with the help of a single herbal nutrition blessed with ultimate holistic healing qualities. I am treating another 45 year asthma patient in India and will let you know after she finds a permanent solution of her sufferings.
Can you please let me know the herbal name and suggest from where I can found it.
Praveen,
I have asthma since I was 7 years old. I suffered with coughing & wheezing all my life. Every time I catch a cold my coughing & wheezing always come back. But please try the figs remedies. It works for me so it will work for you too.
Also try not to eat or drink anything cold because it will makes you cough more.
Take care.
I am shocked that nobody has mention water. I find it difficult to believe that after all these options, you could just make sure your drinking enough water…
You please regularly give ur child in the morning/ night without gap
One cup of milk, add 1teaspoon( start half) turmeric and 1 honey. Shake well n is ready to drink.
You can practice it at night time as last drink too.
Stay away from dairy. It is mucous forming.
Dear Getu,
There are solutions for your son’s asthma, do not believe when they say “there is no cure for asthma.” I’ve been there, was asthmatic since childhood until my 30’s, now I’m totally cured all my life.
1. Live on a clean, fresh air environment such as near the beach or non-polluted place. 2. Avoid dust, smoke, vehicle fumes. 3. Eat healthy foods esp. fish and brown whole wheat bread. 4. Regular sports such as tennis, basketball, beach swimming, biking, but on a clean air environment.
Hope the above, as far as I can remember can help all others suffering.
mandy m.
Hello gethu take one teaspoon of small onions juice,one teaspoon of ginger juice,one tablespoon of honey mix together give the child twice a day .With love and lights .Vasudevan
I am agree with all these remedies but lemon is not suit for this its too cool & alergic for some people todaay i will try the garlic remedy.thanx for this knowledge………
When my son has an asthma attack I have him sit in a hot tub with eucalyptus oil (about 10 drops) and inhale the steam. If one is sensitive to chlorine and water additives, should use a water filter for the shower/bath. I also give him a strong dose of vitamin C (1 gram). He is 10 years old. I found that magnesium oxide has played a part in relieving his symptoms as well, he may be deficient and have a higher requirement, but it does help. I think a big part of that is it helps him relax (great for the nerves). I give him about 400 mg or one “0” size capsule. Lastly, I give him a “bronchitis” tablet by Heel brand, a homeopathic remedy, every 15 minutes until he is calm and breathing with ease. Usually he only needs one or two of these. Make sure mouth is clear of food or drinks (not including water) when giving sublingual homeopathic remedies for effectiveness. And one more thing I give him is a spoon of honey, which he really likes; this helps sooth the throat and loosen phlegm – no honey for babies/or anyone allergic to honey.
The vitamin C can be repeated as well, wonderful for clearing out the phlegm and inflammation.
This also helps with the constant sighing symptoms, I believe this is a mild form of asthma.
I hope this helps someone!!
Thank you so much for the tips. My son is 5 and has allergic asthma. I’ve never heard of the Heel brand, but have used Lobelia (the main ingredient of the product you suggested) before, with great results. I’m excited to try the tablets. Thanks again!
N Colby,
I have asthma since I was 7 years old. I suffered with coughing & wheezing all my life. Every time I catch a cold my coughing & wheezing always come back. But please try the figs remedies. It works for me so it will work for your son too. Also try not to give your son any food or drinks that is cold because it will makes him cough more.
Good Luck.
I just used your tips just now n I can already feel the difference. You. Guys it works. I personally guarantee that!
Mustard oil and mustard seeds both can be used for treating sever asthma attack. the oil can also be mixed with a bit of coconut oil and massaged on the chest ( it stops the lungs from wheezing and prevents asthma attack at night during sleep).
also, eating food rich with selinium can reduce the chance of having an asthma attack. food rich with selinium: brazil Nuts, sunflower seeds
Fish (tuna, halibut, sardines, flounder, salmon)
Shellfish (oysters, mussels, shrimp, clams, scallops)
Thank you Sana. I have asthma since I was 7 years old. I am now 66 years old. I get wheezing & coughing every time I catch a cold. Lately I have been catching a lot of cold almost like once a month. Your remedy sound great. I will try it. Thanks again.
Try one more thing. Boil some fresh SAGE leaves with a couple pieces of sliced ginger, let it cool then drink it the whole day. This works wonders for allergies and asthma. Eat lots of cool vegetables, fresh (can be juiced mixed with apples or carrots), such as parsley, cilantro, celery, zucchini etc. Good luck.
Thank you for the information it has help me and it
Has save my life!! I recommend this site to anyone who suffer from asthma!!!!
Mixture of garlic, black pepper, ginger,alligator pepper and honey has been very helpful to me ! I grind them together and mix with honey. I use it first thing in the morning when I’m awake from sleep and as many times as possible. I hope it’d be helpful to others too.
Shud be taken only once in a day otherwise will cause acidity and ulcers. Very hot.
somebody told me avocado seeds can cure asthma. is this true and does anyone use it?
Thanks for this wonderful 10 step home remedies. Most people never have time to help out another human being so I thank you for that.
Banana,oats,egg,cows milk,cold water,citrus fruits,cardamom ,tomato sauce, soya sauce, vinegar ,water melon ,custard ,jam,pure ghee ,lime, pineapple, chocolates,mentos and strong tooth paste is aggarvating my daughter’s asthma issues.. basically the foods which have a cooler effect on the body. Hope this helps.
This really worked! My girlfriend woke up at 4 a.m. in the morning having a hard time breathing with no pump , I looked this up & tried the lemon & she was so happy she could breath & I’m so grateful that this really worked ! Thank ! 🙂
Is there something that I can give my daughter everyday for asthma? She uses an inhaler right now and I’m looking for an alternative to that.
Dear Robin Smith,
There are natural solutions for your daughter’s asthma, do not believe when they say “there is no cure for asthma.” I’ve been there, was asthmatic since childhood until my 30’s, now I’m totally cured all my life.
1. Live on a clean, fresh air environment such as near the beach or non-polluted place. 2. Avoid dust, smoke, vehicle fumes. 3. Eat healthy foods esp. fish and brown whole wheat bread. 4. Regular sports such as tennis, basketball, beach swimming, biking, but on a clean air environment.
Hope the above, as far as I can remember can help all others suffering.
mandy m.
Hi mandy do u also have a tips for those people who lives on a hazzard place? Like me..I hav a son suffering in asthma and his only 1and4months old.. ahm i really nid the excact herbal remedy and information.. wat tym it should be taken and the dosage.. by the way his weight is 9.5kilos.. his not taken any medicine for asthma, i only boiling a water w/ salt for his suspension..thank u
Dear Robin Smith.
Is your daughter young, If yes try this, no harm in any way, i believe.
I was also having this disease, I had Allopathic medicine, Ayurveda medici
ne, and even Homeo, I don’t know which medicine worked on me.
Believe me, I had to curse myself for living.. till about my 28 of years But i am happy that i am free form it, I really don’t know which has helped me in this.
1. I had Tedral SA and Asthalin 4mg, and I got relief after few hours, and got a better sleep. ( these are outdated i suppose )
2. I had aurvedic midecine form the aurvedic goverment hospital, But it was a course ( powderd medicine with pure honey ) —- stopped having it, no satisfaction.
3. I had homeo, I hope it might worked possibly for 40% ( liquid form Blatta Ori Q, arsenic alb , powder of arsenic alb and what not.
4. I had Mustard seed oil, warm applied on a leaf and to the chest for say 3 to 4 times a day when symtoms present, ( may be this might have also worked on me, As we see Mustard seed oil is been used in these messages also)
5. I had Frog hind legs, three to four pair, fried it with little oil, pepper Powder, chilli powder, and salt (all as per your taste only ), these was all I had from my life for the lastime and later I had some sensation of asthma but may be for few minutes, not for long months and vanished. Now i look back i am happy to have my life back.
Best of luck.
Robin,
Please try the figs remedies for your daughter. It really works.
Good luck.
Thank you for all of the comments. I have a six year old grandson who has asthma. I am very concerned about the side effects of his current medications,which in my opinion causes him to be very hyper when he takes it. He has been hospitalized at least 3 times since birth because of the asthma so we don’t want to take any chances. But I sure would like to know if a more natural approach to his treatment would help him to be less energetic.
I looked up ‘coughs’ and tried 1 teaspoon of ground ginger with 1 teaspoon of honey in a cup of boiling water and sipped away my nagging chesty cough, which wouldn’t go away for 2 nights!
I also suffer from asthma, and as I am writing this and sipping away, I have finally stopped coughing.
the best thing boil garlic with orange in microwave 1 min then let it cool down than give him 10 ml is inf i do same to my child and getting better.
Thank you very much, soya milk and garlic works. I tried it for my wife she is better now
Thanks for your remedies. And everyone if you or your child has asthma at first find out what triggering the attack, and prevent it. Whoever had asthma stay away from dust, cotton, birds specially pigeon, furry animals like rabbits,cats etc as those are triggers for all. My mother has asthma which triggered from home dust, fur, cold. Sometimes it could be the food. My boyfriend had asthma since childhood but his parents couldn’t find out what triggering it for almost 6-7 years, then they find out it causing from drinking milk, which every children eat. And later he had allergy test which found out 15 other foods can cause him asthma attack also smoking, sweating, cotton, home dust. I heard nuts could be so dangerous for some child patient that it could cause death from attack. So take care everyone.
I am allergic to chocolates (cocoa), green seedless grapes (tiny sweet ones), banana. . I know of a kid who is allergic to nuts (cashew). Just letting people know what can trigger asthma in some.
That’s weird! I’m allergic to chocolate, green grapes & bananas too (and chicken), and my daughter is allergic to cashews!
I’ve been suffering with persistent, mild asthma for 7 months now. I’m on Singular & Asthmanex and nothing is helping the constant tightness in my chest 🙁
Am alergic to orages and perfumes.. I hope these remedies will help Me Catch a break from my inherler.. Thanks
I have asthma and even my 2 years child is found with allergi inside lungs can you please suggest a daily home remidy for her
One tea spoon onion juice heat it and mix it with one spoon gingger juice N one spoon honey. Suck it very slowly. It worked on me right now.
I have asthma past 10 yrs, I took lots of medicine but I dn’t cure..and also regularly I sufferef for cold,lose nose like these kind of allergies pls give suggestions of any good home remedies for my problem..
I have asthma past 4 yrs, I took lots of medicine but I dn’t cure..and also regularly I sufferef for cold,lose nose like these kind of allergies pls give suggestions of any good home remedies for my problem..
i am suffering from astma part 3 years, i found these 10 steps and now ill check these one by one lets see which will work for me to cure this:-):)
“”Eucalyptus oil is commonly used to treat colds, coughs and congestion. It can help to break up phlegm and mucus. It comes in all kinds of forms including tinctures and teas as well as topical oils. Those with asthma should probably not use eucalyptus oil routinely, because it may trigger an asthma attack. It is important to consult with your doctor before using any herbal preparation”
Hi sir,
My wife used to get once in few months, her wheezing and short breathing problem, during that period she can’t sleep even for 30 minutes because she used to cough continuously !! She used to be very weak. She is about 49 years old ! She is allergy to dust during dry summer ie in the month of march-april. What is the remedy on long term !!!! Can you please advise me !!
Dhamodaran,
I have asthma since I was 7 years old. I suffered with coughing & wheezing all my life. Every time I catch a cold my coughing & wheezing always come back. But please try the figs remedies. It works for me so it will work for your wife too.
Also tell her not to eat or drink anything cold because it will makes her cough & wheeze more.
Good Luck.
Hi sir,
My wife used to get once in few months, her wheezing and short breathing problem, during that period she can’t sleep even for 30 minutes because she used to cough continuously !! She used to be very weak. She is about 49 years old ! She is allergy to dust during dry summer ie in the month of march-april. If she eats food, with in 5 minutes she gets cough and wheezing, She is suffering a lot with sleepless nights, What is the remedy on long term !!!! Can you please advise me !!
Hello Damu asked her to donate blood every 6 months by Gods grace her problems will solve if she got up to 11+ blood with love and lights.
yeah u’all may have spoken other people’s minds….none d less, finding allergens will be best…and parents should be careful on how they expose their children anywhere in the world…cus I had my first attack as a kid due to exposure into cold….ever since I’ve been having attacks, but I thank God.I’m gonna give a try to d honey mixture and snail fluid
hello friend you made mention of honey and snail fluid I heard it works wonders ,but don’t know the dosage and complete mixture
I have suffered from asthma since I was a child. I used to get asthma attacks frequently as well as sinus infections. Over a year ago, under the care of a nutritionist, I started a new eating plan. I eat lean meats, veggies, and beans, six times a day and drink 12 cups of hot water a day. I cut dairy, sugar, caffeine, sweets, processed foods, and fruits. I eat three small snacks and Three regular meals. Since being on this eating plan, I have not needed to take my asthma and allergy medicine, my cholesterol has improved, and i have lost weight. I think the foods we eat can cause a lot of havoc with our bodies. Be well.
I have a 2yo & found licorice in liquid form fixed her breathing & broke down her mucus to nothing. Surprisingly this is not mentioned above……
I have been told I have asthma for a few years . Before I would just get an attack if someone was smoking or if there were fires around the state. But for the last 3 weeks I can’t leave my house without feeling out of breath, getting up to go to the restroom or to the kitchen exhaust me. My oxygen levels are ok, but I have rapid breathing as if I just ran a marathon. I am on 3 inhalers, nebulizer every 4 hours, prednisone, and 2 different allergy medicine. I have read Asthma is worse at night and in mornings, but that is when I can breath better. Does anyone have helpful thoughts on all this.
Dear Regiena
With the help of a nutritionist, I recommend you start on a new eating plan. Eat lean meats, veggies, and beans, six times a day and drink 12 cups of hot water a day. Cut on dairy, sugar, caffeine, sweets, processed foods, and fruits and lots of them.
Good information
Hi! My husband has an asthma, whats the best,effective remedy out of this 10 home remedies.
Thank You
Try the figs remedies. It really works.
Swimming is the best cure for asthma
Hi have been on inhaler since I was 12 and am trying this natural home remdy starting from dis minute so have just taken honey with hot water and am feeling better
Try Honey either in tea or in hot water or by any way which ever you like.
Honey is health.
i have got this problem… i m 18 years old boy.. i think it is better curable methode for me.
use a small table fan near the face get more natural oxygen forced into your lungs when u feel breathless it may help and mostly take neb as the safest medicane with no side effects. just use the medicane in it which suites you the best and which u feel works on you.best of luck
asthma has no cure. but it can be controlled. try drinking Pure Barley . it took me two months to control my asthma. drink 3grms./day for 2 months then 2 to 3 times a week
for maintenance. i used SANTE BARLEY ….
Great stuff… I have recently found that lack of sleep, lack of showers and stress are the worst, besides second hand cigarette smoke.. even the scent is enough to kick it off. I have been having terrible attacks and ran out of inhalers so had to assess, and so I put myself first for the first time and relaxed, exercised and I found that because of my deviated septum from broken nose cause me to breath through the mouth which does not have hair follicles to moisturize the air. I use a dust mask to reuse some of the moisture and it really helps especially at night, honey and cinnamon in the coffee has worked as we speak. I bubble the drink as I sip it and inhale it.. “slurping” the moisture with the cinnamon and honey seems to be doing a good job.. thanks.. and now to actually go to sleep before 5am…. oh and playing music seems to relieve stress too. Blessings all
Pomegranate, ginger, honey helped my 2 year old.
Hi I have looked at all your comments and advice on asthma can anyone tell me do u chop the ginger up really small and then mix with the honey?.
now i feel good after trying the ginger and coffee.Thanks!
Rapeseed is another trigger that is known to cause asthma. Check all of the ingredients in bread, chocolate ( Cadbury’s use an emulsifier e442 that has Rapeseed in ) and other foods. Avoid strong smelling chemicals such as washing up liquid, laundry powder / liquid, bathroom cleaning products and bleach.
Showing the chest and back side on morning sun (at 8_10am)is giving better feel for asthma.
I have found that just chewing and sucking on a clove of garlic is the most helpful.
I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING MY ASTHMA LATELY….ITS BECAUSE OF THE PLEGHM AND I’D BEEN TAKING 10 DAYS OF ANTIBIOTIC TO EASE THE ITCHINESS IN MY THROAT….YET IT SEEMS THAT IT HAS NO EFFECT ..SO I’VE BEEN USING A NEBULIZER EVERY NIGHT TO EASE THE HARDNESS OF BREATHING…I GUESS I’LL TRY TO USE THE GINGER.. HOPE IT WOULD HELP ME TO LESSEN THE ASTHMA ATTACK….TNX FOR THIS….
CLAUDETTE C. MANGIBIN
Yes ginger juice with honey really helps for itchy throat and pleghm. I give this to my daughter whenever her cough and cold starts.
I have an allergic rhinitis then later it turned to asthma. Until now im always suffering dfficulty in breathing and colds with runny nose.thanks for the ginger snd honey it really helps.
Apply eucalyptus oil to chest and back every night before sleeping
I am surprised not to see peppermint on the list… I’ve always used peppermint candy for a remedy. It works almost instantly so just thought I’d put that out there for all those asthmatics like myself.
oh.I did not know that. thanks, I’ll try it.
Great suggestions!
My inhaler is empty, it’s allergy season and I am having an attack. The following helped me dramatically;
I boiled thin slices of ginger in water, added a peppermint tea bag and a tbl spoon of honey. I sipped that while I stood next to the stove and boiled more raw ginger slices and breathed in the vapors. I am feeling much calmer and a lot of relief from a tightened chest and heavy wheezing. I find leaning over the pot as the ginger boils to be the best remedy. Thank you!
Thanks for these great tips. I haven’t tried them yet but I plan on it!
I thank every one who has brought their remedies, as a mater of fact i discovered this site from the hospital i was in, at about 2am .. I have suffered from asthma since i was two and now am 26 suffering badly from dis bad deases but my prayer is that as i try this home remedies it will work for me and every other person who is suffering from this dealy deases . And i shall come back to testify. although, at a point i used snail flud and honey and it worked we were ask to repeat d remedy but, we dint cox i found out i was free and after a yr and half it came back again so i would also advice if u want to use any remedy ,even while u no longer have d attack, dont just stop yet use for atleast a yr before u stop thank you all.
Clifford please am interested in the snail fluid and honey remedy, how is it prepared. Thank you.
Thanks to every one,l have learn alot but l think the ginger and the honey will help every one.
now i feel good after trying the ginger and coffee.Thanks!
I’ve heard that putting a saucer of vinegar with brown paper in the room will also help. Also, lying on your front will help your lungs to drain and enable you to get rid of any mucus build up. Animals with feathers or fur are known to trigger symptoms as is perfume or strong smelling deoderants / chemicals.
Hi jenny,,
Was also told as a child that lying on ones front would help with asthma. Draining the lungs thing would seem to make sense, wouldn’t it, from a lay persons perspective; Gravity is not making mucous a weight on the lungs. I know I find it a relief whatever the reason.
when i was young i also found out that laying on your chest and folding your legs under you did help me in bed. it seemed to open my lungs up a bit and help to breathe better. this works for sure but doesnt totally cure the lack of air flow, my wife said it is called childs pose in yoga. hope it helps someone 🙂
i am also trying honey, lemon and ginseng tea now, even as I type this. I also added a tspoon of honey and some black pepper to the drink. I am on my second tea now. Wish we had ginger here but we dont. My ventolin inhaler wasnt working too good for me tonight so I stumbled on this website. I took a pen and paper and wrote down all of the natural cures. I will try all of them for sure. I have had asthma since I was very young and hospitalized a few times as well, not for many years though. It seems to only act up now when I get sick or get a virus. It sucks because I know that its coming… maybe now I can try the remedies before it acts up. Thanks everyone and good luck.
wow! thanx all
I have an 8 year old an I put honey on a warm towel and that helps to loosen my child up enough to get to a doctor
Feeling very ill with asthma. So wanting non-chemicals treatment. Have just inhaled few drops of Euchalyptus oil on a kitchen towel whilst waiting for water to boil and steep 1 inch organic ginger as suggested (I peeled it first.)
Took tiny taste of honey to ease cough a few times whilst waiting for ginger to steep. Only managed a bit as chest mucous was making me feel sick as it was. After 5 minutes as suggested, drank third of ginger water, inhaled more eucalyptus, bit more honey. Within 10 minutes an improvement. AMAZING!!
Felt well enough to water garden (fresh air, deep breaths). Lots of nose blowing, thank goodness, mucous clearing, cough going too. Chewed quarter of the piece of ginger too but didn’t swallow strawy bit you end up with, bit too gingery for tummy at moment, which I think also helped.
Have been hospitalised as child with asthma twice so know how really ill one can feel. After three quarters of an hour feel virtually completely clear. Astonished!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Whoops, just remembered. Took 500mg chewable Vitamin C about 30 minutes before started Eucalyptus, ginger, honey treatment.
Hi, update. After couple hours symptoms returned, Asthma as I know is always worse at night. Despondent, I halfheartedly chewed a bit of the presteeped ginger n inhaled a bit more eucalyptus, knowing I should make another ginger drink but was too fed up with it all to bother. (I know, defeatist, but Asthma takes it out of you, it really does). Hoping for a bit if strength resurrection overnight, took a sachet of Iron n went to bed.
Up at 3am with dreadful bunged up sinuses tho mercifully chest was clear. Stumbled around not being able to face the effort of making the ginger drink, I put a bit of Vicks emollient on my sternum area and inhaled some eucalyptus on a tissue. Feeling hungry (it takes a lot of energy this “breathing to stay alive” thing) had some organic oats (which for me calm my system after an allergic reaction so thought would try now too), with sheeps milk (very good if, like me, you’re cows dairy intolerant) and some organic currants for energy. Still feeling very bunged up and unhappy, gave up, took a Piriton antihistamine and fell asleep on the sofa, noticing wearily I was now a bit wheezy. Oh dear, that’s ALL I need.
Morning, woke with clear chest, thank you God, but the most whacking headache. Could not be bothered with making wonderful ginger drink, just felt too clogged to focus, so hit the wonderful strong coffee suggestion above which, for me, has even shifted migraines in the past. Half a cup of coffee later pain greatly reduced and sinuses starting to clear. Feel strong enough to fix oat (calming for me) breakfast, as above, again and eat in garden where I try to breeeeeaaaaathe deeeeeeeeeeep as much a possible. Potter about a bit, getting the bronchials moving, they can tighten up through stress and fear at not beng able to breathe very well. Pottering about was also a helpful distraction. Feeling stronger, I take a shower, the warm, damp air; very settling for my bronchial tubes, very soothing. I add a couple of drops of Lime aromatherapy oil to a tissue n leave it on the side, a mistake really as thought it was eucalyptus oil but for me it did the same job of making the soothing damp air a nice scent to breathe deeply down into my lungs.
Out of shower. Make another strong coffee but steam from shower seems to have loosened mucous in my sinuses, alleviating the dense pain, a great relief which has an overall detensing effect which also helps my general breathing. Whew!! Feel heaps better and decide don’t really need the extra.caffein after all.
Now going for bracing walk. Breeeeeeeaaaaaaaath!!
Much love all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi, Have had asthma, mostly allergic, for half my life which was exacerbated after having a surgery at 40, Spoke with a doc and asked why it got so very bad and he said the anesthesia was an insult to the lungs. Have talked to many others and they stated they never had asthma until post surgery. Also, when we were kids and to this day, when you have a cough, cut an onion in half, put it next to your bed and your cough will be gone and you will have a good night of rest. I tell this to many folks and some of them look at me funny but too bad, their loss. Try it, it works. Mary
I believe this is something I like to try when my children have cough and flu. Thank you for your information.
One cup of milk, add 1teaspoon( start half) turmeric and 1 honey. Shake well n is ready to drink.
You can practice it at night time as last drink too.
IS THAT HELPFULL FOR ASTHMA .
I HAVE PROBLEMS IN MIDNIGHT
I WAKE UP N I CANT TAKE BREATHING NORMALLY .ITS LIKE I M GOING TO DIED
thanks for your asistaance
thanks for your asistaance
whenever the problem triggers up I give her lots of warm water, 1tsp mix of ginger juice and honey in the morning. Avoid milk, butter, cold things, banana and rice. Try to give her more soups. these really help her a lot.
To prevent from asthma, when you are in good health, first thing in the morning when you wake up, do some breathing exercises (yoga), which helps a lot.
I hope these small remedies and information wi
thank u all
i was allergistc to dust especially spider web .My asthma problem start when i was pregent and cleaning the dust in my room. since then whenever i exposed to dust i wil get asthma.Some of the above remedies really works for me may b i am in the bigining stage.I used to do steam inhalation as soon i feel breathing difficulties and drink strong black coffee with ginger.Also apply vicks or any vapour barm on my neck and chest.and make sure i am not exposed to cold . I take proper rest because walking or exerting make asthma werse .usually with in few hrs i feel better.
Drinking lots of water, exercise, and eating simple healthful, non processed foods will all work wonders. Try to take meat, dairy, most oils out of the diet, too. Many remedies work to a degree, but you need to do this first and foremost; it is the foundation of curing most ailments.
My 10 yo daughter has asthma, she suffers in winter season, whenever the problem triggers up I give her lots of warm water, 1tsp mix of ginger juice and honey in the morning. Avoid milk, butter, cold things, banana and rice. Try to give her more soups. these really help her a lot.
To prevent from asthma, when you are in good health, first thing in the morning when you wake up, do some breathing exercises (yoga), which helps a lot.
I hope these small remedies and information will be helpful for someone.
Thanks
this can help many people versus asthma is good!
Thanks for every one…. Eucalyptus oil worked for me right now …. it will work for sure … and then ginger juice …… Thank God…..
I was a slave of my asthma for almost 10 years slave of inhaler, nebulizer and drugs prescriptions well i have to agree that helps me get rid when my asthma hits me but i had to agree that taking drugs everytime will also cause side effects to my body. So i try to look for some remedies and thankfully i found this page i try to chop ginger and boiled it.while boiling it i inhaled the vapor coming from the ginger boiling in water and it was effective it helps me escapes the hardness of breathing and make me feeling comfortable. This time after i do that i will drink the ginger tea and see how it effects like how it effects when i inhaled the aroma and give you some update after
Try this salad. Kale, wole. leaf spinich (freash not caned) toasted almonds, carrots, olive oil, viger, salt,garlic,onions. cucumber, ground ginger, honey, goat cheese. i know this sounds crazy but when I eat these combination of items. i dont have ashma attacks. DONT ANYTHING NOT IN THIS RECIPE. Than follow with large glass of water. viniger kills. polutants and. cleans toxins. onion and garlic help with inflamation. Large glass of water helps flush out the bacteria. Salt helps. kills lung infections when Used properly with lots of. water. Cucumber carrots spinich, kale are rich in vitamens.Olive oil helps lubricate air way to stop dust, alergans from getting trapped in vili. Try. this you wont. regret it.
My son 7 years old too has been having ahsma for the last 3 years , Last night he had an attack with difficult breathing i read about coffee and so i boiled one glass of coffee i give him after 10 minutes he was back to normal…….
Can I use these recipies for an 11 months baby, who always have cough and difficulty breathing.
Thx.
I hope someone will advise me based on his / her personal experiences. My son aged 12 years is having asthma recently diagnosed by a Pulmonologist. He was suffering with persistent cough for the last one month or so and antibiotics had a little impact. So the Pulmonologist has advised him an inhaler two puffs twice a day , an allergy tablet daily and little steriods with an antibiotic suspenison. The most worried thing for me is his severe cough all the day long and at during nights. Its a productive cough and he throws mucus after every cough attack. The Pulmonologist has advised that the Inhaler and the allergy tablets will have to be continued for sometime. Note: My son is not too much healthy may be having weak immune system due to which he often remains sick i.e. chest congestion and cough since his birth. Please advise me some best home remedies for his cough treatment. Thanks.
hey thanks for the advice
May God richly bless everyone who participated on the behalf of does who are suffering from asthma nd letting them know the right curable remedies for their problems tank u very much stay bless and may the good Lord alwaes strengthen you nd ur household bye …………………………..
For all those people who made fun of cow urine and don’t realise the importance of what it can do to the health. Please do some research on it. It helps in various deceases including asthama. I have seen people in worse situation who have survived just with cow’s urine, milk which numerous medicines couldnt do. I know it sounds fake, stupid but its a fact. Ancient books, researches have proven how important it is. But clearly it doesn’t sound real so why would anyone bother. Please do some research before commenting is all im saying. Thanks
I’ve had asthma since I’m five years old, now I’m 62. Fresh squeeze lemon works great for me, it dissipates the phlegm. I know everyone is different, I get that.
Good day everyone,
I’m Thariq Aziz from India, Since my childhood i was having breathing trouble. While climbing stairs, while lifting weight, even while performing mild exercises i felt exhausted, become tired very quick and sometimes gasp for oxygen.
And now i’m completely alright with one simple method:
Took boiled water with “Cumin, Ginger and honey” both in the morning and at night before going to bed.
Believe me within 15 days, i could able to carry a load of 20 kg’s on my shoulder up to 3rd floor of my building.
I am tired ….can’t walk fast or climb staircases ,,,,, I am going to use the combination of Cumin , Ginger and Honey…. Thanks everyone for sharing what worked …
WOW! Avoid coffee at all costs. Sends me other way. In fact caffeine all together. Also dark spirits like dark rum does me no favours. ?. What works for me is juicing 2 apples, an orange, and 2 sticks of celery every morning. I work early in the morning and the air is heavy. Sometime when I am cycling to work I really struggle, especially with the pollen in spring./summer. This fresh juice workers well for me. Did it every morning, but now found 3 times a week is enough.
I’ve also found having a lower heart rate and staying fit is a must. 11 month ago I smashed my ankle at football/soccer. And couldn’t do any exercise. With the same diet and no other changes, I’ve really been dependent on my both inhalers. Some how I feel like being dependent on the inhalers has made me worse off!?
Hello,
Thanks for your valuable information. My mother having the problem of asthma and now her age is 47. I like to use your ginger juice, pomegranate juice and honey mixed remedies. It would be better for my mother and how can I stored this ginger juice, pomegranate juice and honey mixed remedies? Can you makes me a quick response, please?
My name is Syed Mohiuddin, aged 68 years suffering Asthama for the last 10 years, using inhaler Preventive Pump, two puffs a day to clear whistling sound in breathing & fee heavy chest. Looking an alternate herbal medicine to stop using inhaler.
For cure of cough I use two drop of Eucalyptus Oil in quarter glass of water and drink daily to clear mucous and clear the lungs. If the lung is clear you will not get cough.
I have more trouble in cause of asthma how can I cure.Sometime water through the nose continue how can I stop this I am very trouble
Thanks for all these contributions. Even though I have read a lot about asthma, these sound more real since they are coming from individuals. I just gave my 11 year old son who is asthmatic ginger, garlic, honey, coffee, turmeric. I made him inhale ginger steam, I used the same hot ginger to make him black coffee mixed with honey. I will put onions by his bedside right away as I have read here. I do hope he gets a sound sleep. Thanks a bunch.
Thank you for the information. the article is very nice and very helpful to me
I USED GINGER,GARLIC MIXED WITH BOILED WATER TO HEAL MY ASTHMA AND NOW ITS TWO YEARS WITHOUT ANY ATTACK.
Use kunjan kriya to take out mucus from ur body.
What helps me is making a tea using bottled water, holy basil (tulsi) leaves, fresh crushed ginger, black pepper, coriander, (sabut dhaniya) cumin (jeera) and fennel (sauf) seeds with a stick of cinnamon (dalchini), a few cloves (lavang) and little bit of cayenne pepper (lal mirch powder). Bring to a boil and simmer for 5-10 min. While still hot, strain in a tea cup, add about a tablespoon of unfiltered apple cider vinegar and raw honey to taste. Drink while hot.
A lot of asthma symptoms comes from allergies. Good natural remedy increasing immunity is onion.
To make onion syrup cut onions and put them with a sugar layer by layer in a bowl. Two spoons everyday is very helpful in treating cough and increasing immunity in general.
Also very overlooked is an onion skin (the brown external). You can make some kind of tea with it, taste is surprisingly good, and it doesn’t smell like onion at all.
Magnesium can also help…choose a form that is easy to digest such as capsules of magnesium citrate and malate. Also soak in a warm tub of water with magnesium flakes or epsom salts which are high in magnesium. Magnesium helps relieve tension especially in the muscles. Many people who are asthmatics are magnesium deficient.
Hi Every one, I Suffered from asthama from last 3 years. My age 25 years. I consult lot of doctors. but no solution. When I use doctors medicine, it safe but when it completes again it start asthama. Doctor says it came by allergies. My quetion is “Is this curable!!!!!!!!!!” . In This stage is this curable!!!!. How I use perfect natural remedies. please help me…..
I’m SO glad I found this site tonight. I have been having asthma problems several times a day recently, but I don’t want to use my inhaler that often. I was looking for natural remedies that wise people have discovered over the years.
I discovered that luckily we just happened to have organic ginger powder & honey, so I immediately boiled up some water & poured it over ginger (1 TB) & honey (1TB) & starting sipping it & immediately felt relief! 30 minutes later, no more wheezing or tight chest! Wow!
I also want to try some of the other suggested remedies so I can see what works for me — and variety is always good. Figs & pomegranate sound wonderful. And eucalyptus, yes. I am also going to get fresh ginger to boil up as tea when I pick up figs, etc.
This has been a life-saver this evening! Thank you, kind people, for taking time to share your home renedies — enough of these dangerous & expensive drugs!
Shall try out the suggested remedies. Thank you..
Drink at least 3 litres of water everyday preferably lukewarm water….. it miraculously work on athamatic problems… I’ve tried it and it helped me a lot…… At least give a try…. I am sure you will be amazed
my mother suffer asthma, she was cured with oregano, lemon and pure honey. mixed together and drink more water every day..
Thank you all for various nice suggestions.
acv with the mother, lemon n honey really help with the coughing and breathing I realize everyone is differ.
Hi Ladonna,
Do you rub it on his chest?
Thank you
these strategy’s really helped me with my asthma attacks.