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Asthma

Also indexed as: Bronchial Asthma

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Don’t let asthma knock the wind out of you. Asthma is a lung disorder characterised by sudden fits of wheezing, coughing, or shortness of breath. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

Try proven herbal remedies
Supplements containing boswellia extract (900 mg a day), ivy leaf extract (50 drops a day), or tylophora leaf (200 to 400 mg a day) may improve breathing symptoms; children should be given one-half of these amounts or less, depending on body weight
Clean it up
To avoid triggering asthma attacks, control household and workplace irritants such as dust, mould, smoke, chemicals, and animal dander, and dietary triggers like certain food additives
Keep a healthy body weight
Shed extra pounds to improve breathing and decrease the need for medications
See an allergist
Find a specialist to help you build tolerance to allergens

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The information presented in Aisle7 is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2013.