The tendency to develop asthma is inherited, and it is more common among people who have allergies. Indeed, there are two forms of asthma, allergic asthma and nonallergic asthma, with the allergic form being more common. Allergic asthma develops in people who have allergies, and the same substances (called allergens) that provoke their allergy symptoms also trigger their asthma symptoms. Both the allergy and asthma symptoms are the product of an overreaction by the immune system.
Common triggers for allergic asthma include dust mites, pollen, mold, and pet dander. However, allergies can come from almost any substance. While dust mites and pollen are both airborne allergens, allergic asthma can also be trigged by an allergic reaction to something ingested, like strawberries.
In
nonallergic asthma, on the other hand, the triggers that irritate the lungs and
bring on asthma symptoms have nothing to do with allergies or the immune
system. This type of asthma can be sparked by dry air, cold weather, exercise,
smoke (including the secondhand variety), strong perfume, stressful situations,
intense emotions, even laughing.
The point
is, both types of asthma have triggers, and vigilant awareness of these
triggers is the first step in living comfortably with asthma. The following are
some of homemade cure for asthma
Remedies for Asthma
1. Clove:
Take 5-6 cloves and boil them in half a glass of water, followed by adding a
spoon of honey. It is an excellent remedy in curing asthma at home and should
be consumed twice in a day for beneficial results.
2. Ginger:
Ginger has so many benefits on your heath and body. It is equally effective
against asthmatic treatments. Make a juice with equal quantities of ginger,
pomegranate, and honey. Consume it 2-3 times a day for effective results.
Else, take
one tbsp of ginger juice. Mix it up with a tbsp of honey and two tbsp of
dried fenugreek seeds. Soak it overnight and consume it every morning to
detoxify your lungs.
3.
Mustard Oil: Take some mustard oil and mix camphor in it. Massage with it
all over the chest, till you get relief from the asthma. Make sure that you
warm the oil before massaging with it so that your chest feels the warmth and
gets relieved quickly.
4. Figs:
Figs are another efficacious home remedy against asthma. Soak some dried figs
in water, overnight. Eat them in the morning on an empty stomach. Also, drink
the fig water for having an effective relief from the problem of asthma.
5. Black
Tea/ Coffee: Caffeine present in coffee helps asthma. Besides, it clears
your air passage and makes way for air to enter and exit easily through those
passages. If you are not a coffee person, you can opt for black tea. But,
make sure that you consume not more than 3 cups in a day.
6.
Eucalyptus Oil: Eucalyptus essential oil can really lend a hand in keeping
the asthma at bay and relieving from the existing one. Put a few drops of
eucalyptus essential oil in a cup of boiling water and take its steam as it
will help in opening up the nasal passages and air passages, so that air can
pass through easily.
7. Honey:
If you are looking for natural remedies for asthma, honey is the best one.
You can consume a teaspoon of honey mixed in hot water at least 2-3 times a day
or you can also inhale the aroma of honey. Alternatively, mix one teaspoon of
honey with ½ teaspoon of cinnamon powder. Have it before sleeping.
8. Onions:
Onions are known to have anti-inflammatory properties, and they are proved to
be helpful in clearing air passages. So, if you are suffering from asthma, you
should consume more and more of onions, be it in raw form in a salad or cooked
in vegetables.
9. Fruits
and Lemons: Fruits, like strawberries, blueberries, papaya, and oranges
have shown benefits to people, suffering from asthma. Also, lemons are rich in
vitamin C and should be consumed with water and sugar at least once in a day to
get cure from the disease.
10. Fishes:
Consuming fishes, such as salmon, tuna, and sardines can be really effective in
treating the problem of asthma. They all make your lungs better and stronger to
fight the problem of asthma and treat it quickly and effectively. However, if
you cannot consume these fishes in cooked form, then you can opt for their
oils.
11.
Gooseberries (Amla): Gooseberries are good for asthma. Crush a few gooseberries and
add some honey to them. Consume the mixture and stay away from the problem.
12. Soup:
Take a radish and blend it to obtain a juice from it. Mix it with some honey
and lemon juice. Consume it as it will help in clearing up your respiratory
track, which will make it easier for you to breathe.
13.
Bitter Gourd: Take out the juice of bitter gourd. Add paste of basil and
honey to it. Mix them well. This remedy will help in curing asthmatic attacks.
14.
Herbal Tea: Herbal tea with a dash of lime juice and crushed ginger can
also serve the purpose. Herbal tea, prepared from licorice root, is also an
effective treatment for asthma.
15.
Fennel Seeds: Consume fennel seeds on a regular basis to get rid of
asthmatic attacks.
16. Warm Milk:
Add equal quantity of olive oil and honey to a glass of warm milk. Drink this
milk along with a few garlic cloves, before having breakfast. This home remedy
provides natural asthma relief.
17.
Parsley Leaf: Parsley leaf is a good herbal remedy for asthma cough.
Prepare tea from these leaves. It will soothe the throat and chest
congestion.
If you have
gone from doctor to doctor in search of a remedy for your asthma, you may feel
frustrated and be tempted to explore some "alternative" treatments if
these don’t work for you don’t worry go to a doctor or try some of other useful
homeopathic medications include Nux vomica, Pulsatilla, and Spogia tosta.