Allergic asthma occurs when an individual experiences asthmatic symptoms in response to allergens, such as dust, mold, pollen and dander. This is the most common type of asthma. A medical doctor will likely place their patient on long-term medications, as well as quick-relief medicines for the sudden flare-up of symptoms. Home remedies for allergic asthma are on the rise as well and many allergic asthma sufferers experiment with different alternatives to relieve their symptoms. However, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, home remedies may be beneficial, but should be skipped entirely if they pose physical risks.
Types of Remedies
Acupuncture has shown in some studies to help allergy and asthma sufferers relax and practice calmer breathing. Do not insert used needles or place them near any organs, warns the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Chiropractic practices are designed to manipulate the spine so that the body can heal on its own without the need for any conventional medicines. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, there is not any proof that suggests chiropractic care cures allergic asthma.
Garlic can be boiled and mixed with milk to be consumed a couple of times a day to relieve symptoms. Do not use this remedy if milk usually triggers symptoms, according to asthmahomeopathy.net.
According to asthmahomeopathy.net, honey is one of the oldest home remedies used to treat allergic asthma. Place a bottle of it under the nose when symptoms arise to get breathing back under control. Or mix a couple of spoonfuls of water with honey and drink it.
Massage, Yoga and Hypnosis
Hypnosis involves putting another person into a dream-like state. For allergic asthma sufferers, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America states that the only thing to come of hypnosis may be a renowned determination to follow a good health plan.
Massages and yoga are relaxation techniques that also help to teach people how to breathe properly and be in tune with their bodies better. These may help allergic asthma, since stress tends to cause the airways to restrict, resulting in symptom flare-ups. However, they are not proven to help improve the overall functioning of the lungs, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Warning
Home remedies should not replace long-term and quick-relief medications for allergic asthma patients, unless instructed by a doctor. Instead, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America recommends that remedies should be used to complement other forms of treatment prescribed by a physician. Just because the effects of a long-term prescription medication have not kicked in yet, that does not mean it is not working; it may just take time for the body to adapt to it. Do not jump to conclusions and replace the medication with alternative therapies, warns the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.
Herbs can be just as powerful as prescription medications and not many people know that they can pose dangerous side effects if they are not used properly. It is required by the government that all herbs and vitamins that are sold in stores need to state how they affect the body directly on the label. However, it is not required that health warnings be included on the label. Consuming herbs incorrectly can result in death. Also, pregnant and nursing women should avoid them. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America recommends that an individual should research and consult with a physician before taking herbs to relieve allergic asthma symptoms.
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