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5 Natural Remedies To Relieve The Symptoms Of Asthma

What wheezing?! - by Lucy Bode
  • 04 Sep 2019
5 Natural Remedies To Relieve The Symptoms Of Asthma
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One thing all asthma sufferers know to be true: spring is the devil for keeping the symptoms under control (cheers, pollen!) kinda problematic when you consider that 1 in 9 Aussies (that’s 2.7 mil in total) are living with the condition. That’s why we’ve rounded up five natural remedies that may be able to help in conjunction with your regular prescribed medication. Inhaler at the ready…

1. Ginger

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Ginger has been proven to assist by opening the airways, helping those with asthma to breathe more easily. In fact, in a 2013 study, oral ginger supplements were linked to an improvement in overall asthma symptoms.

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2. Garlic

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Research shows garlic can promote histamine breakdown and reduce histamine release in the body – a chemical which is involved in many allergic reactions.

3. Honey

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Honey may be useful in easing inflammation in the bronchial tubes, as well as helping to break up any mucus that builds up. In addition, it may be used to soothe irritation in the throat as a result of coughing.

4. Coffee

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As caffeine is a bronchodilator, it helps reduce respiratory muscle fatigue. This is backed up by a 2010 study, which found that for people with asthma, coffee may be able to improve the functioning of the airways for up to four hours after consumption.

5. Lavender oil

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Studies have found lavender essential oil can assist with swelling caused by allergies and asthma. Simply add a few drops to an oil burner, humidifier or diffuser and breathe deeply.  

For more information on asthma and treatment options available, visit Asthma Australia.

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Lucy is Women Health’s digital editor, social media specialist and the go-to girl for all things holistic wellness. Her background as a journalist and passion for food, fitness and integrative medicine has led her to write for some of Australia’s leading publications over the course of her career.

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