DIY Remedies for Asthma

Asthma is a chronic respiratory problem that causes air passage in the lung to get inflamed and constrict, which causes difficulty breathing. It can be either chronic or acute attacks. Whenever there is an obstruction in the flow of air in the lungs, then this asthma attack will occur.

However, the exact cause for this asthma attacks are not known but it can be triggered by respiratory infections, allergies, pollution, weather or environmental conditions, smoke, strong perfumes, etc. can cause asthma attacks.

Coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, shortness of breath, etc. are some of the causes of asthma. Although, there are many medical treatments and medications available for treating asthma but the usage of simple natural remedies along with them will help you to get relief from the symptoms and also to reduce the frequency of asthma attacks.

Home Remedies for Asthma:

Here are the best and effective natural home remedies which you have to follow them regularly to get relief from asthma attacks and its symptoms.

Method – 1: (Ginger)

Ginger has gingerols, shogaols and zingerones that exhibit analgesic and anti – inflammatory properties which reduce the airway inflammation and inhibit airway contraction for normal breathing. It also has antioxidant and antibacterial properties that cleanse the system and relieves you from psychological stress to prevent asthma.

Steps to be followed…

• Add equal quantities of fresh ginger juice, organic honey and fresh pomegranate juice in a bowl.
• Stir well and consume 1 tablespoon of this mix to get relief from asthma.
• Repeat consuming this mix for 2 – 3 times daily will help you to get rid of asthma and its symptoms.

Note:

• Or simply chew a piece of ginger by sprinkling salt on it.
• Or else prepare ginger tea, add ginger in your daily diet like soups, salads, curries and other recipes.
• Alternatively, soak fenugreek seeds in water for overnight. Then mix 1 teaspoon each of honey and ginger juice to 2 teaspoons of soaked fenugreek. Consume it twice daily, once in the morning and at night to detoxify your lungs and to get rid of asthma.

Method – 2: (Honey)

Honey strengthens the immune system that protects against respiratory infections, flu, and cold which in turn reduce the asthma attacks. It has certain alcohols and ethereal oil that break up mucus in the throat. It soothes mucous membranes to minimize coughing and wheezing.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon of raw honey in 8 ounces of warm water (or 1 glass of warm milk).
• Stir well and drink it slowly.
• Daily intake of this hot drink for 2 – 3 times a day will enhance the mucus removal from bronchial tubes and thus reduces asthma.

Note:

• Or simply mix 1 teaspoon of honey in 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder and consume it twice daily, once in the morning on an empty stomach and once at night before bed time.
• Or else, inhale the smell of raw honey which produces the positive results for some people.

Method – 3: (Garlic)

Garlic acts as an anti-inflammatory that helps to give quick relief from asthma and its symptoms. It clears mucus and congestion in your lungs.

Steps to be followed…

• Place 7 – 9 garlic cloves in 1/2 cup of milk.
• Boil it for few minutes and turn off the heat.
• Allow it to cool for few seconds and drink the milk to get relief from asthma.
• Regular follow – up will definitely help you to reduce the asthma attacks along with its symptoms.

Note:

• Or simply crush 3 – 4 garlic cloves and add it to 1 glass of hot water. Let it steep for 5 minutes and allow it to cool till it reaches room temperature. Drink it regularly to cure asthma.
• Or else consume raw or cooked onions (belongs to the same family) to clear the air passage for better breathing.

Method – 4: (Figs)

Figs have nutritional properties that promote the respiratory health and help to drain phlegm which in turn alleviate breathing difficulties.

Steps to be followed…

• Wash 3 – 4 dried figs properly and soak them in 1 cup of water for overnight.
• Eat the soaked figs in the next morning along with the water on an empty stomach.
• Continue doing the same process regularly for a couple of months.

Method – 5: (Peppermint)

Peppermint is an age old remedy used as a homemade vaporizer. It has volatile oil that helps to saturate the room air to prevent the asthma attacks and also makes you breathe comfortably.

Steps to be followed…

• Place a pan filled with 1 quart of non – chlorinated water on the stove.
• Add 10 drops of peppermint extract or peppermint oil in it.
• Stir it and bring it to a boil and simmer it for about an hour or more, till the water has been evaporated.
• This evaporation will saturate in the room and makes you feel comfortable to breathe.
• Do the same process whenever you suffer from the asthma attacks, to get rid of it.

Note: Or use eucalyptus oil which has decongestant properties along with eucalyptol (a chemical) helps to break up the mucus. Just inhale this oil before going to sleep.

Method – 6: (Turmeric)

Turmeric has curcumin that helps to control bronchial asthma to get relief from inflammation of the wind pipe of the airway (clear the mucus in the lungs). It has all essential nutrients that boost up the immune system. It also lowers the inflammatory enzymes known as COX – 2 and LOX to get rid of asthma.

Steps to be followed…

• Add 1 teaspoon of organic turmeric powder in1 glass of warm milk.
• Stir well till turmeric dissolves completely.
• Drink this turmeric milk for 2 – 3 times daily to get relief from asthma.

Note:

• Or else mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to 2 teaspoons of raw honey. Stir well and consume it to get rid of asthma.
• Alternatively, include turmeric in your daily diet either in the form of food or tincture or capsules.

Method – 7: (Lemon)

Lemon has a rich amount of vitamin C that helps to boost up the immune system to make it more strong and resistant. It has antioxidant and antiseptic properties that cleanse the lungs and reduces the inflammation caused due to asthma.

Steps to be followed…

• Squeeze out the juice freshly from 1/2 a lemon.
• Add this lemon juice along with some honey or sugar in 1 glass of water.
• Drink it to get relief from asthma and its symptoms.

Note:

• Or include other vitamin C rich citrus fruits like blueberries, oranges, strawberries, papaya, etc. in your daily diet to minimize asthma symptoms.
• Also, prefer to use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled one and also make sure that not to take citrus fruits during the asthma attacks, as it worsens the symptoms.

Method – 8: (Mustard Oil)

Massaging with your mustard oil will help you to clear the respiratory passages with its rich content of magnesium, selenium along with other nutrients.

Steps to be followed…

• Heat some mustard oil with a little of camphor.
• Then apply this warm mustard oil on the chest and upper back.
• Massage it gently for few minutes.
• Do it daily for several times a day till the symptoms subside.

Note: Or include mustard oil in your cooking.

Tips and Precautions:

1. A hot cup of black coffee will act as a bronchodilator that helps to relax and clear the airways. The caffeine content in regular coffee will help to control asthma. Choose a cup of hot black tea as well.
2. Consume foods that are rich in omega – 3 fatty acids like salmon, fatty fishes, tuna, sardines, cod, mackerel, etc. which helps to reduce the inflammation and clears airways.
3. Drink plenty of water, avoid too much intake of salt, alcohol, smoking, overeating, avoid perfumes, paints, chemicals and other medications, etc. has to be followed regularly to prevent asthma.
4. It’s better to maintain a diary to record all about triggers and other healthy foods that give relief from asthma along with regular exercises.
5. Cover your nose and mouth while going outside to get rid of environment pollutants.
6. Low humidity levels in the air can irritate the air passages which can trigger an asthma attack. A humidifier can be helpful in balancing the humidity levels and reducing the chances of asthma attacks. If you want to know the best humidifier for asthma, you can read here.
7. It’s advisable to keep your home pet free or else maintain proper hygiene to you and your pets to get relief from pet dander that flakes out and causes allergic asthma.
8. Include more of fresh fruits, vegetables, and green leafy vegetables in your daily diet which contains all essential nutrients that improve the functionality of your lungs.
9. Always remember that these remedies are not a substitute to your medications which your doctor prescribes you for treating asthma. Follow these remedies along with your regular medicines.
10. Consult your doctor regularly to know whether these remedies working effectively or not and also to choose the best which works well as per your health condition.
11. Protect your health from the weather as cold or hot or spring, try to protect your body to get rid of asthma.

This is all about Asthma Relieving Natural Remedies. Try them regularly, do you have any other methods or queries? Then share it with us.