Herbs For Asthma

24 Jul

Posted by Dr John Anne as Herbs

Have you tried using herbs for asthma? They are the new wonder cure for asthma. Asthma, as you know, is an abnormal condition of the lungs. The typical symptoms of this condition are difficulty in breathing and wheezing. People, who suffer from asthma, have hyper sensitive airways. These airways become narrow and cause obstruction when they are inflamed. This obstruction results in the difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath etc.

Garlic

The powerful odor of garlic cloves also contains chemicals that can improve your blood circulation and decrease inflammation. Garlic can be eaten (if you so prefer), can be taken in capsules or liquids. It is one of the most effective and inexpensive herbs for asthma. Sometimes the strong odor of garlic helps you to take deeper breaths.

If you catch yourself off without your medication, a few cups of coffee have been shown to be a good emergency substitute in helping open the bronchial tubes. Coffee, tea, cocoa, chocolate and other caffeinated drinks or foods are good to help fend off a severe asthma attack. Not only do they contain caffeine but they also contain two other major asthma fighting compounds, theobromine and theophylline, both of which are xanthines.

Lung Deficiency:

Patients with Lung deficiency typically experience asthma attacks triggered by changes in weather or exposure to allergens or viral infections, with sneezing, stuffy nose and sinus congestion. During remission, patients may experience wheezing, shortness of breath, and a low voice spontaneous. Patients with Lung Qi Deficiency typically have weak immune systems and are susceptible to catching colds. Our White Tiger Return Formula reverses Lung Deficiency.

Licorice Root has also been proven as an effective herb for asthma treatment. Licorice Root has been evaluated in the treatment of asthma and scientists have discovered that it assists in defeating the inflammation that constricts the airways in the asthma patient. This is the most highly rated herb for asthma today as a result of its healing properties.

Many other herbs for asthma treatment have been evaluated for properties that help the asthma sufferer. Some of these herbs for asthma treatment include; seed of lobelia, marshmallow root, garlics and onions and other remedies on the holistic front.

Ephedra

The Chinese have prescribed what they call ma huang, ephedra, for asthma for thousands of years. And yes, ephedra is the main ingredient in Ephedrine (”speed”), so you want to carefully follow the directions on this one, unless you want to find yourself clawing the ceiling. Ephedra is a legal herb for asthma and other medical problems, found in Chinese specialty shops, health food stores or even specialty pharmacies.

Coltsfoot acts as an antispasmodic and sedative. It is an herb for asthma that soothes and calms the patient. Coltsfoot can be consumed directly by chewing or through the preparation of a medicinal tea made from the dried coltsfoot to ease cough and relieve chest pain in chest colds. This tea is also beneficial in the cure of whooping cough and viral pneumonia.

Overall, there are many treatments for asthma, and herbal methods are becoming more and more popular. If nothing else is helping your asthma, you will want to look into some of the herbs listed above. You may be surprised to find out that these can do a lot for you and your breathing problems.