HEALING ASTHMA THROUGH AYURVEDA

WHEN you have asthma, your airways narrow and swell. They produce extra mucus and breathing becomes difficult.

The most common asthma signs and symptoms are coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath.

For some people, asthma symptoms are a minor nuisance.

For others, they’re a major problem that interferes with daily activities.

If you have severe asthma, you may be at risk of a lifethreatening asthma attack.

Asthma signs and symptoms include:

Shortness of breath. Chest tightness or pain. Trouble sleeping caused by shortness of breath, coughing or wheezing.

An audible whistling or wheezing sound when exhaling (wheezing is a common sign of asthma in children).

Bouts of coughing or wheezing that are worsened by a respiratory virus such as a cold or the flu.

Signs your asthma is

getting worse:

More frequent and bothersome asthma signs and symptoms.

Increasing difficulty breathing (this can be measured by a peak flow meter, a simple device used to check how well your lungs are working).

An increasingly frequent need to use a quick-relief inhaler. DON’TS:

Eating black grams, raw milk, sour curd, excess salt, flesh of aquatic and wetland animals.

Excessive use of cold water and cold drinks.

Excessive exposure to dust, smoke, wind, cold, cold baths or excessive heat, sun, exhausting exercise, excessive sexual activities or suppression of natural urges. PREVENTATIVE TIPS:

Avoid cold and damp places.

Go for evening walks.

Avoid over eating. Have a light dinner one hour before going to bed.

Avoid tobacco, wine and smoking.

Keep rooms well ventilated. Avoid air conditioners, coolers and direct air of fans.

Avoid perfumes and mosquito repellents. Drink lots of boiled water. Practise yoga.

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