The Two Kinds Of Asthma Supplies And When To Use Them

                    

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Every asthmatic wants to control or eliminate the miserable bouts of labored breathing that are the hallmark of asthma. To do this, patients rely on asthma supplies and keep them close at hand. Asthma supplies are of two types:

1. 'Preventers' do just as their name implies - they prevent attacks
2. 'Relievers', on the other hand, are emergency supplies to control or stop an attack once it has begun

Preventers: Long Term Solutions

As asthma attack is a frightening and painful affair. The victim struggles for breath and the more frightened or distressed he is, the more he will suffer. Naturally, all asthma sufferers want to avoid these debilitating bouts and they rely on preventers to reduce or eliminate this misery.

Preventers are taken over long periods of time, solely for the purpose of forestalling (preventing) attacks, or at least shortening them when they occur. They aren't instant remedies, but instead must be taken over a period of months, or even years, if they are to be effective. Many asthma patients use them daily.

The steroid Hydrocortisone, is an example of a popular preventer. This powerful medicine is naturally produced by the adrenal glands and is highly effective at reducing inflammation, the cause of choked breathing. Specifically, asthma is a narrowing of the air passages in the lungs, caused by inflammation, and hence increased resistance to airflow. Hydrocortison, over a period of time, reduces the inflammation, thus allowing for an easier passage of air.

It is well known that steroids cause serious side effects but Hydrocortisone is a "cortisteroid", rather than an "anabolis" steroid, made famous by certain athletes. It is usually a spray and supposedly less is needed if ingested in this way, thus reducing any negative effects.

Hydrocortisone does have side effects, such as insomnia, nausea, a lack of interest in eating or a sore throat.

Preventers that are in liquid or pill form have more opportunity to build up in the body and so are more dangerous. Anyone using this kind of preventer needs to be in frequent contact with some kind of medical monitoring system.

Medocromil and Cromolyn are preventers that are not steroids, and therefore not as strong. They are very popular with asthma patients whose illness isn't as severe. Kids are often successfully treated with these milder medicines.

Asthma preventers have no residual effects, meaning that once the patient ceases to take them, the inflammation regains a foothold and the asthma attacks once again become severe.

Relievers: Emergency Supplies

The most common reliever is the bronchodilator. It offers fast-acting relief, usually in about 20 minutes, and the effects last for up to six hours. Like all relievers, it is taken when an attack is ongoing and it helps expand the airways and improve the breathing of asthma patients. It can also be used before vigorous exercise or when outdoors in cold air, strictly for preventative purposes.

It's important for asthma patients to have both preventers and relievers on hand, depending upon the severity of their symptoms. Always remember, though, that medication should not be taken casually, but only when the need it great. The fewer drugs, the better in asthma and all other medical conditions.

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Critical Information On Surviving Asthma Attacks

                    

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Asthma is such a horrifying disease because the "attacks" that accompany it are so devastating and frightening to the sufferer. Naturally, everything that can be done medically to stop these is of primary importance, but when you're gasping desperately for oxygen, the #1 priority is to relieve the temporary medical stress and breathe freely once again.

So, what is the best way to shorten the attack and lessen its severity?

1. Nothing makes symptoms worst than panic! So, as best he can, the asthma patient needs to remain peaceful and not get overly upset about his situation. Education, of course, is key to this because knowing that the attack isn't life-threatening makes it easier to bear. Planning a medical response for when this does occur is not only physically wise, but mentally reassuring, so talk with your health practitioner and keep your medication handy.

2. Most asthmatics rely on "preventers" to avoid or lessen the number and severity of attacks. However, once one begins the patient must rely on a "reliever" like Hydrocortisone, Medocromil or Cromolyn. These are fast-acting relievers and the patient should begin to feel relief from his symptoms in 10-20 minutes. These episodes can be brought on my such triggers as vigorous exercise or cold weather, and in those instances, in might be best to use the preventer before involvement in these situations. Naturally, this decision should depend upon a collaboration between the patient and his doctor or healer.

3. Since fear only exacerbates symptoms, it's important to know when or if the patient needs more medical assistance than provided by the reliever. A generally valid guideline is this:

* Use your reliever and wait for 30 minutes * If necessary, use it for a second time and wait a similar length of time * If your symptoms are still extreme, get help from a medical professional

Naturally, your situation might be more severe and need more prompt attention. Be sure to work out a plan before an attack, rather than trying to second guess yourself when you can't breathe.

4. Asthmatics sometimes suffer from "second wave" attacks. The symptoms ease or even disappear - and then hours or even a couple of days later they reappear, often in a more intense form. These are usually more serious than the initial attacks and when we consider the symptoms of an asthma attack, we can understand why this is so:

* The muscles in your throat can become extremely tight and rigid - and this is made even worse by panic or stress

* Your air tubes will enlarge and inflame, meaning that the passageways through which the air must pass become even smaller

* The body's normal mucus becomes much more 'sticky' and thick, thereby clogging the breathing tubes

In a second wave attack, these symptoms can be decidedly more severe, critically narrowing the passages through which our life-giving oxygen must pass. When this occurs, often the only viable treatment is quick admission to a hospital or treatment center. In a really severe case, the only answer may be a tracheotomy, where doctors make an incisive in the trachea so the patient can bypass the constricted areas and receive necessary oxygen directly.

Possessing the correct information about asthma can't always stop an attack once it's begun, but knowing that the distress absolutely will pass helps to reassure any panicked patient.

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Adult Asthma ? Life?s Not Over!

                    

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While some people develop asthma as children, and continue to suffer after they have grown up, there is another group of individuals that are not diagnosed, or do not appear to have asthma symptoms, until they are adults. There is also a third group of adults that may be diagnosed with adult asthma, and those are individuals that had asthma as a child, then seemed to have no asthma over their teens and early adult years, and then start experiencing the symptoms again when they reach their late forties or early fifties.

As we all know, asthma can be very serious if it is not closely monitored and certain precautions aren?t taken. When a person is diagnosed as suffering from asthma as a child, they get more used to following precautions early on in their life. These precautions become almost second nature and so are easily followed later in adulthood. However, when adult asthma occurs as something completely new, it can take a lot of getting used to.

Causes of Adult Asthma

There can be a variety of reasons why adult asthma may appear. One of the most common types of adult asthma is allergic asthma, brought on by a reaction to one, or several different allergens. But whatever type of adult asthma is diagnosed, the person affected must take certain precautions they never had to deal with while growing up. And they certainly can?t give in to the old saying that you can?t teach old dogs new tricks: they must follow these precautions or else their adult asthma can seriously harm them or take their life. The precautions they need to take depend on what kind of adult asthma they suffer from.

Consult Your Doctor

The first step in taking back control of your life is to determine what kind of adult asthma you suffer from, and for that you?ll need to make an appointment with your doctor. Your doctor will be able to tell you, after performing a series of tests, what kind of asthma you have as well, as what activities or things to avoid. For instance, if your adult asthma is caused by an allergy to animal (e.g. dog) dander, you?ll want to avoid being in enclosed areas with any dog. Your doctor will also prescribe you medicine, usually in the form of an inhaler.

Fortunately, adult asthma doesn?t mean your life is over. Adult asthma can be serious and it can, in fact, be life threatening if certain precautions aren?t taken. It may take some getting used to but by making a small, conscious effort, you can do what you need to do in order to prevent asthma from controlling your life.

Precautions You need to Take

Many persons are frightened of the words ?adult asthma?, but as long as you can make some small changes to your everyday life, there?s no reason why you can?t live as long and as normal a life as anyone without asthma. Obviously, you?ll have to stay away from any activities or things that trigger your asthma and, above all, take notice of your doctor. If your doctor prescribes medicine, take your medicine. If your doctor gives you an inhaler, make sure you have your inhaler with you at all times. These small things are not difficult to get used to, but they can make a huge difference to the quality of your life, from both a physical and psychological point of view ? you?ll find that you can soon start paying much more attention to enjoying your life and much less attention to your adult asthma.
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Inhalers - Are They The Guardian Angels Of Asthma Sufferers?

                    

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Asthma inhalers have been genuine life savers. They are to asthmatics what anti-venom is to snake bites. An asthma inhaler is part of the management process and sufferers always have them at the ready if an attack is imminent.

The best known inhaler is a canister that delivers a metered dose. This is used by millions worldwide, from young to old and provides a welcome safety net for sufferers. Other types include a device which emits a powder when inhaled while asthma medication via a nebulizer is distributed as a mist.

How Do Inhalers Work?

The history of the asthma inhaler dates back to well over one hundred years. It has undergone a lot of improvements during that time but the basic principle has remained the same. It's only been recently that the compound used in these inhalers, CFC, is being switched over to halo carbons which in some variety of inhalers, is said to deliver a greater rate of absorption and potency.

During an asthma attack, the constriction of the muscles in the bronchial tubes makes it difficult to breathe. The action of a bronchodilator helps relax the muscles, opening up the airways thus enabling the sufferer to breathe a lot easier. In many cases, athletes who suffer from asthma will use their inhalers before and during sport. It was only recently during an Aussie Rules play-off game that one of the games star players was seen using his inhaler. The fact that he was playing sport at the elite level again emphasised the fact that asthma doesn't have to control your quality of life.

Doctors will also encourage sufferers to use their inhalers before going to bed at night and first thing in the morning, preferably when they wake up.

While broncodilators are appropriate for short term relief, corticosteroids provide relief long term. They act by preventing the bronchial tubes from re-constricting and is generally metered out in a powder form. For best results, the use of both is usually recommended by medical practitioners.

Using Inhalers Correctly Is Critical

Asthma inhalers require a little getting used to when first introduced to an asthmatic. While they look simple to use, timing is very important. During an attack, a sufferer doesn't have a lot of time to think about the situation and will react instinctively when reaching for his/her inhaler. The mouthpiece is simply placed in the mouth but as the button or tube is being pressed, the user is required to breathe in strongly in unison with the press down motion. This enables the medicine to reach the lungs and following it's release from the inhaler, the user will usually exhale just as strongly. Again, timing is critical during the exhale motion because if it happens too early, then valuable medicine is lost in the process.

Remember, while describing how to use an inhaler properly may seem a little trivial to some, to an asthma sufferer it's critical. The aim of the inhaler is to get them breathing normally again as quickly as possible. People sometimes forget that asthma is a killer and the trusty inhaler has been responsible for saving more than one life during it's inception.

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What is Asthma & What Are Some Natural Remedies For This Problem

                    

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Asthma is a lung condition affecting the bronchial tubes. This is a very common disease, affecting 1 out of 40 people. The symptoms are usually intermittent, meaning that they recur without any definite pattern. The symptoms of asthma occur sporadically but this disease is considered a chronic disease. This means that asthma may develop anytime in any stage of one's life.

The symptoms of asthma include difficulty in breathing, wheezing and coughing. Individuals who suffer from asthma are usually very sensitive to dust, smoke, pollen grains and other minute particles found in the air. Asthmatic people have sensitive lungs making them react to the slightest stimuli that can trigger the attack of the disease. Other causes of asthma include respiratory infections, hormone imbalances and stress. Food that may cause allergic reactions may also trigger asthma attacks, but in these cases the allergic reaction only affects the lungs. One should thus know the trigger foods that cause allergic reactions.

Asthmatic persons experience a narrowing of the small passageways of air in the lungs. This causes breathing difficulty or gasping. Once the airways become swollen, they become narrower, hence impeding the passage of air. The inflamed airways elicit mucous production that creates an obstacle to the flow of air.

There are generally two types of medication that may help to widen the lungs' airways. These medications are categorized as anti-inflammatory medicines and bronchodilator medicines. The former reduce inflammation while the latter dilates or widens the airways by relaxing the muscles surrounding these airways.

Modern understanding of asthma and substantial development on research on new medications now make it easier to control asthma. The quality of the air we breathe is very important for everyone but especially to individuals who have asthma and allergies. Polluted air always contains particles that may be ingested and may trigger asthma attacks. It is thus advisable for individuals prone to asthma to avoid environments that have poor air quality.

It is advisable to take medication for asthma treatment. However, additional nutritional supplements have been found to assist in helping individuals with asthma. One nutritional supplement suggested to help people with asthma is magnesium. A study has shown that people who got about 480 milligrams of magnesium a day from foods could expel more air from their lungs than people getting only about 200 milligrams of magnesium a day. The volume of air that can be expelled is considered an important indicator of healthy lungs.

Supplements containing fish oil also helps fight asthma. Oil in fatty fish such as mackerel, salmon and swordfish has anti-inflammatory that minimize breathing problems.

Vitamin C is also very important and can do more than ease sneezing. Vitamin C helps maintain healthy lungs. Vitamin C also seems to act as a natural antihistamine, which means that it helps reduce the lungs' sensitivity to histamine, a biochemical released by cells during allergic reactions.

For individuals with asthma, it is best to discuss with your doctor the nutritional supplements you plan to take. It is not advisable, though, to replace medication with dietary supplements.

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Seeking An Alternative Asthma Medicine

                    

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Asthma affects millions of people worldwide. A disease of the respiratory system, asthma causes airways to constrict so that breathing is hindered. Sufferers of asthma know how terrifying the disease can be and how dependent they are on medicines such as respiratory inhalers to protect their health and often their lives.

But there is a movement of asthma sufferers who are now turning to alternative asthma medicine to alleviate their symptoms and prevent attacks. While not focused on traditional remedies, alternative asthma medicine can be just as effective in ensuring long lasting health for its patients.

However, bear in mind that no alternative asthma medicine should be used independently. Asthma is a disease and should be treated as such; proper medical supervision by a licensed doctor who specializes in asthma is always recommended. Rather, alternative asthma medicine can be used in conjunction with traditional medicine so that patients can receive the best of both worlds in asthma treatment.

In seeking alternative asthma medicine, asthma sufferers have reported success with a number of different strategies including consistent and dedicated chiropractic treatments, acupuncture, laser treatments, and even yoga.

Each of these alternative asthma medicine treatments requires consistency. They are not quick fixes or one time only procedures. Many asthma patients report a weekly regimen of alternative asthma medicine, along with the care and guidance of a professional medical doctor has gone a long way to increased health.

Logic follows that if you treat the whole body in a preventative way, in many cases symptoms of specific illness are vastly improved. Further, asthma sufferers report an increased feeling of control; they are taking control of their asthma, taking ongoing preventative measures to alleviate symptoms and ward off asthma attacks in the future.

Do your research before you begin experimenting with alternative asthma medicine. Many online forums will offer you a chance to talk to other asthma sufferers; learning what has worked for other people can help you narrow down the options as well as educate you on the experience before you give it a try.

No matter which route you choose in search of alternative asthma medicine, you are likely to find that a combination of several treatments works best for you. No one remedy is likely to completely eradicate asthma. But with research, patience, and ongoing experimentation, you can find your own path to treatment through alternative asthma medicine.

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Asthma: Emphysema vs Asthma

                    

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In the past emphysema has been seen as a death sentence. Your doctor or specialist may have explained to you that this condition is progressive, and will eventually stop you from breathing at all. You may have been told that new drugs are becoming available all the time, and new research is happening.

If you are youngish, then you may have been told there is a chance for a lung transplant later. Some doctors will simply say to make the most of the rest of your life while you still can.

While this is pretty good advice to follow anyway, there are some really interesting other things to know about. There is a theory that smoking causes emphysema. There are literally thousands of people who have emphysema, but have never smoked ? ever. They have never been exposed to even passive in any dose; they have the same condition as a 'two-packs-a-day-for-thirty-years' smoker.

Other people have what scientists describe as alpha antitrypsin deficiency, which is a genetic code that produces less of an enzyme that is needed in your lungs than 'normal' people. The interesting thing is that in the vast majority of these cases, the emphysemic condition is not seen until later in life ? even though the genetic pattern that says there should be emphysema has been there since birth.

What is the missing factor that explains what is going on?

The Missing Factor

The missing factor is the depth of breathing of each person. The only difference between asthma and emphysema is where it occurs in your breathing system. Very simply put, asthma happens in the airpipes [called 'bronchi'], whereas emphysema occurs in the bulb-like sacs at the end of the airpipes called 'alveoli'. Asthma is restriction of airflow by either squeezing the airpipes with special muscles, or blocking it up with sticky mucus, or both. Emphysema is the clogging up of the alveoli at the end of the airpipes with mucus.

The restriction of breathing in both conditions has the same cause.

Your body is try to restrict the airflow to prevent further loss of carbon dioxide [CO2]. From other articles written on Asthma you will know that if you lose too much CO2, then your body will not work, and you will die. The restriction of your airflow in asthma and emphysema is simply your body's way of forcing you to stop losing so much CO2.

Smoking

Smoking is a double whammy for emphysema. The deep breathing associated with smoking causes the loss of more CO2, which induces your mucus factories [special glands that produce mucus or 'phlegm'] to increase their output. Added to this is the effect of bringing foreign particles into your lungs. This also causes an increase in mucus production [to clean up the bits of tar and debris]. The effect is a huge increase in mucus and it is no wonder that alveoli [and bronchi] clog up.

An additional effect of bringing all of this cigarette muck into your lungs is to increase the chance of your lung cells mutating and giving you cancer. The other effect of smoking [while we are bashing this silly habit!] is that it introduces hot, dry air to your lungs. Your lungs are wet and sloppy and they function best this way. When they dry out or are heat affected they are easily damaged, and more likely to become cancerous or infected.

To conclude my tirade on smoking if you are addicted to nicotine, then find another way to get it into your body. If you must do this via your lungs then use a similar device to what marijuana or opium smokers use a pipe or 'bong'. This drags the smoke filled air through water which 'washes' it a little, and cools it a lot. The amount of gunk that gets into your lungs is decreased and you can actually see it in the foul smelling water that is left. Of course to use these devices you have to breathe very deeply, so you will still lose CO2, and still probably get emphysema but you may have a lower chance of getting cancer of the lungs, lips, mouth or throat.

If you must continue to smoke, then at least bear in mind the lessons contained in this article. You will be able to reduce the symptoms of emphysema if you follow this breathing model because you will be stopping one of the factors that produce the symptoms. The other will still exist, and you will continue to do damage until you stop.

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Asthma: Blocked Nose, Post Nasal Drip, Itchy Nose or Eyes

                    

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There is only one way to get asthma or a blocked nose and that is because you are breathing like an elephant. You are not an elephant, and your body will try to stop you from breathing so much.

Your nose may block up, and make your lungs get wheezy, and you may feel stuff in your lungs and want to cough.

If your child nose becomes completely blocked, then the Steps exercise should be done until it is clear enough to breathe through. Usually only one set is needed. The key is to ensure that breathing is only through the nose after the steps [like a mouse].

If the breathing is elephant-like ? the nose will just block up again. If it does, then repeat the steps. If it is only partially blocked, then ask the child to just breath like a mouse, and try to make it clear. With practice they will soon be able to unblock nose with just breathing.

If the symptoms of asthma occur, tightness, wheeze or cough occur ? remember the elephant and the mouse. Reinforce the statement with your child that the only way to get asthma is to first breathe like an........ [Elephant]. To make it go away you just breathe like a little mouse ..... [turn palm up] through your ........[point to nose!]

If your child begins to cough then you must teach them how to cough through their nose. Have a little practice with them. When they feel a tickle in their throat, instead of coughing with their mouth, they should firstly try to just ignore it, but if they have to then cough via nose. This is more like an 'AH-HRRM' or throat clearing before a speech.

At the same time reinforce again the mouse breathing. If you do not allow yourself to cough, then the urge to cough will simply go away. If you do allow the coughing cycle to start 'it will get worse and worse' as the deep breathing causes more and more CO2 to be lost will cause the production of more and more mucus.

To cough a lot you must breathe like a big..........Elephant. On occasions with smaller children, they may say to you that they cannot stop the cough. Here you must be firm if you want them to become free of the cycle. They are simply not allowed to cough. [Yell if you must, but it is usually better to do more closed mouth coughing practice.] Obviously also explain that they can cough if they are choking on something.

If you notice a post nasal drip, which is fluid running down the back of your throat, then the procedure is the same. Mouse breathing first, and if that does not stop it, then do steps until it has stopped.

Same applies to itchy nose and eyes. If you see your child doing the 'allergic salute', pushing on their nose because it is itchy, explains again that they have been breathing like a big ......elephant! Itchy eyes might be gently rinsed [eyes closed!] with cool clean water, followed by mouse breathing.

Finger Under the Nose

It is very useful to use your finger for feedback on the depth of your breathing. The more gentle and passive, the better. When you ask your child to check their breathing [even teenagers] ensure they use their finger under their noses. The other feedback is any noise created by breathing. If you or they can hear a 'wheeze' try and make it silent. If there is whistle because a nose is partially blocked, then they should breathe like a mouse so that it cannot be heard. In both of these cases if you reduce breathing depth you will soon stop the wheeze and unblock the nose. If it does not then a series of steps should be done.

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Yoga: Relieving Asthma

                    

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Yoga teaching dates back thousands of years and stems from the ancient Vedic wisdom often referred to as the Science of Life.

The science of breath and the conscious utilization of what is usually an unconscious process is the specialized province of Yoga with its system. Its system developed from centuries of observation and application of recognized traditional techniques used in the art of breath control. Study was made of the effect of different breathing habits upon both physical and psychological health as well as spiritual well-being. The science therefore extends beyond the western approach to the subject and offers information of vital interest to all, as we share the common life sustaining need to breathe every moment of our lives.

The need for air and the associated process of breathing holds its own as the most vital life nourishment, more important than food and water. It is no wonder that we tend to panic when the natural pumping of air and life into our bodies is interrupted and this is exactly what happens to a person, whether child or adult, when the spasms of asthma occur.

Healing practices of yoga are employed in India under appropriate supervision relating to the traditional Indian customs or under western medical professional care, according to choice. However, yogic techniques for home use in the West, as outlined here, are usually applied in conjunction with orthodox treatment and relief through drugs and sprays according to current medical practice. But these should be gradually reduced as the sufferer becomes independent of the need. It is advisable to maintain medical supervision particularly with children, many of whom will readily respond to the following simple exercises and suggestions.

First Preparation - Ensure that both nostrils are free

Apart from the obvious reason that the air passages must be unimpeded to allow full inhalation and absorption of oxygen by the lungs there is an additional purpose that relates to the need to balance the flow of air through the nostrils as it directly affects the brain, so intimately placed behind. This balance guarantees a calm nervous system.

So we begin with ensuring that the nostrils are both free of mucous. Each nostril should be free of obstruction and this condition maintained if possible throughout.

Check to see if both your nostrils are open now. If you cannot draw air through let us say the Right nostril and blowing the nose is no remedy, then try the following:

Place the closed right fist (in this case) under the left armpit and press the arm down so that the knuckles press into a spot on the underside of the arm and on the torso also. It is important that you find the 'right spot' that will be quite tender. Holding this position, take some deep breaths maintaining the pressure for a minute or two. It is usual that if the nostril is blocked for no other reason, simple nerve pressure in this manner will be successful and for a time both nostrils will then be free. Be patient until you are successful. Of course reverse the process in the case of a blocked Left nostril.

It must be understood that it is natural for one nostril to be open and functioning more freely than the other and this alternating pattern ensures that our natural air conditioning system works well in maintaining the necessary balance for health. There is also a period when both nostrils are equally free between times. Keep a check on this and you will observe differences throughout the day.

The technique will certainly help in cases of chronic conditions but if suffering acute asthma it is likely that you will have to resort rather to the simple method of applying cold water compress, or even iced water to the bridge of the nose and this in itself can sometimes be helpful in relieving nasal congestion and reducing the intensity of an asthma attack.

Breathing Exercises

The following disciplines are related to periods in the day when the asthma sufferer is temporarily free of symptoms:

Balancing Inhalation and Exhalation It is common to find that each individual varies in regard to ease of inhalation and exhalation and that there are greater capacities and difference in degree of air flow in the dual process. In the case of asthma, it is recognized that it is usually the exhalation that must gradually be improved. This can be done quite simply.

Extend the Exhalation Begin with breathing in to an easy count, say of 4 seconds and breathing out for the same, to establish a rhythmic flow. Continue for a minute or two and then make a change. Inhale to a count of 4 but exhale trying to double the time to a count of 8. If this is difficult, reduce to a count of 3 in and 6 out. Continue for a few minutes only and then rest.

Regular use of this simple exercise will draw your attention to what is required regarding elementary control of the breath.

Adjustments to the Diet

Asthma is known to be exacerbated, if not caused, by unnatural chemical agencies in the diet and chemicals and toxins in the environment of the patient. Also the general constituents of diet must be considered, not only because of allergies but by any imbalance. Asthmatics often have built up an imbalance through favouring a diet with too much carbohydrate content, comprise of refined sugars and processed starches. Dairy products are to be avoided altogether for a period of time if one is serious about reducing symptoms of this disease.

Increasing use of herbs in the diet is important with some being specific remedies for respiratory complaints. No amount of attention to breath control will cure anyone suffering from asthma created by toxic materials ingested within his own body and which are now stifling him. Some asthmatics are obviously suffering from a situation of internal body pollution and a heavily burdened toxic bloodstream that produces symptoms such as dull eyes, nasal congestion, mouth breathing and frightening asthma attacks.

Generally however the approach to relieving asthma involves attention to all the main health factors and there is much to be gained by continuing to learn what yoga therapy offers. There are many simple, natural practices that offer additional or alternative methods of therapy that can prove effective in relieving asthma and may be safely be done at home. It is therefore important, in assessing a natural approach, that attention is given to correct the basic factors of preparation. The nostrils must be free and the nutritional aspect adjusted before we look to the deep-seated nervous condition and the psychological factors behind this disease and realise how important a role relaxation plays in bringing relief.

Michael Russell

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The Secret of Nocturnal Asthma

                    

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Remember there is only one way you can get asthma. Asthma during sleep is also as simple. When the human body becomes horizontal, the resistance to deeper breathing is reduced. Ie it is a lot easier to breathe more deeply when you are lying down. As soon as you become unconscious, your breathing gets deeper and deeper, simply because of the horizontal position.

Some people, particularly children, will develop asthma within 2 hours of going to bed. The night cough often starts at this time, because the CO2 is low and mucus production has increased.

The other common time for problems is between 3:30 and 5:00 am, when the body is at it's deepest point of sleep, which also causes the breathing to be greater at this time. You may notice that people start to snore, or they wake with full bladders, or, if children, they may 'wet the bed' at this time. These are all associated with low CO2 that is caused by overbreathing.

Snoring is simply your body attempting to reduce the airflow by swelling the throat and reducing the size of the pipe. Obstructive sleep apnea is a more severe defence of this type.

In terms of bladder problems, these are usually caused in sleep by spasms of smooth muscle in response to low CO2. The same smooth muscle which lines the airpipes and bloodpipes, also lines the bladder.

When CO2 is low, it will constrict making the bladder feel full. This will wake an adult, but a child may simply urinate.

Sleeping is a danger time. The majority of heart attacks and strokes occur at the time of deepest sleep and therefore the deepest breathing.

Asthmatics will very commonly wake feeling constricted or coughing after deepest sleep.

What Can We Do About It?

The first point is that the better our breathostat is set during the day, the less problem we will have with sleep. So simply by doing our shallow breathing during the day, the better our nights will be.

More practical steps include not sleeping on your back. It is far easier to breathe more deeply on your back, as there is less resistance. Lie down and test it. If you rest on your side, it is physically more difficult to take a deep breath. This is easily seen in people who snore. They often only do so while on their back. Rolling them on their side usually stops or reduces the noise.

So step one is to sleep on your side not your back. This will not make your breathing good, only less bad. We already know the effect of food on breathing as it increases it. If you lie down after eating a large meal, you will have a double whammy.

Your breathing will be increased by the food and by your horizontal position.

Do not have meals or high protein snacks [like warm milk or hot chocolate] or alcohol before going to bed.

Your Mouth, Possibly the greatest factor in nocturnal asthma is the fact that while asleep you have no conscious control over whether or not you breathe through your mouth or nose. Your mouth can just drop open.

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Asthma Attacks

                    

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Asthma can be life-threatening. It is a lung disease that is caused by the contraction of the muscles in the airways, making it difficult to breathe. Asthma is mostly characterized by coughing after crying or laughing; wheezing; panting or shortness of breath; and frequent allergies. When you experience one or more of these symptoms, and it seems that your condition is not improving, then you are most likely an asthmatic person.

Asthma attacks usually happen when the muscles in the bronchial tubes contract. When this happens, the cells make more mucus than usual. The extra mucus blocks the airways and disrupts breathing. An asthma attack is usually associated with the feeling of drowning. If you are an asthma sufferer, you may or may not have experienced severe attacks. Some are fortunate enough to feel only mild symptoms. Others, on the other hand, suffer so much that they have to be rushed to the hospital.

Information on Asthma Attacks

Since asthma attacks can be fatal, you must learn as much as you can about preventing such episodes. Read up on asthma symptoms, irritants that can trigger asthma, foods to avoid, remedies and treatments. You can obtain valuable information from medical books. A lot of sites on the Internet tackle asthma issues. There are also online forums you can join. Here, a lot of asthmatic people talk about their condition and the steps they have taken to improve their quality of life.

Based on the results of your research, you may find that asthma triggers vary from person to person. Be aware of your body. Identify the food and materials that you are sensitive to. Knowing your own specific triggers can go a long way in helping prevent severe asthma attacks.

Try reading up on medication, therapy and natural remedies. Discuss your findings with your doctor. You can decide on which treatment is best for you if you have a wealth of information regarding asthma.

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Why Are So Many Children Getting Asthma?
By Deborah Mumm

Go to any grade school or high school sporting event! Take a peek at the sideline bench and note how many inhalers you see. Did you know that the number one reason children miss school is asthma? Why the explosion of asthma and respiratory problems in children?
4 Reasons Respiratory Problems are on the Rise!

1) Couch Potato Generation kids weigh more, exercise less and spend more time indoors.
2) Too much antibiotic use - Immune systems never get much opportunity to fight infections, and then react abnormally to airborne contaminants.
3) Air Pollution Pollution does not cause asthma but can be a trigger for an attack. Cars and factories now have stricter controls on emissions but the problem is still there.
4) Indoor Air Pollution 20 years ago no one ever heard of Indoor Pollution! Since the Energy Crisis in the 70s, buildings became more energy efficient. This meant all pollutants became trapped inside. Many of the items we furnish our home and school with are outgassing contaminants continually. Carpeting, curtains, cleaning products, particle board furniture and more! With people spending 90-% of their days indoors, this becomes a problem!

4 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Kids from Allergy & Asthma Reactions!

1) Watch for days when pollen counts are high and restrict vigorous exercise on hot days.
2) Avoid Wood Stoves and fireplaces in the home and NEVER allow smoking in the home of an asthmatic.
3) Keep pets out of the bedrooms.
4) Make sure kitchen, bathrooms, and basement are well ventilated to cut down on mold in humidity.
5) Put pillows and mattresses in allergen-impermeable covers to cut down exposure to dust mites.
6) Use non-toxic cleaning products and avoid perfumes and scented products.
7) A filter-less air purifier is highly recommended since a filter can only capture a small portion of allergens.
To learn more about products for a healthier indoor environment, please visit my website at www.myhealthysolutions.com or register here for my bi-weekly issue of
The Achoo Reviewan online newsletter to help you and your family with allergies and asthma.

Why Are So Many Children Getting Asthma?
By Deborah Mumm

Go to any grade school or high school sporting event! Take a peek at the sideline bench and note how many inhalers you see. Did you know that the number one reason children miss school is asthma? Why the explosion of asthma and respiratory problems in children?
4 Reasons Respiratory Problems are on the Rise!

1) Couch Potato Generation kids weigh more, exercise less and spend more time indoors.
2) Too much antibiotic use - Immune systems never get much opportunity to fight infections, and then react abnormally to airborne contaminants.
3) Air Pollution Pollution does not cause asthma but can be a trigger for an attack. Cars and factories now have stricter controls on emissions but the problem is still there.
4) Indoor Air Pollution 20 years ago no one ever heard of Indoor Pollution! Since the Energy Crisis in the 70s, buildings became more energy efficient. This meant all pollutants became trapped inside. Many of the items we furnish our home and school with are outgassing contaminants continually. Carpeting, curtains, cleaning products, particle board furniture and more! With people spending 90-% of their days indoors, this becomes a problem!

4 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Kids from Allergy & Asthma Reactions!

1) Watch for days when pollen counts are high and restrict vigorous exercise on hot days.
2) Avoid Wood Stoves and fireplaces in the home and NEVER allow smoking in the home of an asthmatic.
3) Keep pets out of the bedrooms.
4) Make sure kitchen, bathrooms, and basement are well ventilated to cut down on mold in humidity.
5) Put pillows and mattresses in allergen-impermeable covers to cut down exposure to dust mites.
6) Use non-toxic cleaning products and avoid perfumes and scented products.
7) A filter-less air purifier is highly recommended since a filter can only capture a small portion of allergens.
To learn more about products for a healthier indoor environment, please visit my website at www.myhealthysolutions.com or register here for my bi-weekly issue of
The Achoo Reviewan online newsletter to help you and your family with allergies and asthma.

Deborah Mumm has been an Indoor Environmental Consultant for 7 years. She has helped hundreds of people with her tips and healthy products. http://www.myhealthysolutions.com