Asthma

In asthma, there is a widespread airways obstruction, which leads to coughing, wheezing, difficult to breathe and trouble sleeping. In susceptible individuals, asthmatic reactions can be triggered by certain stimuli, such as exercise, cold air, and allergens, including pollen, animal dander, and dust mites. Stress and anxiety can also trigger asthma attack. In some cases, this condition can be life threatening and should be treated accordingly. Natural remedies for asthma can help to reduce the severity and frequency of attacks. 

Home Remedies

• A steam inhalation of eucalyptus or lavender essential oils can be taken
     during an attack and immediately afterwards to ease panic and help open
     airways.
• Take one tsp fresh ginger juice mixed with a cup of fenugreek decoction
     and honey to taste. This mixture acts as a excellent expectorant.

• Take 2/3 glass of carrot juice and 1/3 glass of spinach juice thrice a day.

• Take 1/4 cup of onion juice, add 1 teaspoon honey and 1/8 teaspoon black
     pepper and drink; which will relieve congestion and alleviate 
     breathlessness and is effective for immediate relief of asthma.

Do's

• Breathing exercise.

• Use dust mite protectors and an air purifier in home.

Don’ts

• Avoid things that make symptoms worse, such as cigarette smoke or
     allergens (triggers).

• Avoid most dairy products, including all cheeses.

• Avoid fermented foods.

• Avoid stress.

See Doctor

• Chest pain, swollen feet and profuse sweating along with difficult
     breathing.

• History of heart problems.