Treating asthma and curing it.

[Asthma attacks may be caused by an allergic response to tobacco, smoke, air pollutants, pollen, climate, colds and viruses, emotions or stress.]

The word asthma is used as a blanket term to cover a condition that is characterised by episodes of breathlessness caused by intermittent narrowing of bronchial tubes.


Symptoms include

* Wheezing
* Coughing
* Feeling of tightness in the chest
* Breathlessness

Exercise induced asthma (EIA) is usually brought on by vigorous aerobic activity


However, exercise should not be avoided. Medications and intelligent understanding of triggers can result in tremendous physical ability to benefit from an exercise routine. As long as the asthma is under control, exercise is safely recommended to keep the lungs and body in good condition. Exercise will strengthen the lungs, boost the immune system, strengthen the body and help in maintaining a healthy body weight.



Breathing exercises and cardiovascular exercises (such as walking, swimming) are recommended, as they will help strengthen the breathing muscles and improve overall fitness. The only sport not recommended is scuba diving.



Diaphragmatic breathing (to improve the lung capacity)

*Breathing technique
*Lie on your back or sit tall
* Breathe in slowly through the nose so that the stomach expands during inhaling and falls inward during exhaling.
* Practice this exercise for 5 minutes, 3-4 times per day.

The diaphragm is the most efficient muscle for breathing.

Regular practice will:

*Strengthen the diaphragm
*Slow breathing rate
*Decrease oxygen demand

It is necessary to obtain your doctor’s clearance before beginning any type of exercise programme.

*Take extra time to warm up before exercising.
*Don’t rush through your cool down; extending it can help prevent the asthma attacks that occur immediately following an exercise session.
* Rest when necessary and listen to body signals.
*Avoid exercising in polluted environments, or in cold or dry air.
*Keep yourself hydrated.