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.

Improve sperm count and save the sperms

Quit smoking

That much-awaited smoke break with your colleagues might be a good excuse to get the latest on the office grapevine, but does no good to your performance in bed. Research has proved that men who smoke not only suffer from low sex drive but the nicotine in the body plays a role in regressing the sperm count by affecting its motility and production. Trading smoking for a healthy sperm count isn't a bad idea after all, right?

Check medication

When under medication, it is vital to consult your doctor on the possible side effects that it may have. Many drugs have been found to hamper the sperm production and thereby reduce the partner's chances of conception. For example, anti-psychotic drugs and also those meant to control blood pressure may cause erectile dysfunction and affect sperm production. If the drugs are found to interfere with your sperm production or lead to low desire, ask your doctor to suggest a viable option as soon as possible.

Keep it cool

Heat and sperms: a terrible combination. It is important to keep your testicles cool if you wish to have a healthy sperm count. Avoid tight-fitting underwear and pants as they raise the testicles' temperature and are known to hamper sperm production. The same logic applies to hot saunas. To beat the ill-effects of heat, dip your scrotum in cold water every day for five minutes.

Eat healthy

Do not ignore a healthy diet, no matter what. A healthy and nutritious diet has a direct impact on your sperm count and its potency. Let go of junk food and have a well-balanced diet that's rich in proteins and meets your daily calorie requirement. Also, ensure that you get yourself lots of vitamin A, C and E.

Go Ayurveda way

Some Ayurveda drugs and herbs can prove to be beneficial for those dealing with the problem of low-sperm count. Consult a credible doctor to prescribe the right herbs for you.

Check your weight

Shed those extra kilos as they might lead to low sperm count. Obesity has many causes which may also be linked to sperm production. For example, thyroid problem is known to lead to weight gain and it also affects the sperm count. Find out the reason for your obesity and counter it with regular exercise and an active lifestyle.

Be an alert techie

Do not sit with your laptop on your lap as the heat emitted from it will come in direct contact with your testicles. As a result, the temperature in that area goes up, leading to lower sperm count. While working on a laptop, make sure you keep it on a separate surface.

Virility vs fertility

It is important to note that sex has two aspects: pleasure and procreation. It is extremely vital not to mix the two. Many couples refrain from having sexual relations considering it as a futile act owing to infertility. But that's a big mistake.Sex is an important aspect of marriage and its role shouldn't be undermined. A sperm count of below 20 million per milliliter is considered as low sperm count. However, one must not forget that it requires only one sperm to fertilise the egg. Today, technology has improved by leaps and bounds and it is possible for men to father a child in spite of low fertility levels. So if your fertility is low, don't get discouraged.