Breathing Remedies

There are several reasons why you may be having breathing difficulties. The disease of asthma and nasal and chest congestion are common causes of this ailment. Asthma is an inflammation of the lungs and needs proper medical treatment, but you also can treat it at home. Congestion is often caused by the cold virus or a sinus infection. With either cause, sufferers have access to treatments to combat breathing problems.

Salt Water Solution

• Mucus in sinus passages can become dry and thick, making it difficult for someone to breathe through their nose. A simple salt water solution will clean this area and moisten the mucus enough to relieve pressure in the nasal area. Simply stir a quarter of a teaspoon of kosher salt along with a quarter teaspoon of baking soda in one cup of warm water. Using a neti pot or a bulb syringe, place your face over a sink, plugging your right nostril while squirting this solution into your left nostril. Unplug your right nostril and allow the solution to drain from that side. Repeat this procedure with the other nostril.

Quercetin

• Breathing problems are mostly caused by some sort of inflammation. Quercetin is a bioflavonoid that helps reduce inflammation. This product comes in a tablet form and can be taken up to three times a day. According to researchers at Boston University, Quercetin is also a histamine blocker. You can find this chemical in red wine, tea, apples and some other foods.

Omega 3

• Also an anti-inflammatory, Omega 3 is often found in foods such as cold water fish, walnuts and flax seeds. These are fatty acids that help reduce the negative symptoms of hay fever. For best results, take this supplement three to four times a week.