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Asthma Supplements

Asthma is a lung disease that causes obstruction of the airways and spasms of the bronchi (small airways). Typical symptoms include coughing, wheezing, a feeling of tightness in the chest and difficulty breathing. Although medications usually are necessary, taking nutritional supplements may help this condition.

  1. Omega-3 Fatty Acids

    • Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish, flaxseed and primrose oils, all of which are needed by the body to ward off prostaglandins that cause inflammation of the bronchial passages, which cause asthma.

    Vitamin C

    • Vitamin C works as a gentle antihistamine in the body without the side effects of medications. It is also a potent antioxidant that prevents damage to the lungs from free radicals and stimulates white blood cells to fight infection.

    Quercetin

    • Quercetin is a bioflavonoid that has antihistamine and anti-allergic properties. Since allergies may cause asthma in many individuals, this supplement is helpful in suppressing allergic reactions.

    Magnesium

    • Magnesium may stop an acute asthmatic episode by increasing the vital capacity of the lungs. It also relaxes the smooth muscle tissues, which dilates the inflamed bronchial passages.

    Vitamin B6

    • Vitamin B6 stimulates the immune system and decreases inflammation that occurs in the lungs during an attack.

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