Monday, 1 May 2017

Asthma - Foods to eat and avoid





10 best foods for asthma

1. Sunflower seeds: rich in selenium,  which help to reduce broncho constriction

2. Flax seeds: rich in omega 3 fatty acids, potassium & magnesium which reduce inflammation of airways, also rich in selenium

3. Buckwheat /KUTTU: It is considered a hypoallergenic food, which means that it is unlikely to cause allergic reactions.. In addition to being an unlikely allergen, buckwheat delivers an abundance of magnesium, a mineral that helps treat constricted airways by relaxing the muscles around the bronchial tubes

4. Garlic: rich in antioxidant which has anti-inflammatory property

5. Ginger: has strong anti-inflammatory property



6. Turmeric: rich in curcumin which has strong anti-inflammatory property, reduces congestion & wheezing

7. Amla: rich in Vitamin C which helps to reduce the inflammation and boost the immunity

8. Sweet potatoes:  one of the least allergic food, rich in Vitamin C & Magnesium

9. Tomatoes: Lycopene has a strong anti inflammatory property

10. Apples & berries: rich in quercetin  which is anti histamine, anti inflammatory



10 worst foods for asthma



1. Non veg food: a common trigger for asthma, allergic reactions.

2. Sulfites: Found as preservative in pickled food, canned food

3. Artificial food colours

4. Artificial flavours

5. Preservatives in packaged food



6. Milk and milk products: one of the most common allergens & also increase mucus secretions and causes airway inflammation

7. Salt: in excess can aggravate asthma by fluid retention

8. Pesticides & fertilizers used in food cultivation

9. Wheat: common allergen

10. Peanuts: if one is allergic to it

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