The best teas for asthma relief

By VERA AWUAH

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Asthma is a chronic disorder that affects the lining of your airways, which become inflamed and narrow, resulting in symptoms like coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. It’s generally found in men, women and children around the world.  Although there are many conventional treatments for asthma, some herbal teas may relieve symptoms when there is an attack and that are effective and beneficial to people of asthmatic conditions.

 Here are teas that may provide asthma relief.

 1.GINGER TEA:

Ginger tea is made by boiling the root of the ginger plant.  This powerful spice is loaded with nutrients and bio-active compounds. It’s associated with benefits like reduced inflammation, nausea, and relief for lower blood sugar levels. Research suggests that Ginger may help relieve asthma symptoms.  Alternatively, you can make Ginger tea at home. Simply grate a small knob of peeled ginger steep it in one cup (240ml) of boiling water for 10-20 minutes, depending on your desired strength. Then strain out the ginger. You can now enjoy your Ginger tea as is or with a dash of lemon, or cinnamon. Ginger contains gingerols and shogaols, which are compounds that may provide temporary relief from asthma symptoms.

2 GREEN TEA:

Green tea is a popular beverage derived from the leaves of the Camellia synesis plant. it’s packed with Nutrients plants compounds and antioxidants, which are tied to weight loss, as well as a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and certain Cancers. In addition, research suggests that green tea relieves asthma symptoms. Animal studies show that green tea antioxidants may help reduce inflammation in the lungs a common feature of asthma condition.  In addition, study in over a thousand people found that those who drank at least two 8-ounce (240-ml) cups of green tea have significantly better lungs function than those who drank none. Green tea as we know is a source of caffeine, which may help relax your airways for up to 4 hours and provide temporary relief from asthma symptoms.

 3.MULLEIN TEA:

 Mullein tea is a rich and aromatic infusion made from the leaves of the common Mullein (verbasscum thapus), which is a native to Europe, Asia, and Africa. It has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years as a remedy for people with respiratory conditions, such as bronchitis, mucus, build up (catarrh), and asthma. Research studies suggest that Mullein May treat asthma symptoms like coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath by reducing inflammation, which helps relax the muscles in your respiratory tract. Studies has suggested that more research is needed on this particular tea.                 Mullein tea is available in pre-package tea bags or dried leaf form. If you’d like to make Mullein tea with dried leaves, simply add a small amount of 1 cup (240ml) of boiling water and steep for 15-30 minutes. Use strainer or sieve to remove the leaves to avoid any irritation in the throat.

HONEY TEA:

Honey has been used as natural medicine in cultures around the world for centuries. It has antioxidants properties that fight inflammation and boost immunity. Many people take honey for its ability to soothe a sore throat and quit a cough. Honey is also a home remedy for allergen symptoms.               Asthma and allergies are related conditions, but there are some important differences. If you are allergic to the things in the environment such as pollen dust, your body produces antibodies as a response. Those antibodies cause the production of the chemicals such as histamines. They are what causes congestion, sneezing, watery eyes, a cough, itching and other allergic reactions. Those same antibodies can also trigger an Asthma attack. It is of more serious concern than environmental allergies.      Even mild exertion can lead to an asthma attack in some people.         Untreated asthma can be life threatening.

How does honey treat asthma?

 Honey appears most helpful as a nighttime cough suppressant.  A form of nighttime asthma, called nocturnal asthma can cause coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. These symptoms may disturb your sleep. Researchers have suggested taking 2 teaspoons of honey at bedtime.  It’s believed that the sweetness of honey triggers your salivary glands to produce more Silva. This may lubricate your airways, easing your cough. Honey may also reduce inflammation in the bronchial tubes (airways within the lungs) and help break up mucus that is making it hard for you to breathe.       You can take the honey by mixing 1 teaspoon with 8 ounces of hot water. Have these two or three times a day.              Be careful not to make the water too hot. You can also mix ½ teaspoon of honey and having it right before bedtime.                                 Research has been proven that honey and cinnamon may help remove phlegm from the throat and give your immune system a boost.

Important lifestyle changes for asthma: 

1. Get regular exercise.
2. Avoid smoking.
3. Avoid exposure to allergens by staying indoors when allergen counts are high outside.
4. keep away from dust as often as possible especially old or aged dust. Please fellow your doctor’s advice about when to take your medication.
5.  Make sure you know how to prevent asthma attacks and maintain steady breathing.

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