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Natural Asthma Treatments: What Is Available

It is important to note that asthma is a serious condition that should not be taken lightly nor should its’ treatment. You should always consult your doctor before trying any alternative or natural asthma treatment. With that said, there are many alternative medicines and treatments that claim to help in the treatment of asthma including many natural asthma treatments.

Aroma therapy can be a part of your natural asthma treatment regime. It can help open airways and make breathing easier.

Essential oils can be used by massage (especially to the chest and back), vaporization, or inhalation. Essential oils can help to clear congestion, reduce inflammation, and thins excess mucus so coughing is more productive. Essential oils that are said to help with asthma symptoms are Clary Sage, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Peppermint, Myrrh, Pine Needle, Rose, Rosemary, and Tea Tree.

Another natural asthma treatment that has received a lot of attention in recent years is the use of wild oregano. In studies, oil of oregano has shown to be a powerful antioxidant that can be quite affective against respiratory problems of all kinds including asthma. It is stressed by some that it is important to use wild oregano oil as this is much more powerful than oregano that is not wild.

Yamoa is another natural asthma treatment that some claim to be helpful. Yamoa powder is a natural food supplement used for hundreds of years in West Africa to eradicate asthmatic symptoms. A recent double blind study claimed an 80% cure rate with 20% attesting to a significant improvement in their condition. Little is known about how it actually works. It is also useful for treatment of hay fever, rhinitis, sinusitis, and bronchitis.

Herbal and homeopathic remedies can be an effective natural asthma treatment. One such remedy is called BioVent which is described as a unique combination of herbal and homeopathic ingredients. According to its’ maker, when used daily, it can improve respiratory functioning and health, reduce the incidence and severity of asthma attacks and strengthen the immune system without side effects. Other Herbs can be used as part of any successful natural asthma treatment program, both to help gain control of a mild asthma attack and for long-term prevention. The following natural asthma treatments should be discussed with your practitioner:

  • ephedra (ma huang), (Ephedra should be used with extreme caution. It should not be used if you suffer from heart disease, diabetes, glaucoma, or thyroid disease.)
  • lobelia, Mix with cayenne for increased effectiveness (three parts tincture of lobelia with one part tincture of capsicum); capsicum desensitizes the respiratory system to irritants and is helpful in stopping an asthma attack
  • grindelia: to ease bronchial spasms and promote the removal of mucus from the lungs
  • licorice: for its anti-inflammatory and anti-allergy effects; licorice should be used with caution by those who suffer from high blood pressure

    • Other Homeopathic remedies for asthma include:

  • Arsenicum: for dry, wheezing asthma that comes on in the middle of the night, accompanied by anxiety and restlessness
  • Ipecac: for gagging, profuse mucus that can't be coughed up, or long spasms of coughing that may end in vomiting
  • Spongia: especially if accompanied by loud wheezing

    • According to MicroNutra Health, Respitrol, which is a formula made up of all natural ingredients. has been clinically proven to be 99% effective in overcoming asthma and increasing peak air flow by over 400%. Taken over several months, respiration and air flow can be at full strength and normalized.
    Nutrition and supplements are useful in treating respiratory problems. Some of those supplements include vitamin C with bioflavonoids, vitamin A in the form of beta-carotine, vitamin B6, vitamin E, magnesium, quercetin with bromelain.

    One product that stresses good nutrition as part of an effective asthma treatment program is Oxy 17. This is an all natural product that contains all natural ingredients that promote good nutrition and is an effective tool to help control asthma symptoms. This product was rated very high by the US Medical Research Product Research division.

    The list of natural asthma treatments is longer than can fit within the confines of this article. The most important thing to remember when choosing a treatment is to do your research and consult your practitioner.