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Jan 3, 2017 11:46:11 GMT -8
Post by autumnmist on Jan 3, 2017 11:46:11 GMT -8
Is anyone else dealing with this, and what methods have you adopted to deal with it, other than steroid sprays? A former therapist felt I had it, I've wondered, but haven't gone to a doctor b/c I expect the advice will be to use steroid inhalers, which I won't use b/c of the major side effects on bone and calcium loss and osteoporosis (which is already a problem). I don't want to be able to breath freely if I end up bent over like Quasimodo.
I've found that ginger, eucalyptus oil and some other substances can offer natural relief. Has anyone tried these?
The only symptoms are shortness of breath, but it's getting to be annoying and is slowing me down.
I do live in an area with a lot of traffic; just as I was walking down the street today I could smell the faint odor of auto exhaust. I also have a lot of allergies, including chemical allergies. I'm thinking a "start from scratch" diet might help identify the triggers. Years ago I learned that sodium nitrate and nitrite are problems, but perhaps more have climbed on the bandwagon along the way.
Just wondering if anyone else has found some good natural solutions.
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Post by foxalo on Jan 3, 2017 14:18:50 GMT -8
Mine is exercise-induced, so I use an inhaler before any sort of exercise, even short hikes if hills are involved. I have not tried anything natural, but I've heard black coffee can help for chronic sufferers. I can't blame you for not wanting to use the steroid inhalers. They make me jittery, but I look at it as a small price to pay so my chest doesn't burn and I'm not coughing for hours after.
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Jan 3, 2017 14:39:37 GMT -8
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2017 14:39:37 GMT -8
I was told, many years ago, I had asthma, by a Dr. I got all the inhaliers and some pills but they did not seem to help a whole lot.
My wife, also, was told she had asthmia. She got rid of her asthmia when we bought the PulmoMed machine. The day the machine arrived she stopped having asthmia issues. I keep it around, in the orginal box, because just having the machine cured her and that makes the cost worth it.
We flush with saline, NeilMed, several times a day. I bring a can of Simply Saline on backpacking trips for flushing.
We both remain active during the backpacking off season.
That's been working for us for about 6+ years.
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Jan 3, 2017 16:08:39 GMT -8
Post by rwtb123 on Jan 3, 2017 16:08:39 GMT -8
I tend to add more fresh ginger and garlic to my diet during winter due to a large number of nutritional and healing properties,so I don't think you can go wrong with those.In particular, I feel they help my immune system better deal with cold weather.But,I wouldn't expect one or two foods or herbs to make up for deficiency/problems in overall nutritional,lifestyle or environmental factors,so feel you are on the right track by taking a holistic approach and identifying "triggers".
I also tend to rotate foods ,at times, as I find I can eventually start reacting unfavorably to "comfort" foods that I initially do well on but then start overdoing.
I will say I have no direct experience with asthma,but this is just my overall approach to health...
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Jan 3, 2017 16:37:15 GMT -8
Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2017 16:37:15 GMT -8
For allergies, we use only local non-clover honey for our sweetner.
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Jan 3, 2017 16:49:31 GMT -8
Post by rwtb123 on Jan 3, 2017 16:49:31 GMT -8
Keep in mind that "sweet" is only one of the six tastes,and there may be benefits to combining more into meals/diet. www.eattasteheal.com/eth_6tastes.htmAnd,to put this into perspective, I suspect many in western industrialized civilization over consume "sweets" for the nerve calming effect in dealing with chronic stress.Whereas,perhaps,lifestyle changes to reduce chronic stress levels or increased exercise to increase the ability to better handle stress may be better alternatives.But,keep in mind we adapted to be able to handle occasional acute stress not chronic low-level stress...
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Jan 4, 2017 11:17:51 GMT -8
Post by mk on Jan 4, 2017 11:17:51 GMT -8
A former therapist felt I had it, I've wondered, but haven't gone to a doctor Are you sure it's asthma and not something else that would cause shortness of breath? Might be worth a trip to the doctor just for a confirmed diagnosis. I generally like to hear what they have to say, see if it meshes with what I think, and then go looking for alternative therapies. Just a thought ...
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Jan 9, 2017 16:47:18 GMT -8
Post by Dave Ayers on Jan 9, 2017 16:47:18 GMT -8
autumnmist wrote: "... Just wondering if anyone else has found some good natural solutions."
I suppose it's not exactly natural, but I've gotten great relief over the decades by using a HEPA air filter in my room at night. That's a standard recommendation from allergists.
There are many other things a decent allergist will recommend such as: using a good (HEPA) filtering vacuum; using hypo-allergenic pillows and casings; removing items from the house and other areas you spend a lot of time (especially the sleeping room) that can harbor or produce allergens (such as pets, plants, etc.); thorough cleaning of the sleeping room (vacuum under the bed, etc.); hunting down and eradicating molds and mildews; etc. You can find lists of things to try at various medical web sites such as WebMD, Mayo Clinic, and the like.
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Feb 7, 2017 8:57:59 GMT -8
Post by bpackgirld on Feb 7, 2017 8:57:59 GMT -8
I am big into essential oils. I use cypress to promote clear breathing and healthy respiratory function. Lavender also seems to help calm the symptoms by producing a relaxing of the respiratory muscles. Peppermint and eucalyptus oils are also good for opening passageways. I generally diffuse a blend of all of these before I head out. I also have a diffuser necklace where I can place a few drops on that an inhale it as I go along. These have worked wonders for me.
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Feb 7, 2017 9:10:59 GMT -8
Post by mk on Feb 7, 2017 9:10:59 GMT -8
I also have a diffuser necklace where I can place a few drops on that an inhale it as I go along. I had to look these up, as I didn't know they existed. It's going on my birthday wish list!
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Feb 8, 2017 16:41:52 GMT -8
Post by rebeccad on Feb 8, 2017 16:41:52 GMT -8
Just be aware when using the oils that natural things can also be allergy triggers. I react very badly to some, including rose. So approach with just as much caution as you would any new medication.
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Feb 8, 2017 18:31:50 GMT -8
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Post by sarbar on Feb 8, 2017 18:31:50 GMT -8
I also have a diffuser necklace where I can place a few drops on that an inhale it as I go along. I had to look these up, as I didn't know they existed. It's going on my birthday wish list! I have 2 of these necklaces, off of Amazon. They are GREAT!
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Feb 8, 2017 18:52:57 GMT -8
Post by sarbar on Feb 8, 2017 18:52:57 GMT -8
Here are my thoughts, take them as just what works for us..... See a doctor. It is good to know if it is asthma or not. My youngest son has asthma - we went through his allergist doctor to confirm it. His asthma is tied in with his other issues (severe food allergies, eczema). While we see a mainstream allergist doctor - he is very open to various methods. They confirmed his with breathing tests, very simple. Now to go down crazyville....I feel all his issues are tied in to autoimmune. Not everyone agrees, but it is a growing theory in the food allergy world of parents. Eczema is very much an autoimmune disorder. The body is fighting itself, in a horrible circle. Skin breaks out, body hurts, slather on prescription ointments. Skin looks ok for awhile, but then.... With our son, he gets dosed by something he is allergic to, his body reacts - his skin breaks out, he gets horrible stomach issues (including blackish poop), and his asthma tends to have issues. If I can keep his diet fully clean, of all allergens, his skin is clear, he doesn't itch, no digestion issues, and no asthma. I've watched this so many times. So, we do keep an emergency inhaler on hand. You never know. If he gets a cold, he uses it to prevent other issues from getting worse. Pollutants make it worse as well. So does altitude and the cold. Control the why, and the need for meds goes down to only as emergency uses. And that is OK with me! PS: I diffuse oils for my son as well.
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