Effective Asthma Herbal Remedies

By Jonathan Park

The increasing number of herbal remedies is both good and bad news to the consuming public. The good news is, there are more choices for individuals, and the prices will go down because of the competition. The bad news is, the large number of new products makes it difficult to tell which ones are effective and which one are to be avoided. The slightest miscalculation of the formula in herbal medicines and the confusion with the name (since Chinese give similar sounding names to different products) can result in a poisoned asthmatic.

While there is no doubt about the ability of herbs to help promote physical wellbeing and strengthen immunity, more and more cases of hospitalization due to side effects from certain herbal products have somewhat scarred its image. But it would be unfair to generalize as some herbal products can really help you achieve the long term relief and greater control that you yearn for. Here are a few examples of those safe, effective, and proven asthma herbal remedies:

Cayenne pepper: Cayenne pepper is more known as a cooking ingredient to chefs and a condiment to eaters. It is actually one of the oldest members of the herb kingdom. Cayenne contains capsaicin which helps break down mucus in the lungs and prevents inflammation. If you have to make just a single choice with alternative treatments for asthma, you can't go wrong with cayenne.

Ginger: Ginger is another seemingly quiet cooking ingredient, but it is actually one of the most common and widely used herbal remedy in the world. For a long time, ginger has been used by the people in India and in the most parts of Asia in treating different kinds of illnesses, including asthma. Research has also come to the conclusion that ginger has medicinal qualities. The active chemicals found in ginger can act as an expectorant and a bronchodilator during attacks. This makes bringing relief much quicker when paired up with your inhaler.

Chamomile: Chamomile extracts called terpenoids have anti-inflammatory properties and can help you prevent other respiratory problems because of the large amounts of antioxidants it contains. If the name sounds familiar but you can't really put your finger on it, chamomile is popular in tea form. Taken daily, it helps boost your immune system, and it's also delicious.

If you have noticed, not all of the herbal alternatives out there are dangerous. Most of them are quite common and you may be surprised to find more just sitting in your own kitchen. Do more research of your own and you can find the herbal treatments that will do wonders for you. - 30286

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