asthma is a chronic lung disease that affects millions of people worldwide the condition is
characterized by wheezing shortness of breath inflammation and chest tightness
it causes the Airways to become narrow which results in difficulty breathing
there are several variables that influence the prevalence of asthma within the population
including both genetic and environmental factors with that said one factor that people often forget
about is their diet and the foods that they put into their bodies there are several foods that can
reduce inflammation and help improve your asthma symptoms However unfortunately many of the common
foods we eat contain properties that worsen asthma symptoms making it more difficult to breathe
and that is the topic of this video keep watching until the end because there are a few that I think
will surprise you so if you're ready let's get into it most research on the increasing prevalence
of asthma discusses the growing popularity of the so-called Western diet that's because residents of
the United States and many developed Nations tend to eat fewer vegetables fruits legumes and whole
grains than they did in earlier Generations in their place these populations have increased their
consumption of animal products and the result of these eating practices is the ingestion of
excessive amounts of saturated fat and far fewer servings of fruits and vegetables than recommended
therefore the prevalence of asthma tends to increase in cultures that embrace the Western diet
understanding the basic elements of Western dietary practices illustrates the underlying
factors of this increase in asthma attacks and how Public Health and Medical intervention should
respond again the Western diet emphasizes the convenience of processed and preserved
Foods as well as readily available fast food selections some examples include fried foods
sweets and desserts refined grains processed and red meats and high fat dairy products
these often have higher levels of sugar sodium omega-6 fats and saturated fat
with a reduced emphasis on fruits and vegetables this diet has lower levels of antioxidants
micronutrients phytochemicals flavonoids fiber and omega-3 fatty acids this combination of low
fiber intake and higher amounts of bad fats tends to increase Airway inflammation negatively impact
lung function and increase the potential for freakonasma episodes therefore here are some of
the symptoms foods that may worsen asthma symptoms this includes fast food trans fats omega-6 fatty
acids foods high in sulfites dried fruits and vegetables vinegar pickled fruits and vegetables
shellfish alcoholic beverages processed meats and dairy products there are several reasons why these
specific foods can make Erasmus symptoms worse but it all boils down to inflammation inflammation is
the body's natural response to protect itself from infections injuries and irritation however if this
response persists it becomes chronic inflammation which can damage healthy tissue and lead to
various health problems including respiratory infections as well as difficulty breathing
so do your lungs and entire respiratory system a favor by eliminating these foods from your diet
and now you may be wondering about the best diet for someone with asthma the best diet for asthma
in general scientists believe that there are actually two diets that may benefit
those who suffer from asthma symptoms the Mediterranean diet and a plant-based diet
these are vastly different than the typical American diet which consists of high fat
fast food dishes that are frequently made from heavily processed food items and preservatives
they typically consist of foods that are locally harvested seasonally fresh and undergo minimal
processing these diets include fewer dairy products and red meat as well
instead olive oil serves as the primary source of supplemental fat for most Mediterranean dishes
it contains a long list of antioxidants such as Vitamin E and phenolic acid which help lower
inflammation which makes it easier to breathe not to mention these diets have lower levels
of trans fats and omega-6 fatty acids which tend to increase or exacerbate the frequency of
asthma episodes as previously mentioned there are several foods with anti-inflammatory properties
that may help reduce the effects of asthma this includes fruits and vegetables apples
citrus fruits leafy greens Tomatoes beans and legumes turmeric ginger salmon and flax seeds
there are several reasons why these foods can help asthma symptoms but it's generally
thanks to vitamins minerals antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties they contain
for example Ginger and turmeric are flavorful spices rich in bioactive compounds and properties
they can reduce oxidative damage and provide many positive health benefits for the human body
this includes improving the body's antibody response while reducing inflammation in the
Airways of the lungs not to mention foods like tomatoes are loaded with lysopene which is a
carotenoid antioxidant that has been associated with improved respiratory health this may be
especially beneficial in those with asthma or COPD again it all boils down to inflammation asthma is
a chronic obstructive respiratory condition that causes inflammation and narrowing of the Airways
in the lungs this leads to recurring episodes of wheezing and difficulty breathing the causes
of asthma involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors some examples of the most
common asthma triggers include pollen dust grass animal fur cold air exercise stress cigarette
smoke and respiratory infections each patient is different therefore each patient may experience
an asthma episode due to different triggers the long-term management of asthma symptoms is
important in order to prevent acute exacerbations and improve your quality of life this involves
eliminating or minimizing the triggers that can cause an acute episode the management of asthma
often requires the use of controller medications such as beta agonists and inhaled corticosteroids
however as previously mentioned research has shown that your diet and the foods that enter your body
can also play a major role so do your lungs and entire respiratory system a favor by eliminating
unhealthy food choices while including more of the anti-inflammatory foods that we just discussed
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