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Asthma is a chronic respiratory disease that cannot be completely cured. When a patient has asthma but is not treated promptly, it can lead to death. Diet plays an important role in maintaining a patient's health. So what should asthmatics eat and what should asthmatics eat?
1. What should asthmatics eat?
1.1. Fruits and Vegetables There is no specific diet that can eliminate respiratory problems, but certain foods can provide many benefits. In which fruits and vegetables are a very good choice when looking for answers to the question of what to eat with asthma. Fruits and vegetables contain high amounts of antioxidants such as beta carotene and vitamins E and C - these help block particles called "free radicals" that damage cells and can cause inflammation. lung irritation in asthmatic patients.
1.2. Vitamin D We get most of our vitamin D from sunlight, vitamin D is also present in some foods. The top sources of vitamin D are fatty fish (like salmon and swordfish), followed by milk, eggs, and orange juice. This nutrient boosts the immune system's ability to fight bacteria and can reduce swelling in the airways. One of them should be vitamin D because low vitamin D levels lead to more episodes of shortness of breath.
1.3. Nuts and seeds Nuts and seeds contain many nutrients, one of which may be good for asthma is vitamin E. Almonds and hazelnuts are good sources of vitamin E, along with cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale. Vitamin E has tocopherol, a chemical that can help relieve coughing and wheezing caused by asthma.
1.4. The Mediterranean Diet The Mediterranean diet is made up of lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, and nuts. People following this diet should eat fish and chicken at least twice a week and limit red meat. Instead of butter, cook with olive or canola oil and season with herbs instead of salt. This diet even includes a bit of red wine for adults. Some research shows that people who eat this way may have fewer asthma attacks and be less likely to get them in the first place.
1.5. Fish This is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, especially fatty fish such as salmon, herring, tuna and sardines. Omega 3 helps reduce the amount of IgE the body makes, which is an antibody that causes breathing problems in some people with asthma. In fact, the use of high-dose oral steroids in asthma regimens is a means of inhibiting the effect of IgE antibodies.
1.6. Tomatoes Foods made from tomatoes seem to help people with asthma. Scientists believe that lycopene in tomatoes provides the most benefits, but more research is still needed to prove it. Some studies show that they can help sufferers breathe better in the long run.
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1.7. A varied diet Although there are many foods that are good for asthma, there is no single food that can completely cure asthma. Therefore, if it comes to the issue of what to eat with asthma, in addition to the above foods, patients need to have a diet full of nutrients and vitamins. This keeps the body healthy enough to fight or prevent asthma attacks. Talk to your doctor about any major changes to your diet, as this can affect your condition and medications.
2. What should asthmatics not eat?
2.1. Dried fruit What to avoid Asthma, one of which is dried fruit. Although fresh fruits, especially oranges and apples, are on the list of what to eat for asthma because they can control the disease, the sulfites when storing dried fruit may be a factor in making the condition worse. in some patients. Additionally, wine (especially red wine), shrimp, pickled vegetables, maraschino cherries, and bottled lemonade can also contain sulfites.
2.2. Tofu produces a lot of gas when used, which can cause bloating and make it harder for people with asthma to breathe. Besides, beans can even trigger asthma attacks. Patients need to soak beans for a few hours and change the water a few times to reduce this effect when used. Some other culprits that can cause gas include garlic, onions, fried foods, and carbonated drinks.
2.3. Coffee Salicylates are a natural chemical found in coffee, tea, herbs, some spices, and even in anti-inflammatory drugs (like aspirin). Although most of us do not react to salicylate, the substance itself can make it difficult for people to breathe, especially in patients with asthma. Therefore, asthma should avoid anything, it is definitely indispensable for foods containing salicylate such as coffee.
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2.4. Food allergies You are more likely to have a food allergy if you have asthma. Reactions to foods can cause wheezing and other asthma symptoms. In some cases, symptoms are worse if you exercise after eating certain allergenic foods. Try to notice what the allergen is and stay away from it. Typical agents are nuts, milk, wheat, shellfish....
2.5. Eating too much food When you eat more calories than your body burns, your body stores the excess calories in fat cells. If you are obese (BMI 30 or higher), you are more likely to have asthma and it makes your symptoms worse. In addition, you may not respond well to typical treatments such as inhaled steroids to prevent asthma attacks.
2.6. Supplements As a general rule, supplements do not work as well as nutrients from food to protect patients from asthma. We may have heard that "soy isoflavone" supplements can ease asthma symptoms, however this only happens in a small number of people with asthma, more research is still needed to confirm this. For sure.
2.7. Liquid nitrogen We can see a cold plume of smoke coming from a fancy cocktail, a new frozen dessert at the mall, or other foods. This can be a lot of fun, but it's best for asthma patients to stay away from it. Liquid nitrogen can cause breathing problems, especially if you have asthma, as well as cause serious damage to your skin and even internal organs.
Once you know a reasonable diet for people with asthma, you should actively apply it to improve the condition of the disease. Besides, you can actively consult your doctor to have appropriate indications for your current health condition.
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