So many people live with asthma and breathing problems these days! Is it the way of the world or just the law of averages?
There
are such a lot of people in the world now so has asthma become more
common because of the amount of people? Attacks happen when the airway
closes up and breathing becomes difficult. It is most distressing and
horrible to witness. Panic usually occurs which then exacerbates the
problem. It becomes a vicious circle. Severe attacks can result in
hospitalisation on a nebuliser and even cause death. What a horrible
thought!
We could always blame global warming!
Another
theory is that it could be due to impurities in the air due to more
traffic, all the CFC's that are used in toiletries and cleaning
materials. Destroying the ozone layer etc! Could it be genetic or
hereditary? Whatever the cause it isn't a pleasant complaint!
Even the very young can be sufferers of asthma and breathing problems.
So what can we do about it?
There
are the obvious remedies like prescribed medication from the doctor,
usually inhalers, which can be enough to keep the symptoms at bay.
A
steamy type atmosphere can help so inhaling over a bowl of steaming
water with a towel over your head can make breathing easier.
There are also the vapour type remedies containing eucalyptus which help clear the airways.
Using
ioniser's to gather up the dust and small particles out of the
atmosphere which will prevent you from inhaling them and clogging up
your airways.
So what else can we do? We can take a look at
natural remedies! Where do we start? We can visit the health food shop
and see what they can recommend. Perhaps there are tablets or flower
remedies or oils for inhalation or embrocation. Would honey have any
benefits?
What about Aloe Vera! This amazing plant has so many
beneficial properties that it could well be the answer! You can take it
in drink form and with added cranberry and apple it contains pectins
which will help relieve breathing problems. People who have been taking
the gel for other reasons have found great improvement in their asthma
as well. What a bonus! Not only do you feel wonderful but it also
relieves symptoms of your asthma! Wow!