There are many herbal cures that you can try if you want to gain more control over your condition. You will just need to do the proper research and consult an expert herbalist in order to have your specific condition diagnosed and treated. Remember that asthma is an individual case. No two people can have the same exact condition, severity, trigger, etc.
It is important that you consider your safety above all else when looking for alternatives as taking the wrong combination of herbs that your body might react violently to can be dangerous or worse, fatal. Herbal cures should be treated as complimentary and not stand alone treatments as you will still need your medication to take care of the problem during flare-ups and attacks. Ask your doctor about the ingredients that are present in your prescribed medication and tell your herbalist about it as well so that certain herbs or mixtures can be avoided.
Your main aim of course is to feel better in a short amount of time without having to depend on your conventional medication. So if you are thinking of taking the more natural route to getting better here are some of the herbal cures for asthma that you might want to look into first:
Cayenne: Yes, the spicy condiment that you commonly found in the kitchen. The one your mom uses to add flavor and life to spicy foods. Aside from being popular in the kitchen, cayenne is also considered to be legendary in the herbal kingdom. This humble pepper has been used to deal with more ailments (asthma included) than any other herb out there. The active compounds found in cayenne acts as anti-inflammatory, anti oxidant, expectorant, immunity and circulation booster. So far there have been no reports of chemicals or medications that cayenne contradicts, but it would probably be better it you ask your herbalist, just to be on the safe side of things.
Lobelia: Lobelia Inflata or Indian tobacco has long been used to treat various breathing related ailments, asthma included. Lobeline which is the active compound in lobelia has been known to be effective in breaking down mucus and also prevent it from developing in the first place. Lobelia can also be used in conjunction with other herbal preparations to make it more effective. Most common forms that you could purchase would be; tinctures, fresh, powdered or dried (for teas). You will probably need the help of an expert herbalist as some parts of the plant including the root can be toxic.
Ginko Biloba: Ginko Biloba has been used by the Chinese to treat asthma, lung congestion, cough and other breathing related problem. The compounds found in ginko biloba have been known to promote circulation and raise immunity with frequent use. Ginko biloba preparations maybe a bit complicated for starters though, get expert help so that problems can be avoided.
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4 Herbal Cures for Asthma