Asthma Season

This time of year the emergency inhaler is strapped to my torso.

Asthma relief

While certain herbs, home remedies or natural medication may help in relieving the condition, it is imperative to listen to your health practitioner.

ashtma relief
If you are on medication, natural alternatives can assist, but should not be taken as a complete substitute. Believe it or not, research has shown that coffee, tea, caffeinated drinks, cocoa and chocolate all contain caffeine as well as other compounds that may help fend off asthma.

Coffee has been shown to be a potent bronchodilator. If caught without your medication, a few cups of coffee could assist in an emergency.

All the products above contain natural anti-asthmatic compounds - theobromine and theophylline.

These chemicals help stop bronchospasms and open constricted bronchial passages. There are of course variables depending on the strength of the brew etc. But on average coffee is the most concentrated form of caffeine, followed by tea, cola drink & cocoa then a chocolate bar. However there are side effects to high consumption of the above, and these should be used only in moderation, and/or in an emergency. Coffee addiction is not advocated.
http://www.organicnutrition.co.uk/articles/asthma.htm