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All About Asthma
Asthma is a condition of the respiratory system that leads to difficulty breathing. An asthma attack can be triggered by many factors such as dust mites, animal hair, pollen and perfume. Food may also be a trigger for an asthma attack, and food additives or food chemicals are generally the culprits. Many people with asthma will not need to eliminate foods from the diet, however some may find it beneficial. All factors should be addressed. It is unwise to omit foods from the diet without adequate testing. Nutrition should not be compromised.
Measuring Asthma
Peak flow meters can be borrowed or purchased to measure the lung capacity at any one time. This can be used to determine if a particular group of food chemicals or individual foods are giving a reaction. This should always be done under the guidance of the medical profession with more medication on hand if required. A base line is established, then the foods are tested and accurate records are kept.
Asthma and Nutrition
A well balanced diet can be achieved even if there are several food allergies and intolerances. The diet must still be nutritionally adequate when foods are eliminated. A nutritious diet will improve the over all health of people with asthma by providing optimum levels of vitamins, minerals and supporting the immune system. Dietitians can supply diets free of cow's milk, egg, wheat, peanuts, seafood and soybeans as well as diets for food intolerances.
Seek the help of professional people such as specialist and general practitioners and Accredited Practising Dietitians
Added to site on : Friday, 31 December 2010