5 Foods to Avoid with Asthma
It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold or silver. Before healing others, heal yourself. Asthma is a respiratory condition that causes inflammation of bronchial tubes in the respiratory tract. The airways inflammation ensues in their narrowing and hence the difficulty in breathing and wheezing. Illnesses such as flu and pneumonia and allergens such as mold, pollen and animal dander, smoking tobacco, air pollution, extreme emotions, severe weather conditions, and irritants such as strong scents and perfumes are all triggers of asthma. Symptoms of dyspnea, chest pains (Angina), severe coughing, anxiety, restlessness, and wheezing while breathing often occur when exposed to asthma triggers. However, certain foods can also be asthma triggers, such as: 1. Milk You need to shun milk if you have a food allergy or intolerance alongside asthma. Cow milk contains two proteins that yield the allergic reaction; Whey and Casein. Whey is the liquid residue of milk after curdles, while Casein is the substantial part that forms curdles. Milk allergy causes anaphylaxis, which results in narrowing and blockage of the airways. Blocked airways yield to dyspnea and difficulty in breathing. Milk allergy also causes hay fever, pollen, and pet dander reaction. These pollen reactions are asthma triggers.