Nutrition May Improve Asthma

January 24, 2007

Asthma is a respiratory ailment that can be found in any part the world. The airways become inflamed and oxygen intake is reduced. The two most common treatments are taking prescription drugs and keeping the air passageways clean. It has been shown recently that proper nutrition may alleviate some of the symptoms.

The underlying perspective of these studies is based on the view that asthma is caused or furthered by the deficiency of certain nutrients. Nutritionists are working out adequate nutrition plans for asthma patients. These plans inform on what to take in what form, the importance of the food item and its connection to asthma.

Benefits of Proper nutrition

There are several nutrients that, if taken regularly in proper quantity, relieve symptoms of asthma to a notable degree.
These include:
antioxidants
antihistamine
anti-inflammation nutrients.

We will briefly look at each one.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants are naturally found in fresh produce like vegetables and fruits. They are more effective than vitamin pills commonly taken by people. Antioxidants defend the body against free radicals that are the cause of irritation and inflammation commonly observed in asthmatics.

Folic Acid

Natural sources of nutrition that contain folic acid include whole wheat foods, peas, dried beans, spinach, beets, asparagus, liver, and oranges etc. Asthma patients are deficient in folic acid so they need to increase their intake of these foods.

Fish Oil

Fish oil is good against inflammation but asthma patients should avoid taking it if they have previously experienced any allergies with fish. Eating fish twice a week is the best natural way to get the required amount of fish oil.

Magnesium

Magnesium helps in smoothing the muscles of esophagus and in relaxing bronchial tubes (airways). Asthmatics have a chronic deficiency of magnesium, which they can make up for by adopting nutrition including milk, dairy products, nuts, green leafy vegetables, and whole grains.

Pantothenic Acid

Commonly called Vitamin B5, pantothenic acid boosts the immunity by helping in the formation of antibodies. Naturally it occurs in milk and dairy products, whole-grain cereals, sweet potatoes, eggs, fish, mushrooms, and legumes.

Quercetin

Quercetin is natural anti-histamine (anti-allergic) and anti-inflammatory agent, found in plant extract and is available in form of supplements.

Multivitamins with B complex

One of the most common deficiencies of asthmatics is in vitamins of the B group, especially B6 and B12. This deficiency can be overcome by nutrition including multi-vitamin supplements.

N-acetylcysteine

N-acetylcysteine is an antioxidant that helps asthma patients by thinning the mucus in the airways. It is available in nutritional supplements.

There is no guarantee that these will eliminate your asthmatic reactions. However, if you suffer from asthma, trying some of these natural remedies can’t hurt. You may be fortunate enough to see you symptoms reduced.

Nutrition: Is it a Good Career?

January 22, 2007

Do you have an interest in nutrition? Are you always looking at labels? Are you always making sure you have a healthy diet?

Maybe nutrition is a good field for you!

A. Reasearch
If you have been thinking about the nutrition field, the most important aspect of moving into a career is research. You need to know exactly what you’re looking at, how you are going to obtain your education, and where you are going to go when you are finished. Read below on what is involved in the study of nutrition, what types of nutrition schools are available and what career options you have at the end of your studies.

B. nutrition Study
In general, the study of nutrition involves how the ingestion of food and beverages affect overall well-being and health. nutrition schools provide students with the opportunity to study a variety of nutritional topics, such as sports nutrition, [...] Continue Reading…

Nutrition: New Advances

January 19, 2007

New Advances in Science Influence nutrition

Advances in disease control, specifically oral diseases, has greatly influenced nutrition science. It has not only changed the objectives but the approach as well. These advances have occurred in Western countries as well as developing countries.

The understanding of health dimensions has added a new perspective in nutrition thanks to findings that have been made in biochemical, immunological and molecular biology investigations into oral tissues. One expects that a major challenge that lies ahead in gaining more perspective in nutrition is to recognize the role of nutrition on oral tissues, which does not really differ from other tissue and organ systems.

In addition, the new perspective in nutrition should reach the general public in a prudent as well as effective manner to ensure that consumes take advantage of such new perspectives in nutrition in addition to oral health concepts in maintaining good health and [...] Continue Reading…

Understanding Nutrition

January 15, 2007

Do you understand the basics of nutrition?

In order to promote good physical and mental health it is important to have a good understanding of nutrition.  There have been numerous studies in this area.  We are all aware that we must follow certain guidelines to maintain our health.  The real question is: Do we apply it?

Fortunately, people today are taking notice and making changes in their lives to include proper nutrition and exercise for a healthier life.

Understanding nutrition is crucial if you want to possess a healthy body and mind.  Nature has everything one needs to promote growth, immune system, mental alertness, physical strength and so on.  A balanced diet, i.e. a diet which includes all the nutrients required by the body, is difficult to maintain without a basic understanding of nutrition.

So, What Does Understanding nutrition Involve?

Whatever you eat has an impact on your body.  A normal meal would contain [...] Continue Reading…