Asthma

KellyM · 07-26-2010, 12:32 AM

I was just reading in one of my HUGE (1100) diagnosis books and found this about asthma and thought I'd pass it on.

* The consumption of apples and fish may have a protective effect on the development of childhood asthma or allergies

* The consumption of apple juice from concentrate (not apples) and bananas may protect against wheezing in children.

* Another study found that apples and pears may be protective against asthma

* Contrary to prior belief, whole milk may protect against current asthma and conversely, soy beverages may increase risk of current asthma.

* Women who have a high intake of tomatoes, carrots, and leafy vegetables have a lower prevalence of asthma.

* There were similar findings in a study on the Mediterranean diet which appears to be protective for allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms. The diet studied contained mainly fruits, vegetables and nuts.

(rhinitis is a fancy term for stuffy nose, irritation to nose, runny nose).

So, bottom line is....if you or your child suffer from asthma, increase their fruits and veggies (especially apples!) An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Larissa · 07-26-2010, 01:17 AM

Whole milk - raw or pasteurized?

Whole milk is a huge irritant in my husband's asthma unless it is raw. And we are not getting raw milk right now, so he has to completely avoid it.

navars2 · 07-26-2010, 03:00 PM

Interesting - if apples are helping his asthma, I hate to think what it would be without the apples. Though, really, Tommy isn't bad except when he gets any kind of respiratory illness.

Lucy · 07-26-2010, 04:41 PM

thats interesting im a sufferer, my father is and he consumes appleas like they are going out of fashion.

but concentrate apple juice toms a guzzler and hes never suffers with any ailments

JennM · 08-26-2010, 04:24 PM

Very interesting. I may print this out and take it to mine/Alex's asthma/allergy specialist next time one of us has to go in. I've been going to him for 18 years now; I would love to hear his opinion on all this - he is always very well informed and great at getting info out to his patients. I bet a lot depends on what type of asthma you have as well - I'd be willing to be some of this may not apply much to me, as mine is exercised-induced asthma. Alex's, however, is triggered by colds. So I'm curious how much of this would be beneficial to him... hmmmmmmmm

Thanks for sharing!

07-26-2010, 12:32 AM	#1
KellyM Fulltime Student Mommy Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 53,383 My Mood:	Asthma I was just reading in one of my HUGE (1100) diagnosis books and found this about asthma and thought I'd pass it on. * The consumption of apples and fish may have a protective effect on the development of childhood asthma or allergies * The consumption of apple juice from concentrate (not apples) and bananas may protect against wheezing in children. * Another study found that apples and pears may be protective against asthma * Contrary to prior belief, whole milk may protect against current asthma and conversely, soy beverages may increase risk of current asthma. * Women who have a high intake of tomatoes, carrots, and leafy vegetables have a lower prevalence of asthma. * There were similar findings in a study on the Mediterranean diet which appears to be protective for allergic rhinitis and asthma symptoms. The diet studied contained mainly fruits, vegetables and nuts. (rhinitis is a fancy term for stuffy nose, irritation to nose, runny nose). So, bottom line is....if you or your child suffer from asthma, increase their fruits and veggies (especially apples!) An apple a day keeps the doctor away. __________________ Family Blog Chiropractic Moments Myspace Comments - Countdown till Graduation Girl Fun Quizzes Dumb Tests MySpace Quizzes Last edited by KellyM; 07-26-2010 at 12:33 AM.

07-26-2010, 01:17 AM	#2
Larissa Mommy to Martin, Aaron, and Jonathan Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 20,229 My Mood:	Whole milk - raw or pasteurized? Whole milk is a huge irritant in my husband's asthma unless it is raw. And we are not getting raw milk right now, so he has to completely avoid it. __________________ Larissa and Rich Married for 13 years SAHM to Martin (8), Aaron (5), and Jonathan (3), Rosalie (1) www.6hollandhappenings.blogspot.com

07-26-2010, 03:00 PM	#3
navars2 Community Leader Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 11,000	Interesting - if apples are helping his asthma, I hate to think what it would be without the apples. Though, really, Tommy isn't bad except when he gets any kind of respiratory illness. __________________ Thanks so much for the awesome Siggy, Amber! Charity Auctions to benefit Autism Speaks & the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in memory of a wonderful teacher running 8/3-8/8. Come take a peak! http://hyenacart.com/onestore.php?vid=3122&category=33 Now stocking handspun yarns on the Hidden Element congo. Proud Moderator of: DIY Central

07-26-2010, 04:41 PM	#4
Lucy Temp SAHM Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 19,015 My Mood:	thats interesting im a sufferer, my father is and he consumes appleas like they are going out of fashion. but concentrate apple juice toms a guzzler and hes never suffers with any ailments __________________

08-26-2010, 04:24 PM	#5
JennM Gimme my Vodka & Cran! Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,666 My Mood:	Very interesting. I may print this out and take it to mine/Alex's asthma/allergy specialist next time one of us has to go in. I've been going to him for 18 years now; I would love to hear his opinion on all this - he is always very well informed and great at getting info out to his patients. I bet a lot depends on what type of asthma you have as well - I'd be willing to be some of this may not apply much to me, as mine is exercised-induced asthma. Alex's, however, is triggered by colds. So I'm curious how much of this would be beneficial to him... hmmmmmmmm Thanks for sharing! __________________ *Jenn*

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