Syndicated herbal columnist Bakhru Krishan Bakhru says that a healthy diet that includes spicy foods such as garlic, ginger, and onions may help ease symptoms of asthma. He also suggests some other foods and lifestyle changes that may help asthma patients without interfering with the patient's medications.
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Home RemediesCareful monitoring of the child's condition (watchful waiting) along with home remedies may be a viable alternative to antibiotic... Read more »