34 Home Remedies For Asthma In Children And Adults

updated: 11/11/2019

Are you suffering from asthma or do you know any person who is getting asthma? It is estimated that about 34 million Americans now are suffering from asthma, about 7-8 million of which are children^[1]. Also, asthma in children has negative impacts on the quality of life of their parents. Asthma is a cause for serious concern and can be life-threatening. A number of health issues occur more frequently in people with asthma, including rhinosinusitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and obstructive sleep apnea. The most effective solution for asthma is to identify triggers, such as pets, cigarette smoke, or aspirin, and eliminate exposure to them. But you can also reduce the recurrence of asthma attacks with just a few natural treatments. Before we delve into the best home remedies for asthma in children and adults, let us know several basics about asthma.

• Home remedies for wheezing relief 
• Home remedies for seasonal allergies symptoms 
• Home remedies for phlegm cough in throat 

What Is Asthma?

Asthma is a kind of lung disease or an inflammatory disease of the airways of your lungs in which the person getting it will feel difficult to breathe. Their airways towards the lungs, such as the nasal and nose are narrowed. They often combat the asthma attacks which happen suddenly.

Let find out the reasons why we can get asthma.

Causes Of Asthma?

Asthma is often resulted from allergies, infections in the respiratory system, weather factors, etc.

Here is a list of some common causes of asthma.

• Being allergic, including eczema or the allergy to some kinds of food.
• Being exposed to smoke, including tobacco smoke, vehicle smokes, etc.
• Being due to environmental pollution, such as air pollution or other environmental chemicals.
• Being obese
• Being stressed and depressed.
• Being genetic. If one of your family members had asthma, you are more likely to have asthma.

Other potential triggers are medications such as beta blockers and aspirin. Asthma is also associated with exposure to indoor allergens such as dust mites, animal dander (feathers or fragments of fur), cockroaches, and mold.

Symptoms Of Asthma?

If you suffer from asthma, you may pass through the following symptoms:

• Feel difficult to breathe or shortness of breath
• Create a whistling sound whenever you breathe
• Cough
• Easily be tired when you do physical activity
• Difficulty sleeping
• Episodes of wheezing
• Chest tightness

Top 34 Effective Home Remedies For Asthma In Children And Adults

1. Ginger

As we all know, ginger can be used as a treatment for a number of diseases thanks to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger can relax airway muscles and regulate the intake of calcium, which will relieve constriction and give an asthma relief^[2]. 

Method 1:

• Mix the juice of ginger with the juice of the pomegranate in equal amounts.
• Add some honey to it.
• Drink it twice or three times every day.

 Method 2:

• Put a teaspoon of ginger which is ground in a glass.
• Add one and ½ cups water to it.
• Consume one tablespoon of the mixture before bedtime.

Method 3:

• Chop some ginger into small slices.
• Put them in a pot.
• Add some boiling water.
• Steep the mixture for 5 minutes.
• Let it cool naturally and drink it.

Method 4:

• Put one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds in a teapot.
• Add some water and one teaspoon of ginger juice.
• Add some honey to the mixture.
• Consume the mixture twice every day.

 Method 5:

• Wash some ginger carefully and chop them into small slices.
• Mix with some salt.
• Eat the mixture every day.

2. Mustard Oil

Mustard oil can greatly contribute to helping you to escape annoying symptoms of asthma. Massaging with mustard oil can help clear the respiratory passages and restore normal breathing following the attack of asthma. The selenium found in the oil may help lower effects of joint pain and asthma^[3]. People often use mustard oil as one of the powerful home remedies for asthma.

• Take a small amount of camphor and an amount of mustard oil.
• Heat them together and pour in a pot.
• Let it naturally cool down.
• Apply it to your chest and back.
• Gently massage so that it penetrates deeper.
• Apply this method several times every day.

3. Garlic

Garlic is ranked as one of the effective home remedies for asthma because it is good to deal with congestion in the lungs caused by asthma. Also, it may alleviate the inflammation of airways thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties^[4] [5]. Moreover, fresh garlic provides you with a high content of vitamin C. This vitamin is beneficial for neutralizing free radicals that cause contraction of airway smooth muscles in patients with asthma. 

• Put about 3 cloves of garlic in a glass.
• Add ¼ cup of milk to it.
• Allow it to cool and drink it.

4. Coffee

Coffee can be used as one of the powerful home remedies for asthma because it contains caffeine that can ease up the airways and help you breathe well. Caffeine may be effective for those with asthma^[6]. It can improve the function of airways for more than four hours after consumption. Just drinking hot coffee every day will help you to deal with asthma attacks naturally. For this remedy, you can either consume about 2 hot cups of black coffee every day or drink a hot cup of black tea daily. 

Note: Don’t consume over 3 cups every day.

5. Eucalyptus Oil

One of the best natural solutions for relieving a blocked nose and congestion, eucalyptus oil is a great remedy for breathing problems. It possesses a chemical named Eucalyptol^[7], which may help break down mucus. It also has the active component, citronellal that exerts anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects^[8] [9] 

Here is what you can do with eucalyptus oil to treat asthma:

Method 1:

• Drop a little eucalyptus oil on a towel.
• Just breathe it in with that towel over your head.

Method 2:

• Pour boiling water in a pot.
• Drop some eucalyptus oil in.
• Breathe the steam for 10 minutes.

6. Honey

Honey is considered among the oldest treatments for breathing problems, including asthma^[10] [11]. It may be the most helpful for nighttime cough which is associated with nighttime asthma (also known as nocturnal asthma). This symptom might disrupt your sleep. It is shown that the sweetness of honey triggers your salivary glands, thereby producing more saliva. It will lubricate the airways and ease your cough. It can also decrease inflammation in bronchial tubes and break down mucus which may trouble your breathing. Therefore, it helps remove phlegm from the throat, and allow you to sleep better^[12]. 

Method 1:

• Add a teaspoon of honey to a teapot.
• Add some hot water.
• Drink it twice every day before your bedtime.

Method 2:

• Take a teaspoon of honey and put it in a bowl.
• Pour boiling water in it.
• Inhale the steam to relieve the symptoms of asthma.

Method 3: 

• Put one teaspoon of cinnamon powder in a glass.
• Add some honey to it.
• Consume the mixture every day.

7. Onions

Onions are one of the kitchen herbs which are commonly used for treating diseases. Onions are pungent, so it could be a big turn-off to a lot of people. But, people with asthma will benefit from onions. Thanks to its anti-inflammation, it can make a significant contribution to clearing your nasals and throat, facilitating your breathing^[13]. So, it is used as one of the effective home remedies for asthma

All you need to use onions for fighting your asthma is:

• Eat some raw onions every day.
• Include it in your daily meal.

8. Lemons

Lemons contain a lot of vitamin C which is very good for relieving the symptoms of asthma. Vitamin C can boost the immune system while helping your body resist asthma triggers. Besides, antioxidants in it contain antiseptic properties, which can help your body to combat any irritant or allergen entering the lungs. According to a study, inhaling limonene, the main ingredient present in citrus essential oils may help inhibit asthmatic symptoms in animals^[14]. It is the reason why it is considered as one of the best home remedies for asthma in many countries.

• Squeeze some lemons to get the juice.
• Add some water to it.
• Also, add some sugar for being tasty.
• Drink once every day.

9. Fishes

A diet with some certain fish, including salmon, sardines, etc. is very good for saving you from asthma^[15]. Fatty fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that consist of anti-inflammatory properties. Eating fish just twice per week may significantly reduce lung inflammation in children suffering from asthma^[16]. For this purpose, you can include fish in your diet or intake oils of these fishes every day.

10. Indian Gooseberries

Indian gooseberries are known as one of the excellent home remedies for asthma^[17]. It has been commonly used in Ayurveda for dealing with a range of diseases including asthma, bronchitis, and tuberculosis^[18]. It is a chock-full of vitamin C that can be taken every day to improve the immune system. It is also anti-inflammatory in nature, which helps to decrease the severity of asthma conditions.

• Squeeze some gooseberries so hard.
• Add a teaspoon of honey to them.
• Eat them every day before having breakfast.

11. Radish Juice

Radish has fiber, vitamin C, K and B, potassium, iron, folate, zinc, magnesium, etc. which are immunity boosters. In traditional medicine, the juice from radish has been successfully used for relieving some respiratory disorders such as bronchitis, sinus issues, asthma, etc^[19] [20]. The compounds in this herb and its juice can stimulate mucous membranes which line the human respiratory tract and work rapidly to eliminate congestion. After these nutrients have been absorbed, they will provide natural protection against potential infections in the lungs. Thus, if you are suffering from asthma, chronic cough, blocked or runny nose or waking up with eye puffiness, then you should take advantage of radish juice.

• Clean a radish and put it in a blender to get the juice.
• Add some honey and lemon juice to the juice.
• Drink it every day.

12. Drumstick Soup

Drumstick soup may be used effectively for alleviating your asthma^[21] [22]. Drumstick leaves are known to get therapeutic effects and is also helpful for dealing with wheezing, asthma, together with other respiratory system difficulties.

• Wash some drumstick leaves carefully.
• Put them in a pot.
• Add some water to boil them.
• Let the soup cool down.
• Add a little salt or pepper upon your taste.
• Consume the soup every day.

13. Carom Seeds

Carom may help to alleviate asthma symptoms^[23]. They can be an easy and quick remedy to calm your respiratory tract, provide instant relief from coughs, and stimulate the elimination of phlegm and mucus^[24].

Here is what you can do:

• Put some carom seeds in a warm glass of water.
• Put the glass of water under your face.
• Inhale its steam.

14. Turmeric

With the anti-inflammation property and curcumin enzyme, turmeric can modulate the inflammatory response of the human body, and lessen the inflammation of airways. Also, turmeric is a great antimicrobial agent^[25]. Curcumin housed in turmeric can help alleviate the inflammation and decrease the mucus secretions in the airways^[26] [27]. That is why turmeric is considered as one of the most powerful home remedies for asthma.

Method 1:

• Take one teaspoon of turmeric powder and put it in a bowl.
• Add a glass of warm milk to it
• Consume the mixture about 3 times every day.
• You can also eat one teaspoon of turmeric powder about 3 times every day. 

Method 2:

• Put ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder in a pot.
• Add ¼ teaspoon each of grated ginger and pepper
• Add some water to the pot.
• Boil the mixture.
• Let it cool naturally.
• Consume the mixture every day.

Method3:

• Put a teaspoon of turmeric powder in a cup.
• Add two teaspoons of honey to it
• Mix everything well.
• Intake the mixture every day.

Method 4:

• Take ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder and put in a glass.
• Add some salt and water to it
• Stir the mixture well.
• Drink the mixture every day.

Method 5:

• Take some turmeric powder in a bowl.
• Add some banana ash to it.
• Add some barley powder and some honey.
• Mix the mixture to create a paste.
• Intake the paste for about 5 times every day.

Method 6:

• Put a little turmeric powder in a bowl.
• Add some pure ghee to it.
• Add the powder of black pepper.
• Mix the mixture well to create a paste.
• Cover the paste on your chest.
• Slightly massage your chest for getting a better result.
• Do the method every day.

Method 7:

• Take ¼ teaspoon of ground turmeric and put it in a glass.
• Add some hot water to it.
• Mix them well.
• Consume the mixture once every day.

Method 8:

• Clean some turmeric carefully and chop them into small slices.
• Put them in a pot and add some milk.
• Boil the mixture.
• Add some jaggery to it.
• Consume the mixture every night before hitting the bed.

Method 9:

• Add 4 cups of water in a pot.
• Boil it and add one teaspoon of turmeric powder.
• Let the heat down.
• Let the mixture steep for 10 minutes.
• Filter the liquid.
• Add some honey to the liquid.
• Consume the tea every day.

15. Liquorice Root

Liquorice root is considered as one of the good home remedies for asthma because of its anti-inflammation property^[28]. Licorice root also works wonders in easing coughing and congestion, which helps to thin and loosen mucus and airways.

What you should do is.

• Put some liquorice root in a teapot.
• Add some boiling water.
• Consume the liquid every day like a tea.

16. Reishi Mushroom

Reishi mushroom can alleviate allergies causing asthma. Compounds called polysaccharides that are extracted from the fungus are used to decrease the risk of asthma attacks^[29]. It can also inhibit histamine release, which means it’s useful in treating type 1 allergies, including atopic dermatitis, anaphylactic shock, hay fever, drug allergies, hives, and bronchial asthma.

Let follow the steps below to use reishi mushroom for your asthma.

• Put a teaspoon of reishi powder in a glass of hot water.
• Drink the mixture every day for controlling asthma easily.

17. Elderberry

Elderberry may combat against asthma because elderberry contains the quercetin compound which is very good for respiratory problems^[30] [31]. It is also useful for increasing the immune system boosters in your body. It is also antioxidant-laden syrups that help decrease inflammation as well as the symptoms of allergies

• Wash elderberries carefully.
• Put them in a blender to get the juice.
• Drink the juice regularly for quick results.

18. Flax seeds

Consuming flax seeds regularly is believed to help you not only reduce the annoying symptoms caused by asthma but also help you to prevent its occurrence. Flaxseeds are storehouses of asthma-alleviating minerals namely potassium and magnesium. They are also abundant in omega-3 fatty acids, which can combat asthma because of their anti-inflammatory properties. These fatty acids are also helpful in preventing coronary heart diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, atherosclerosis, and asthma^[32]. For this treatment, consume one teaspoon of the oil from flax seeds every day. You can also chew ½ teaspoon of flax seeds every day.

19. Ginkgo Biloba

Ginkgo may treat symptoms related to respiratory diseases thanks to its anti-inflammatory abilities^[33] [34]. Because it has the anti-inflammatory compounds, ginkgo biloba may reduce inflammation of the airways and increase lung capacity^[35]. 

• Wash ginkgo biloba carefully and put them in a bowl.
• Add some boiling water.
• Let it steep for some few minutes.
• Strain the liquid and drink.

Additional Tips

1. Ideal Diet

Your daily diet helps you to reduce the symptoms of asthma. So if you are suffering from asthma, applying an ideal diet is also one of the important home remedies for asthma that you need to care.

Here is the list of food that you need to include in your daily meals and the food that you should avoid to prevent the worsening of your asthma.

The necessary foods are:

• The foods which are rich in vitamin D, including milk, eggs and milk products.
• The kinds of vegetables which are rich in beta carotene, including carrots and green vegetables.
• The foods which are rich in magnesium, such as spinach.

The foods that you should avoid are:

• The foods containing sulfites, namely wine, dried fruits, etc. These foods can make your asthma become worse.
• The foods such as beans. Eating these kinds of foods can lead your chest to be tighter, causing the difficulty to breathe.
• Artificial ingredients and chemical preservatives. You should avoid these ingredients because some of them can make you allergic.

2. Deep Breathing

Deep breathing is one of the simple but effective home remedies for asthma that you can apply everywhere and every time. Deep breathing greatly contributes to strengthening the oxygen to the lungs. Let’s try it and we are sure that it will bring you a lot of surprises.

3. Steam Therapy

Follow the steps below:

• Pour boiling water in a pot.
• Use a thick and large towel to cover the head and the pot.
• Inhale the steam.
• Do this process for several times every day.

Hope that we have answered all your queries about the asthma problem, including the best natural home remedies for asthma. So, let’s try one of these home remedies if you are struggling with this problem. Please share with other readers and us if you have any other treatment in mind. Leave your comment below.

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