The Asthma Checklist

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The Asthma Check List

 

1. First and foremost, remember: there is always something you can do

about your health! Learn to incorporate lifestyle change and

implement changes that work for you! You can control your asthma by

knowing the warning signs of an attack and avoid triggers that cause

an attack.

 

2. Chronic stress has been linked to a worsening of asthma and

allergies. Severe anxiety can trigger attacks, and stress generally

aggravates asthma symptoms. Get chronic stress under control.

 

3. If you have asthma you should avoid cigarette smoke, if you smoke,

quit.

 

4. You should do mild exercise...swimming, light aerobics or weight

training. Avoid strenuous physical exercise.

 

5. Eat a healthy diet. Try to determine which foods in your diet

trigger attacks and avoid them.

 

6. Those who are sensitive to mold and outdoor air pollution should

consider limiting outdoor activities when levels are high. In hot,

humid climates, this may require the use of air conditioning and/or

dehumidifiers. In large cities where air pollution problems are

prevalent, the number of emergency room visits for asthma attacks

increase when the air quality is very poor.

 

7. Those who are sensitive to pet allergens should not keep pets

indoors, ever.

 

8. Carpets keep allergens embedded within it. Remove carpets

especially from the bedroom. Frequent vacuuming will reduce the

presence of allergens. If the room has a hard surface floor, it

should be damp mopped weekly.

 

9. Keep household humidity levels at less than 50 percent. This

controls dust mites and fungus growth. Mattress covers and pillow

case covers provide a barrier between house dust mites and the person

with asthma. Down-filled pillows, quilts, or comforters should not be

used and stuffed animals and clutter should be removed from bedrooms.

 

10. Doing relaxation techniques such as yoga and meditation benefit

lung function by affecting emotional processes, muscles, and

breathing.

 

 

Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac.

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