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- Red Grapes—Because red grapes are loaded with fiber and resveratrol, two nutrients that work to reduce inflammation and mucus, researchers say that grapes, including grape products like juice, can actually reduce and help alleviate wheezing and coughing.
- Chili Peppers—Aside from giving your palate a little kick, chili peppers can help alleviate asthma symptoms in a variety of ways as well. For example, the chemical that gives chili peppers it’s heat, capsaicin, is what also helps reduce the formation of “substance P” in the body—a neuropeptide that encourages inflammation and blocks air from properly flowing through one’s air passages. The hottest peppers—habañeros, cayenne pepper and jalapeños— contain the highest levels of capsaicin and thus are better equipped to block “substance P.” Chili Peppers are also a great source of vitamin A. This vitamin alone is crucial in ensuing that you epithelial tissues healthy, including the respiratory, gastrointestinal and reproductive tracts, maintain healthy. While experts say it’s perfectly safe for pregnant women to consume spicy foods, know that chances of heartburn during the late stages of the pregnancy is likely.
- Pineapple—This fruit it high in antioxidants which is needed to flush out harmful free radicals in the body that make you sick and induce asthma related symptoms such as coughing and wheezing. A diet rich in pineapple and other fruits and vegetables that that are loaded with antioxidants, such as oranges, grapefruit and dark leafy greens and legumes, will ensure that your body’s defenses are in tip top shape and will boost your lung function.
This guest post is contributed by Barbara Jolie, who writes for online classes. She welcomes your comments at her email Id: barbara.jolie876@gmail.com.