Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the airways, making breathing difficult due to inflammation, mucus buildup, and airway tightening. While asthma cannot be cured permanently, many people successfully manage their symptoms with proper medical treatment, lifestyle changes, and supportive natural approaches.
This article discusses supportive, natural ways to help manage asthma symptoms alongside prescribed medical treatment. These methods are not substitutes for inhalers or doctor-recommended medicines.
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer (Important)
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Asthma is a serious medical condition that requires diagnosis and treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Always consult your doctor before trying any new remedy, especially if you have moderate to severe asthma.
Understanding Asthma: A Brief Overview
Asthma causes:
- Swelling and inflammation of airways
- Excess mucus production
- Tightening of airway muscles
Common triggers include:
- Dust, pollen, smoke
- Cold air
- Respiratory infections
- Stress and anxiety
- Certain foods or allergens
Managing asthma focuses on reducing triggers, controlling inflammation, and maintaining healthy lung function.
1. Breathing Exercises (Supportive Practice)
Breathing techniques may help improve lung efficiency and reduce anxiety related to breathlessness.
Helpful practices include:
- Diaphragmatic breathing
- Pursed-lip breathing
- Slow nasal breathing
📝 These exercises can support relaxation but do not replace rescue inhalers.
2. Steam Inhalation (With Caution)
Warm steam may help loosen mucus in some individuals.
How to try safely:
- Use warm (not boiling) water
- Inhale steam gently for 5–10 minutes
- Stop immediately if breathing feels worse
⚠️ Steam inhalation may worsen symptoms in some people — discontinue if uncomfortable.
3. Ginger as a Supportive Dietary Ingredient
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties that may support respiratory health.
Ways to include ginger:
- Ginger tea (small quantities)
- Fresh ginger in food
⚠️ Effects vary from person to person and it should not be used during acute asthma attacks.
4. Honey (Not for Children Under 1 Year)
Honey may help soothe throat irritation and coughing.
- Take 1 teaspoon of honey (optional)
- Avoid if diabetic or allergic
📝 Honey does not treat asthma, but may help relieve throat discomfort.
5. Maintaining a Clean, Low-Allergen Environment
Reducing indoor triggers is one of the most effective non-medical strategies.
Tips:
- Wash bedding weekly in hot water
- Avoid carpets and heavy curtains
- Use dust-mite covers
- Keep pets out of sleeping areas
- Avoid incense sticks and smoking indoors
6. Yoga and Gentle Physical Activity
Some people find benefit from gentle movement and relaxation techniques.
Supportive practices include:
- Gentle yoga stretches
- Meditation and stress management
- Light walking
⚠️ Avoid intense exercise without medical clearance.
7. Healthy Diet to Support Immunity
A balanced diet may help overall respiratory health.
Include:
- Fresh fruits and vegetables
- Omega-3 rich foods
- Adequate hydration
Avoid foods that personally trigger symptoms.
What NOT to Believe About Asthma
❌ “Asthma can be cured in 7 days”
❌ “Home remedies can replace inhalers”
❌ “Asthma medicines are addictive”
✔️ Asthma is manageable, not curable
✔️ Medical treatment is essential
✔️ Natural methods are supportive only
When to Seek Immediate Medical Help
Get urgent medical attention if you experience:
- Severe shortness of breath
- Wheezing that doesn’t improve with inhaler
- Difficulty speaking due to breathlessness
- Bluish lips or fingernails
Final Thoughts
Asthma management works best when medical treatment is combined with healthy lifestyle choices. Supportive natural approaches may help improve comfort and quality of life, but they should always be used alongside professional medical care.
Always follow your doctor’s advice and keep prescribed inhalers accessible at all times.
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– brisk walking in every day morning after sunrise, so body gets chance to absorb sunlight
– fasting once a week with warm water, and vegetable soup
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Thangs&Regards
Govind Singh(Asthama Rougi)
Rawat bhata ,RajRaj.kota
hi, I am suffering from asthma for more than 2 yrs,i am taking homeopathy, still not cured but somewhat fine now…thanks for your information…
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I m suffering from asthma ,i m taking ayurvedic medicines,but it has not much effect ,what should i do ?? .
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Hi Sir and Madam, I am suffered from Asthma from last 8 Year. Now I am only 27 year old. I am taking a lot of medicine but nothing impact. But I am not took any Homeopathic medicine. Is there any Permanent treatment in homeopathic for ASTHMA. Please give me a good advise for this.
I’ve been suffering from asthma from more than 20 years.I used to take allopath medicine but it didn’t help me. But leading a balanced life style that means balanced diet, avoiding non veg food, regular yoga exercises, pranayama and meditation helps me a lot to stay away from asthmatic attack
Dear sir,
Cure for Asthma permanent medicine.
Hi,
As far as Yoga is concern, it definitely prevents asthma and gradually also helps in curing of the condition.
Can I use ginger juice mix with mince garlic with honey to treat my asthma ?
I have been suffering with asthma from 4 years.and also using homeopathy medicin .now i am 6 years old. Mostly breathing problem. what is the best home remedy for asthma.please suggest me.
Hello sir i am 24 year old . Long time affected to asthama
I have been suffering with asthma from 4 years.now i am 25 year old. Mostly breathing problem. what is the best home remedy for asthma.please suggest me.I,m temporary use to montak taplet lc controlled wheezing. But need to continue for asthma.solution for best way of treatment pls suggest me.
Helo sir/mam
Mujhe 13 year se bronchitis elergy hai or iski maine kafi medicine bhi khaya hai bt aaj tk mujhe koi profit nhi hua hai,
ab aap hi kuch suggest kare ki mai kya kru,
abhi meri age 25 year old hi hai,
Regards
Arun chaudhry
from moradabad Uttar pradesh 244401
Which treatment can cure asthmatic attack permanent whether allopathic or ayurvedic homeopathy or Unani or any other pls suggest
Befor 25 years contious i effecting these asthma … Befor ten years contious i useing beclate 200 inhaler . Can any effect it ? Next what treat i do to solve it ?
Hello sir .pls tell me any medicine for ashtma. My father is having .but this winter season is affecting day to day .he taking all homeopathy and unnai and all the thing .pls tell me.it very urgent.plshelp me
Hi, Raunak prajapati is here
i m also a asthmatic patient and now i m feeling good after taking this ayurvedic medicine.
i will suggest only 1 Ayurvedic medicine for asthmatic person -*(ENGLISH NAME – BORAX POWDER, HINDI NAME – SUHAGA)
I m kirti from kharar punjab i m 19 years old muje 4 5 yrs s asthama mene alloepathic and homeopathic treatment bhi liye but muje bilkul bhi aaram nai i m so stressed about my this problem plz suggested me what can i do plz
Kindly suggest ayurvedic medicine for Asthma. I m a asthma patient. Plz let me know the best medicine for Asthma.
I had no idea that yoga can be used to help treat asthma symptoms. I currently go to a yoga studio that advertises weight loss and reduced stress as the benefits of yoga. It could be a unique advertising technique to also draw people in by letting them know that yoga helps with asthma as well.
i am sufring from fistula and asthama.
Would like to get treatment for chronic brochile asthma in your asram. Please inform the procedure to get admission & other formalities required. I reside in Delhi. Please also inform about the cost of treatment. Regards
some of home remedies are working and beneficial thanks for your knowladge
Sir/madem,I have been suffering from alrgic asthma for last 10 year.I have 21 year old.please give me advise for best treatment.
I am one of persone who is suffering from bronchial asthma for 2 years and tried to treat with modern medicine but couldn’t cure. So I got this information with this website the disease can cure with your medication.Where I can get the medication&where is your branch?
If you know it is pollution induced, What type of pollution from where? Is it near your home or work place? why not try moving away from the pollution or using masks first. Then at least it shouldnt become worse.
Able to cure asthma sustainable by self made medicine permanently with in 50 days
I m suffering from asthma
What can i do
Hi,
Please do Breathing Yoga like Kapalbhati, Suryabhedi Pranayama, Bhastrika Pranayama
Dear doctor, my son is 8years old. He has got childhood asthma. He has been suffering from dry cough and cold. The condition is very bad at night. Alopathic paeditrician prescribed montelucast. But the result is not good. Please help me to save my child.
Homeopathy medicine
Or
Borex powder
Or
Suhaga as under the prescribed by physian
I have asthma can be cured?
Hi Oludase Emma,
It can be cured and minimized through Yoga, especially by the breathing yogic practices. For more information, you can contact us on info@gyanunlimited.com
Hlo sir/mam my mom is 35 yrs old and she is suffering from asthma is tr any solution means plzzzzz tell us
Your problem related with asthma can be cured completely through Yoga. If you are interested, our Yoga team will prepare a Yoga Module for Asthma for you. You can contact us on info@gyanunlimited.com
please send me the name and phone no of doctor. i am suffering for allergy asthma and i am in usa and i am 66 yr old women.
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I’m suffering from asthma from child onwards..I went to many doctors…now I’m difficult to breath…pls give valuable solution to cure immediately now my age 24 …at least til 50 age I have to live….pls give proper home remedies
Mera nam Abhishek hain , meri umar 19 years hain mujhe bachpan se hi allergic asthma hain, sath main allergic rhinitis bhi hain , Maine bahut jagah par ilaj kiya Lekin aram nahi mila, abhi main Ayurvedic ilaj karana chahta hun lekin kaha karu, pls krupya jankari dijiye ya upay sujhaye…….
You can do your treatment at All Indian Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi
very good helping info about Asthma and chest Ailments with all kind of different health system. kindly mention Sanskrit name of Ayurvedic herbs. thanks pravin patel
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Hello,nice share.
I have been suffering from Asthma for last 6-8 years. Allopathic medicines only provide symptomatic relief but can not wipe out for rest of one*s life. Considering such, I opted for Homeopathic medicine which could solve 90% of the problem;in that treatment I was told to take morning bath in cold water before sun rise even in winter season after a good massage of whole body with mustard oil, I got the good result. So, try this method by consulting a Homeo doctor.
Great write up!
The same substances that trigger your hay fever symptoms might also cause asthma signs or
symptoms like breathlessness, wheezxing and chest tightness.
There are certain indoor allergens that get active mainly in winter and also
have high likelihood of triggering asthma.
Examples of ingredients such medicines are: Methylsulfonyl methane, Echinacea purpurea, Quercetin, grape Seed, Stinging nettle
Homeopathic remedies for asthma are very effective and can cure asthma permanently. Homeopathic medicines are natural medicines and work by moderating our immune system, that is rightly mention in your article.
I am suffering from bronchial asthma. My age 78 years what should I do .my mother had this br asthma too.kindy suggest .
Simply on the basis of age, it is not so easy to recommend any exercise or herbal medicine. However, you can try steam inhalation.
Sufferering from breathlessness congestion. Generally trigerrs by strong aroma. Doctor said it is sinus and you have to undergo surgery can you suggest some home remedies?