Asthma - Management

Warm Up to Running With Asthma

You may love to run outdoors, but no matter how far or fast you go, you can't outrun your asthma. However, it doesn't have to slow you down or turn you into a coach potato.

Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome

This condition is the result of damage to the intestinal lining, which allows larger-than-normal particles such as undigested food, microbes, wastes, and toxins to get into the lymphatic system or bloodstream, triggering an immune response that causes inflammation.

What to Do When You're Having an Asthma Attack

If you suddenly found yourself in the middle of a full-blown asthma attack, would you know what to do? The answer to that question could be the difference between life and death.

New Asthma Management Tools: Apps, GPS and Other Electronic Devices

Thanks to the latest technology, you have the ability to stay in touch with friends, browse the Internet, and listen to your favorite songs all on one device. But did you know that you can also use your smartphone to manage your health?

The Connection Between Asthma, Mind, and Body

The latest research reveals that your mind can be an important factor when it comes to coping with this chronic respiratory condition. Therefore, the more confident you are in handling your symptoms, the better able you may be to keep your asthma under control.

New Device Helps Predict Asthma Attacks

Researchers now believe that a new, easy-to-use asthma predictor will give asthmatics a timely warning allowing them to stop an asthma attack before it begins.

Alcohol and Asthma: A Good or Bad Mix?

Some asthma sufferers say that a few beers or a glass of wine does nothing to aggravate their symptoms. Some even claim these libations help to improve their symptoms. Yet other asthmatics find that drinking alcohol worsens their chronic respiratory symptoms. How can such a large discrepancy exist? Here's why.

How Indoor Allergies Can Trigger Asthma

Sometimes allergies and asthma can go hand-in-hand. And here's why.

7 Cost-Effective Treatments for Asthma

You re probably very aware of how much you spend for a gallon of gas or a carton of milk these days. But do you know how much it costs to manage your asthma?

The Link Between Traffic and Asthma

If you live near a busy roadway and find yourself short of breath or constantly wheezing, your address could be to blame.

Using Omalizumab to Treat Allergic Asthma

Looking for a better way to control your allergic asthma symptoms? If corticosteroid therapy isn t effective enough to treat moderate to severe allergic asthma, it may be time to talk to your doctor about adding Subcutaneous Omalizumab. This injection is administered once or twice a month by a doctor so you can head off your allergic asthma.

Does Chronic Nasal Congestion Worsen Asthma?

Think that your chronic nasal congestion is all in your head? Well, it may also be in your chest. According to the latest research findings, there is a strong link between rhinitis and severe asthma, particularly in those who suffer from a range of respiratory symptoms.

Bronchial Thermoplasty for Asthma Control

If you're taking high doses of corticosteroids and long-acting beta2-agonists (LABAs) to reduce your symptoms but still struggle to control severe asthma, you may want to explore this new procedure.

4 Mistakes that Sabotage Asthma Control

Do you need to use your fast-acting relief inhaler two or more times a week? If so, your asthma probably isn't controlled nearly as well as it could be.

The Connection between Violence, Stress, and Asthma

How safe is your neighborhood? If the answer is, "Not very," then you could be at an increased risk for asthma complications.

Wake Up to Asthma Control

You brush your teeth first thing every day, then probably savor a piping hot cup of coffee. But do you also make your asthma control steps an essential part of your morning too?

Are You Overusing Your Asthma Medication?

If you have mild asthma and take a control inhaler that contains a combination of corticosteroids and long-acting beta agonists (LABAs), you could be taking a life-threatening risk.

Small Steps Add Up to Big Strides in Managing Asthma

These small lifestyle changes can make a big impact in helping you manage your asthma effectively anywhere and anytime.

5 New Year's Resolutions to Control Asthma

While you can't make asthma disappear for the New Year, you can certainly gain increased asthma control by taking some key steps.

Asthma at Work: 7 Ways You Won't Get Sick

Your work environment could be making you sick. Wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath might be indicators that something at work is triggering your symptoms.

Simple Ways to Control Asthma and Breathe Easy

How well do you control your asthma? If you find yourself experiencing frequent flare-ups, you may want to learn more about some of the latest tools and treatment options.

Don't Let the Holidays Take Your Breath Away

Could an increase in asthma flare-ups put a damper on your holiday merriment? Many people's seasonal asthma symptoms worsen between Thanksgiving and New Year's and the timing isn't a coincidence. These common questions and answers will help you understand why this time of year can be so difficult.

A One-Shot Approach? Allergy Shots and Asthma

You go to great lengths to use your asthma medication exactly as directed in order to avoid triggers, yet you still can't seem to get the upper hand on your allergic asthma symptoms. If this sounds all too familiar, it may be time to try allergy shots.

Don't Let Exercise Asthma Stop You in Your Tracks During Cold Weather

You may find yourself avoiding certain sports activities as the weather gets colder, but fortunately, you can protect your lungs from the strain of the bitter cold.

Trusted Asthma Tips

We asked parents of children with asthma to give us their best asthma-care tips. From freezing your pillows to sharing a written action plan with your school, moms responded with creative, take-charge solutions.

When Pet Allergies Trigger Asthma

Do you want to keep your pet or do you want to breathe better? Thankfully, you may not have to make that choice after all.

How Pulmonary Function Tests Measure Up

Monitoring asthma is very crucial to prevent an asthma attack or worsened symptoms. These different pulmonary function tests provide different ways to control asthma.

Control Your Asthma Through Yoga

If asthma is stopping you from achieving your fitness goals, try yoga. These exercises not only strengthen your lungs, but could be the one to help you regain control.

How to Fight Off Fall Asthma Symptoms

The fall season can be the most delightful time of the year, but yet the worst part of the year if you have asthma. See how you can get to enjoy the changing leaves and the holiday festivities.

Age or Asthma: What's Making You Short of Breath?

When you find yourself suddenly short of breath, do you wonder where your symptoms are coming from? Knowing the difference can be difficult not only for you but for your doctor, as well.
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