Ayurvedic treatment for asthma in children - how to treat asthma in children

Asthma is chronic respiratory disease that can be even cause death if not treated in the initial stage. A child can also suffer from asthmatic attacks and as a result he or she may have to miss their school and daily routine. They may not be able to play like normal healthy children and miss the most important part of their childhood.  Children miss their school usually because of the asthmatic problems and thus could not be able to compete with other children.

Several cases or forms of asthma can be seen in children nowadays and usually most of them turns out to be deadly at times and as a result this disease must not be taken lightly when a child is suffering from this. Because of the change in temperature, eating habits, pollution and environment bronchial asthma is spreading very quickly. In some recent survey it was mentioned that out of five at least one child is suffering from the symptoms of asthma in numerous ways. In Ayurveda this disease or situation is called 'tamaka shwasa'. To prevent asthmatic attacks individual suffering from this disease must carry a device called inhaler that helps in decreasing the severity of the asthmatic attack. Lung is the most essential organ of our body's respiratory system that is important for breathing properly. The oxygen in the atmosphere is inhaled through nose so that before reaching the final destination it is properly filtered, warmed and purified at the same time. This purified cell is used by each and every cell of the body so that body remains fresh and best in conditions.

When required amount of air is not supplied to the lungs because of some hindrance or obstruction then in such a case lungs itself makes an effort to fulfill the requirement of the cells in the body and thus this effort causes labored breathing. This particular symptom causes major asthma problems. The obstruction or restriction in the airway is also scientifically known as bronco-spasm. Ayurveda treatments help a lot in treating asthma attacks so that the children can lead a life without any stress or other health problems. According to the new age modern medicine system asthma is caused because of reaction or allergy in the respiratory track. When the allergic reaction occurs in the body then in such a case the cells produce more mucus that results in airway blockages. 

Simple ayurveda treatments for children can help a child fight with asthma courageously and at same time the treatment will let them enjoy their childhood also. Asthma can be of 3 different types namely, dry type asthma, infection type asthma and congestive type asthma. To treat the dry type of asthma a child intake of fluids must be increased. Intake of fluids will increase moisture as well as oxygen in the child's body. Along with this the child must be covered so that he or she is not exposed to the cold weather or wind. Sesame oil must be used to massage their body so that moisture can be retained in their body. The must not be allowed to consume dairy product, nuts and food, that are cold, raw and rough.

In infection type of asthma the child must drink lot of water, avoid eating anything after 10:00, avoid fried foods, extreme exertion and must try to eat fruit and vegetables in place of red meat and dairy products like yogurt. Children prone to infections must consume turmeric in any form because it helps in increasing the immunity. Light exercises can also help a lot strength building and increasing immunity.

In congestive type of asthma the child must avoid heat products, dairy products, non vegetarian food and excess of salt and sugar. Bitter vegetable can help them in increasing the mucus circulation and at same time it will also prevent the congestion problems in you. Massage with mustard oil is also good for them. Parents must guide their children to do some cardio exercises or pay some outdoor games. Rest of the ayurvedic treatment is similar to other types of asthma. Simple home remedies from the book of ayurveda can help you fight the asthma demon.