Bronchitis |
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Symptoms of
Bronchitis
As mentioned earlier, there are two
types of Bronchitis: acute and chronic.
Acute Bronchitis, the most common
type of Bronchitis, surfaces quickly
and has severe symptoms. However,
it remains for a short span at the
maximum of a few weeks. It can start
with a dry cough, wheezing, headache
and mild fever. An individual suffering
from Acute Bronchitis may experience
shortness of breath, tightness in
the chest, and may feel unusually
cold. The coughing is accompanied
by thick, yellow or green mucous in
large quantities.
Chronic
Bronchitis is characterized as a long-term
ailment. It may be treated but it
cannot be completely cured. It recurs
at frequent intervals and most symptoms
of Chronic Bronchitis are the same
as those of Acute Bronchitis. However,
most people who are suffering from
Chronic Bronchitis do not suffer from
fever or chills. Symptoms of Chronic
Bronchitis may persist for at least
three months.
Natural Cures
If
an individual develops Acute Bronchitis
more than once, his risk of developing
Chronic Bronchitis is increased. This
can severely disrupt a person’s
lifestyle. Here are some ways through
which you can reduce the chances of
developing Bronchitis:
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Stop smoking. Smoke
irritates the internal walls of
the entire respiratory system, which
makes you more vulnerable to respiratory
diseases like Bronchitis. |
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Avoid exposure
to irritants, such as smog, dust,
pollen, pollution and second-hand
smoke. Children have weaker immune
systems than adults so they need
stronger precautions. |
Prevention
is useful, but if you still contract
Bronchitis, you can try some natural
and easily-accessible remedies to sooth
the infection.
Eucalyptus
Oil
Eucalyptus
oil is known for its warming properties
and it is used to alleviate respiratory
disorders. To properly use Eucalyptus
Oil you should do at least one of
the following:
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Release
a few drops of Eucalyptus Oil
onto a soft washcloth and soak
the washcloth in warm water. Close
your eyes to avoid irritation
from the Eucalyptus Oil and place
the washcloth over your nasal
passage. Breathe through the washcloth
to inhale the soothing oil. Repeat
this activity every few hours
for three to four minutes. |
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Rub a
few drops of Eucalyptus oil onto
your hands and inhale it directly
from your palms. |
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Boil water
in a saucepan and release a couple
of drops of Eucalyptus oil in
it. Turn off the stove and inhale
the steam that is emanating from
the water to get immediate relief
from difficulty in breathing.
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Herbs and Spices
Herbs and spices
that can be found in your pantry have
the ability to do a lot more than
add flavor to your food. They may
be used as alternative medicines to
treat a variety of ailments. To use
common herbs and spices to alleviate
Bronchitis you should do at least
one of the following:
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Create
tea by mixing a teaspoon of dried
thyme, sage and hyssop into a
cup of hot water. Add honey if
you desire to do so and drink
this tea throughout the day. |
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Grind
dry ginger, black pepper and cloves,
each in an equal proportion, and
use a teaspoon of this powder
to make a soothing tea. This tea
can be consumed thrice a day.
If you choose not to use this
mixture for tea, use a teaspoon
of honey to create a paste of
this mixture and swallow it. |
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Onion
is known for its expectoration
qualities and can aid in thinning
the mucous. Swallow a tablespoon
of raw onion juice in the morning
to see its power in relieving
bronchial symptoms. |
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Cook homemade
chicken soup and add garlic or
ginger to aid in the thinning
of mucous. |
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Garlic
is effective in combating microbes
and it may be consumed raw, consumed
as an extract, or consumed in
pill form. |
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and Lifestyle for Bronchitis
Some
medical practitioners
believe in the healing
and restorative power
of orange juice for curing
Acute Bronchitis. It is
recommended that the patient
fast on orange juice and
water until the symptoms
subside. Thereafter, an
all-fruit diet should
be followed for two to
three days.
For
Chronic Bronchitis, the
patient can begin with
an all-fruit diet for
five to seven days and
proceed with a well-balanced
diet emphasizing cereals,
nuts, raw vegetables,
and fresh fruits. The
patient should drink a
glass of water every two
waking hours as water
is known to thin mucous
secretions.
When
suffering from bronchitis,
the patient should avoid
foods that incite mucous
production, such as dairy
products, chocolate, bananas,
and fried foods.
Regular
exercise is also known
to aid in the control
of Bronchitis. Most people
suffering from Bronchitis
are advised to develop
a regular exercise schedule
as it helps strengthen
the respiratory system.
Back
massages are useful in
separating phlegm, and
if someone suffers from
chronic bronchitis, it
is recommended that he
or she attends regular
sessions with a massage
therapist.
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