Some Foods to Avoid for asthmatics

Consuming special foods can’t help in getting rid of asthma symptoms but there are foods to avoid for asthmatics because some food you eat may likely have an influence.

Some of these foods can make asthma symptoms quite worse, however not everybody will have some kind of reactions to the same food.

In essence, it is recommended you have a close monitoring of reactions to some certain foods and do away with them if it is necessary.

In my last post, I listed some foods for asthmatics because such foods will help in managing the ailment but here will be a list of foods to avoid for asthmatics.

As a matter of fact, reducing one’s salt consumption and avoiding certain foods which are known to be the causal factors of allergic reaction can be a great way to bring down the frequency or intensity of the ailment.

Apart from allergenic foods, other causal agents that can aggravate asthma attacks include:

1. Psychological stress
2. Dust
3. Environmental pollution
4. Physical stress

List of foods to avoid for asthmatics

The information here regarding foods to avoid for asthmatics will help you know how good it is to avoid these foods if necessary. The information is massively on the purpose and effects of these foods to overall health and why it is recommended you reduce their intake or eliminate them from diet plan.

They include:

1. Wine and beer
2. Shrimp
3. Salt
4. Fish
5. Additives
6. Maraschino cherries
7. Prepared or packaged potatoes
8. Dried fruit
9. Foods to which you are allergic
10. Pickles
11. Milk
12. Eggs
13. Shellfish
14. Cured cheeses

More fruits and nutrients to avoid

1. Nuts
2. Royal jelly

Wine or bear

Beer can aggravate asthma attacks because various additives and brewer’s yeast used in its production. Asthma-causing additive like sulfites are usually added to wine during production.

It is recommended you eliminate or reduce the intake of wine or beer since they are seen as part of foods to avoid for asthmatics. Again, researches find that histamine in wine causes symptoms such as sneezing, watery eyes and wheezing.

Shrimp

It could be somewhat risky with frozen shrimp or prepared ones. You may even suspect the presence of sulfites because seafood and frozen shrimp often have sulfites in them as they discourage unappetizing black spots growth.

For individuals who eat out, watch out to avoid eating foods cooked in a broth prepared with shellfish or shrimp.

Salt

Salt is a part of nutrients and foods to avoid for asthmatics since they are used in making them. This is because, the more salt in the diet, the worse the respiratory function of asthmatics and also the higher the asthma attacks incidence.

Diet low in sodium or salt helps alleviate asthma and diminishes the need for medication (anti- asthmatic). Therefore, being mindful of how much salt you consume is worth it.

Fish

Fish, especially when it is not fresh contains histamine and this provokes all sorts of allergic reaction. If the fish is not properly stored, it also contains histamine.

Additives

Additives cause allergic reactions, and even asthmatic crises. For instance, a flavor enhancer (monosodium glutamate, sulfites which is used as preservatives in wine and dried fruits), sodium nitrite and nitrate, artificial colorings are all dangerous for asthmatics.

Therefore, foods with additives are also seen as foods to avoid for asthmatics.

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Maraschino cherries

They seem quite beautiful like colored jewels but it is not for anyone with asthma, who is somewhat sensitive to sulfites. Bottled fruits juices or canned fruits like lime juice or lemon also contain additives or preservatives that could aggravate symptoms of asthma or bronchospasms.

Packaged or prepared potatoes

Take a look at the ingredients when you want to make mashed potatoes. You have to think twice as on the list, you’ll like come across a preservative like sodium bisulfite. Some other ingredients may include; more salt, vegetable oil, whey powder and dried nonfat milk.

Dried fruits

Certain dried fruits have sulfites in them, and the essence of the sulfites is to act as preservatives to elongate the food’s shelf life. Also remember that this additive is one of the additives that are quite problematic for asthmatics.

Be on the lookout as you may likely discover potassium bisulfite or sodium sulfite on the label. For this, we consider dried fruits as one of the foods to avoid for asthmatics.

Pickles

Pickled foods contain sulfites which have been used as preservatives, just like sauerkraut which is a fermented food. As one of the foods to avoid for asthmatics, be on the look or watch out to avoid foods such as horseradish sauce, salad dressing mixes, relishes etc.

Milk

Cow’s milk frequently causes allergies in children, particularly; and this may manifest themselves via asthmatic symptoms. Also check out for milk diseases here.

Egg

Egg yolks are one of the big heads that cause allergies, in infants so to speak.

In cases of asthma crisis, they should be avoid and since they are listed as one of the foods to avoid for asthmatics, have them avoided until they are proven or confirmed that they can be tolerated without causing negative effects.

Other Foods

Shellfish

You can get a detailed information regarding shellfish here. Shellfish are also among frequent causes of allergic reactions that can aggravate or trigger asthma attacks.

Cured Cheeses

They also contain histamine, which triggers allergies and asthma. The most dangerous of them all are the ones prepared with molds such as blue cheese.

Royal Jelly

The reason why royal jelly is listed among the foods to avoid for asthmatics is because the protein in it can cause asthma attacks and even allergic reactions.

Nuts

Peanuts and walnuts can aggravate asthma symptoms or allergic reactions especially in children.

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Fidel Perez

A graduate of Computer Science and Information Management Technology. Diploma – Caregiving, Certificates – Dementia and Diabetes Awareness and Management. A researcher, blogger, songwriter, singer and acoustic guitarist. Born in an environment where natural talents such as healing are imparted at our natural birth. This natural talents of healing is the result of our genetic inheritance and the training from family environment.