Asthma Causes

It isn´t clear what asthma causes make the airways of people with asthma inflamed in the first place. Your inflamed airways may be due to a combination of factors.

We know that if other people in your family have asthma, you are more likely to develop it. New research suggests that being exposed to allergens like tobacco smoke, infections, and other allergens early in your life may increase your chances of developing asthma.

Asthma Causes, Symptoms and Attacks

There is matter in the environment that brings on your asthma symptoms and lead to asthma attacks. Some of the more common factors include exercise, allergens, irritants, and viral infections. Some people have asthma only when they exercise or have a viral infection.

The list below gives some examples of factors that can bring on asthma symptoms.

Allergens

Animal dander (from the skin, hair, or feathers of animals)
Dust mites (contained in house dust)
Cockroaches
Pollen from trees and grass
Mold (indoor and outdoor)

Irritants

Cigarette smoke
Air pollution
Cold air or changes in weather
Strong odors from painting or cooking
Scented products
Strong emotional expression (including crying or laughing hard) and stress

Others

Medicines such as aspirin and beta-blockers
Sulfites in food (dried fruit) or beverages (wine)
A condition called gastroesophageal (GAS-tro-e-sof-o-JEE-al) reflux disease that causes heartburn and can worsen asthma symptoms, especially at night
Irritants or allergens that you may be exposed to at your work, such as special chemicals or dusts
Infections

This is not a complete list of all the factors that can bring on asthma symptoms. People can have trouble with one or more of these. It is important for you to learn which asthma causes are problems for you. Your doctor can help you identify which situations affect your asthma and ways to avoid them.

Nutrients for Healthy Airways

Step 1. Establish a Nutritional Foundation:

VIBE® - 1-2 ounces daily - split between AM/PM
Liquid multi-nutrient delivery technology that provides critical essential nutrients and cofactors needed for the body to thrive. VIBE provides outstanding daily nutritional support and contains specialized nutrients to manage the aging process.*

Step 2. Focus on Airways Health Goals:

EFACOR™ - (Omega-3s) - 2 softgels daily - 10 min. before a meal
Concentrated, pharmaceutical grade, natural Omega-3 dietary supplement providing high dose EPA and DHA. EFACOR is guaranteed ultra-pure, free of environmental contaminants and to have exceptional taste.*

Probiotic+™ - 2 caps daily - 10 min. before breakfast
Helpful bacteria promote balanced digestive and intestinal environments for proper nutrient absorption. Supports cholesterol health, the immune system and healthy aging. Assists health during GI distress. Helps replenish beneficial bacteria reduced from antibiotic use.*

Molybdenum - 2 TBSP - daily for 1 month
Supports healthy enzyme system function. Detoxification pathway for acetaldehyde in the body. Healthy airways. Normal cellular replication. Healthy bacteria in the large intestine.*

Phytamins® (Vitamins) - 1 ounce daily - in PM
Assists the immune system. Enhances bone strength and flexibility. Promotes healthy brain functions. Supports respiration of tissues. Complements minerals. Effectively converts food into energy.*

Germanium - 1 tsp daily - in AM
Germanium has been implicated in the promotion of healthy oxygen flow to tissues and normal functioning of immune cells. Many view germanium as a substance that can help maintain healthy balance of body functions.*

The information provided should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. Please, consult your health care provider before taking over the counter or prescription drugs, nutritional supplements, or following any health treatment or regimen. The above product(s) is not a substiture for a well balanced diet.

* This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.