Title: 5 Foods and Drinks That May Affect Asthma | Everyday Health
Headings: 5 Foods That May Trigger Asthma Flares
5 Foods That May Trigger Asthma Flares
Processed foods and certain high-fat foods have been linked to worse asthma symptoms.
Artificial Sweeteners
Processed Foods
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Content: And while there’s no evidence that any one diet will cure asthma, a growing body of research suggests that certain foods can worsen inflammation, and therefore the severity of asthma, according to Meredith C. McCormack, MD, the medical director of the pulmonary function laboratory and an associate professor of medicine at Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore. “The clinical evidence for dietary changes as a primary treatment for asthma is still evolving, but there’s plenty of evidence that suggests a healthy diet is beneficial,” Dr. McCormack says. For example, according to a review published in Nutrients in November 2017, there are certain foods that have pro- or anti-inflammatory effects, which means they can help or hurt when it comes to asthma management. McCormack says she works with her asthma patients to develop nutritional plans that alleviate asthma symptoms and support overall health. Cassidy Gundersen, PhD, a nutritionist and the owner of Spiro Health and Wellness in Salt Lake City, says she’s also worked with a number of people who were able to find long-lasting relief from asthma with dietary changes. In addition to following a healthy diet, you might want to talk to your doctor about whether avoiding these seven types of foods and drinks could help improve your asthma management. Remember, no dietary changes should be used in place of asthma treatment prescribed by your healthcare provider. If your symptoms are improving (or getting worse), talk with your doctor about adjusting your asthma treatment plan. 536
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Though rare, food allergies can trigger asthma, notes the Cleveland Clinic. And the calorie-free sweetener aspartame, commonly used in diet sodas, is one of many food additives known to cause allergic reactions, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).