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
Fatty Foods
Wine and Beer
Dairy
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Content: Oily fish, like salmon, also contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can help people with asthma fight inflammation, according to a study published in January 2015 Allergology International. “ Substituting fish for red meat whenever possible is always a good idea,” McCormack says. 539
Wine and Beer
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Sulfites, commonly used as a preservative in wine and some beers, may worsen asthma for those with moderate to severe symptoms, according to the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI). Somewhere between 1 in 40 and 1 in 100 people with asthma have a sulfite sensitivity, per the Cleveland Clinic. Additionally, sulfites can be found in dried fruit, shrimp, pickles, and condiments, according to AAAAI. Jennifer Musser, a registered dietitian in Denver who works with adults who have inflammation-related chronic conditions (including asthma), says it’s best to avoid them — or at least limit your intake — if you have chronic breathing problems. It’s also a good idea to speak with a doctor for insight on what to avoid and what to do if you have a reaction. 540
Dairy
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Finally, another food category you may have been told to avoid if you have asthma is dairy. It’s long been thought that dairy products like milk and ice cream worsen asthma symptoms because they increase the production of mucus in the lungs. Dr. Strub says there’s little scientific evidence to support that theory.