Things You'll Need:
- Vitamin C supplements
- Diagnosis and emergency medication from a licensed physician
- Acupuncture treatments
- Lycopene
- Fresh vegetables
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Step 1
See a licensed physician for diagnosis and prescription medications. Tell him you're planning to use Chinese medicine in combination with conventional medicine treatments.
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Step 2
See a Chinese medicine practitioner. Tell her about your asthma triggers and goals for maintenance of the disease. Set up a natural health plan to treat your asthma.
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Step 3
Take supplements or eat foods that will strengthen your immunity to allergens. For example, increase your intake of vitamin C and lycopene, which are both found in tomatoes.
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Step 4
Overhaul your diet to boost your immune system. Chinese medicine endorses a diet rich in natural and organic ingredients over one full of refined fats and sugars. Eat more fresh vegetables and less salt.
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Step 5
Receive periodic acupuncture treatments to address lung function, immune system response and balance of mind and body.
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Step 6
Use stress reduction techniques suggested by your acupuncturist or another health care provider. These may include stretching, exercise, heat therapy or aromatherapy.
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Step 7
Continue to take any management or emergency medications prescribed by your physician while you get acupuncture or Chinese medicine treatments.
