Since bronchial asthma is a chronic disease, it is not easy to cure. People learn to control and manage episodes of shortness of breath and coughing, alleviate attacks of suffocation with medication, and reduce wheezing. Those with bronchial asthma always consider their condition when planning their lives. They must always have an inhaler on hand for difficult moments. Although this disease is challenging to cure, traditional medicine offers its support in this area.
Bronchial Asthma: Treatment with Folk Remedies
All the recipes provided below are based on the experiences of treating patients with bronchial asthma.
- Hydrogen Peroxide and Badger Fat Therapy
Every morning, take 30 drops of hydrogen peroxide diluted in half a glass of water half an hour before meals. In the evening, eat 1 teaspoon of badger fat combined with 1 teaspoon of honey. - Bronchitis Prevention for Asthma Management
Timely treatment of bronchitis is essential. For bronchitis, try this recipe: Mix 3 liters of whey with 100 grams of crushed elecampane root and honey. Stir well and place in the oven. After the whey starts boiling, lower the temperature and let it simmer for 4 hours. Consume 1 tablespoon 3 times daily, 30 minutes before meals, until the entire mixture is finished. - Pine Cone Infusion
This remedy is effective for asthma, bronchitis, and colds. Place clean green pine cones and a small piece of pine resin (about 2 cm) in a thermos. Pour hot milk over them, stir, and let steep for 4 hours. Strain and reuse the cones up to two more times. Drink 1 glass in the morning and evening for 4–8 weeks. Take a break and repeat if necessary. - Aloe Balm Recipe
Combine 250 grams of aloe leaves with 350 grams of honey and half a liter of quality wine. Do not water the aloe plant for two weeks before cutting the leaves. Wipe the leaves clean instead of washing them. Let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for 10 days, then strain and squeeze the leaves. Drink 1 tablespoon for the first 2–3 days, then reduce to 1 teaspoon three times daily. - Jerusalem Artichoke Therapy
To make an infusion, mix 2 tablespoons of grated Jerusalem artichoke with a glass of boiling water. Let it steep and drink 1/4 cup 3–4 times daily. Apart from helping with asthma, Jerusalem artichoke strengthens bones, improves sleep, relieves toothache, and reduces heart palpitations. - Garlic Butter
Crush 5 large garlic cloves, add salt to taste, and mix with 100 grams of softened butter. Use it as a spread on bread or add to mashed potatoes. - Rose Petal Infusion
Combine 500 grams of grated raw pumpkin, 100 grams of rose petals, 5 finely chopped plantain leaves, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 1 liter of dry red wine. Heat the mixture until it boils, then let it sit for 24 hours before straining. Consume 1 tablespoon 5 times daily. - Coltsfoot Compress
Soak 40 fresh coltsfoot leaves in 0.5 liters of vodka. Let it infuse in a dark place for 2 weeks. Apply compresses at night: one night on the chest, the next between the shoulder blades. Alternate for a total of 20 compresses in each area. - Ledum Decoction
As an expectorant and anti-allergy remedy for bronchial asthma and bronchitis, boil 1 tablespoon of chopped Ledum (wild rosemary) in a glass of water for 10 minutes. Take 1 tablespoon 5–6 times a day. - Massage and Acute Asthma Relief
Perform a massage starting at the head and working down to the chest. Use oil, cream, or talcum powder for the massage.
To ease mucus expulsion, drink a bit of sour wine or a quarter teaspoon of baking soda. Valerian tincture can also help during attacks: 15–20 drops in 50 ml of water.
Lastly, asthma attacks can be relieved by inhaling the smoke from burning nettle. Regular inhalation may even lead to a cure.