Can You Treat Asthma with Cod Liver Oil?
July 29, 2008 – 11:44 pmThere is a definite link between asthma and cod liver oil. Experts suggest that one of the causes of asthma is a deficiency in omega-3 fatty acids. They attribute this in part to children who have not been breastfed as well to as a diet which is lacking in vitamins and minerals.
Research has found that cod liver oil is a rich source of vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids. Among its many benefits are the prevention of dry skin, relief for arthritis sufferers, and improved heart health. And now cod liver oil seems to hold the promise of curtailing asthma symptoms.
It seems that asthma attacks can be treated by including an adequate amount of essential fatty acids in the diet, particularly the omega-3 fatty acids found in cod liver oil. Researchers report that omega-6 is the most widely consumed of the fatty acids, whereas omega-3 is the least consumed.
Asthma is an inflammatory disorder and we know that omega-3 fatty acids help to relieve such medical conditions. So it seems logical to suppose that cod liver oil can be a useful option for treating this disease.
It’s been revealed in studies that children are more liable to develop asthma when they don’t eat enough foods containing Vitamins C, E, and B12, as well as zinc, selenium, magnesium and beta-carotene. A first step in treating asthma should be to include these important nutrients in the diet, supplemented by cod liver oil.
It has been found that there is a need to supplement the diet with cod liver oil in order to maintain sufficient levels of the vitamins and fatty acids in the body. Research has shown that it’s hard to get enough omega-3 fatty acids through diet alone.
When one asthma sufferer experienced wheezing she took cod liver oil and found relief. When she stopped taking it the wheezing started again. It appears, then, that cod liver oil reduces asthma symptoms.
If you or your child has asthma, the first suggestion would be to consult with your physician to determine if cod liver oil is appropriate for you. There may be certain conditions under which you cannot use this oil, especially if you or your child have a pre-existing illness or have been taking medications which can interact with the oil.
Cod liver oil seems to help asthma patients, and judging from the overall consensus in researching the relationship between the cause and effect of asthma, this may be an effective alternative.
Tags: Allergies/Asthma
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