Bronchitis (back to nutrition facts A to Z menu) helpful products for bronchitis Characteristics of BronchitisBronchitis is an infection or irritation of the bronchial tree (the tubes leading down into the lungs). The inflammation leads to a buildup of mucous. Main symptoms of bronchitis are coughing, pain in the chest and/or back, fatigue, sore throat, fever, difficulty in breathing and sudden chills. Chronic bronchitis is often caused by irritation from cigarette smoke and other poisonous fumes, as well as allergies, dust, dampness and cold. Careful attention to the diet advice below, combined with the suggested health supplements may help: Nutrition Facts & Diet Advice for bronchitisAvoid mucus-forming foods such as dairy products, sugar, white flour, processed foods and excess bananas.
Drink at least 1½ litres of spring or filtered water every day, at room temperature or warmer. Eat plenty of garlic and onions, and some radishes and mustard. Eat lots of fresh (preferably organic) vegetables and fruit. Other Suggestions Blow up a balloon a few times every day to strengthen the lungs. Invest in an air purifier, particularly for the bedroom and workplace if possible. Consult a nutrition consultant or herbalist for more detailed and individual help. Do not allow bronchitis to turn into pneumonia. The following health supplements and products may be helpful (click on a health supplement to go there.) AquaSource Klamath Lake Blue Green Algae
BioCare Quercetin Plus Bromelain
Higher Nature Ultra C 1000mg Plus Bioflavonoids
Solgar Advanced Antioxidant Formula vegicaps
Solgar Flavo-Zinc
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