Asthma is a constrictive and inflammatory airway disease that causes coughing, wheezing, and breathing difficulty. It affects about 3% of the US population, and children under 10 are most at risk.

The key to a holistic treatment of asthma is to reduce allergic exposure to pollens, dust, molds, animal dander, wheat, dairy, and eggs. Skin and blood allergy testing can indicate allergic triggers. Most allergy specialists check for IgE-mediated allergies, but holistic doctors will also check for IgG and IgA-mediated sensitivities.

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Once the allergy triggers are identified, a plan should be developed to reduce exposure.  For instance, carpets should be removed, and dust mite-proof beddings should be used to reduce exposure to allergens.  Air filters such as HEPA and ionizing air purifiers work well, but ionization units should have low ozone output, which can also irritate.

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Frequent Causes of Asthma

Food sensitivities can cause asthma in 75% of children and 40% of adults. Dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, citrus, peanuts, preservatives, and chocolate are some of the most common allergens that can cause asthma.  Although any food can be a potential irritant. Unfortunately, hidden allergies and food sensitivities could go unrecognized and untreated. 

Natural Holistic Asthma Treatments

An elimination diet is the most powerful tool in determining and treating food sensitivities. Intravenous Magnesium, or Myers’ cocktail, is a great tool in reducing muscle spasms in the lung’s airways. Glutathione nebulizer is also prescribed to heal the lining of the bronchioles and open up the airway. Omega 3 fish oils in high doses reduce inflammation in the lungs. High-dose IV vitamin C, B6, B12, Selenium, and molybdenum are important in treating asthma.  Don’t forget the power of an anti-inflammatory diet if you are suffering from asthma.

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Learn more about Holistic Asthma Treatments:

Dr. Shiva Lalezar will treat the underlying causes of your asthma.  She employs an integrative approach, combining the best conventional therapies with the latest techniques and treatments in Functional Medicine for optimal results.

Call the Health & Vitality Center at 310-477-1166 or click here to schedule an appointment. We are one of the leading Functional Medicine centers in Los Angeles.

Testimonials

Dr. Shiva Lalezar is a godsend. I am recovering from COVID-19 for the second time and have severe body aches that at times feel paralyzing. The pain travels throughout my body and attacks different parts of my body daily. This morning I had pain in both hands and my left knee. I could not sleep last night because of the unbearable pain, even with strong pain meds. This morning I could not open the car door and was limping on my way to see Dr. Lalezar. With just one IV, my pain vanished. I was in shock of the pain relief, literally speechless. I feel as if I am in a new body.

Dr. Lalezar is not only a brilliant doctor who gets results, she is also someone with humility because she truly cares for every patient. She listens to her patients with empathy and finds the solution. She is treating my son for chronic daily headaches he’s had for 4 years. We’ve seen every dr imaginable with no results. With a few sessions, his headaches are gone. Amazing. Dr. Lalezar, you are truly a blessing.

Laura, CA

“I would like to thank Dr. Lalezar because when I started seeing her I was experiencing headaches almost daily and occasional full blown migraines. I was often anxious and the most trivial things would trigger anxiety attacks. My exercise-induced asthma was getting worse… Not good for a high school athlete.

I was taking Advair in the morning and at night time, and taking an Albuterol inhaler almost daily. With the help of Dr. Lalezar and her recommendations, including a gluten free diet, headaches are rare (and usually from not sticking to my diet) My anxiety is under control and after 6 weeks I completely discontinued the use of Advair. Now I only use my inhaler on an occasional basis. Thanks to Dr. Lalezar I’ve experienced significant improvement in how I feel, not only physically but also emotionally.”

Jenna Drucker – Age 14

Jenna Drucker – Age 14

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