Most of us foreigners, or laowai, when we first get here definitely notice one thing, and that is the pollution. Trouble breathing, the once a month cough/cold that seems to never fully go away, for many the condition seems to lasts at least 6-8months before our bodies adjust. The Chinese Government definitely are trying to clean up the environment with more parks and trees especially in anticipation for the 2008 Olympics however the full results of this will not be seen for many years to come.

Drew Campbell said “Whether a person has Asthma or is simply suffering from the pollution there are a number of quick tips that may help you feel much better whilst living here in China.

“The diet plan and suggestions are for more of the severe cases, for the person who is a mild suffer by adopting some of these tips below you should feel better living in China” Drew Campbell said.

Diet:First and foremost, you absolutely have to give up all processed foods and animal products such as meat, milk, eggs and the like from your diet. This is a must and a fact that has been in effect in several programs aimed at correcting respiratory health and finding a lasting natural asthma treatment solution such as the "Breath Retaining Program For Asthmatics" developed by the Russian, Dr. Buteyko. DO NOT CONSUME LIQUIDS WITH YOUR MEALS AT ANY TIME. This inhibits digestion by diluting the necessary juices in your stomach designated for that purpose. As a result, it hinders the much needed expansion of the diaphragm and consequently a constriction of the lungs- the bellows of life giving air- which results in the wheezing sounds any asthma patients and people suffering from pollution poisoning.

Yoga; a Helping Hand for a Natural cure for asthmaYes some yoga poses such as the Sun Salutations, the Shoulder-Stand and its counter-poses do serve as effective. Yogic exercise to aid with natural asthma treatment owing to the positioning of the body while executing them.Furthermore, when using them as exercises for a natural cure for asthma, one need not worry about the common exercise-induced asthma symptoms that may come as a result of vigorous activity as these poses are very calm and involve very little motion…hey, its Yoga after all.Now for correcting breathing habits-a necessity in any form of asthma treatment: natural or synthetic, allow me to introduce the Sun Salutations. Owing to the mild back and forward bending motions and the emphasis on focused breathing, folks, this combination of poses, sun-bathing and focus is a known panacea amongst the Indians for correcting one’s breathing-a much sought for factor when using Natural Asthma Treatment options.They should be performed at your intensity-as will be described in the text below; Fitness: Inside & Out- but as soon as you are able to perform 12 rounds with comfort, you may choose to perform the other poses and body-weight exercises described in full detail with illustrative photos and precise instructions. This will aid you in re-building your cardio-vascular endurance and also speeding up detoxification which is a huge factor in natural healing and needless to say asthma treatment.Other simple steps to help with succeeding with the tips above for a Natural cure for asthma include the following: 1. Avoid excessive temperature changes.2. Ensure dust mites are reduced as much as possible in your home3. Use a humidifier in the cold seasons.4. Keep fresh air circulating as much as possible in the home.It is my hope that these steps may come in handy in improving your respiratory health. Of course your own discretion is advised in regards to these suggestions.

A few natural products that you can add in that may help also are; a good quality multivitamin with sufficient antioxidants, this will help free the body of oxidize stress which will be a contributing factor to pollution problems, breathing and asthma. Omega 3 Fish Oil for strong veins, and better heart health. Organic Green Products such as Green Barely Grass and Wheat Grass can help the body detoxify impurities in the body, also the naturally forming amino acid will help strengthen and repair the body especially the lungs. There is a more specific product from Traditional Chinese Medicine by the company Cal Sun called Lung’s Cleaner, the blend of Chinese Herbs in this product will help clean and strengthen the lungs to fight against the affects of pollution and help with Asthma.

“If all else fails I suggest seeing a naturopath or a good Chinese Medicine Doctor whom will advice with a more customized diet program lifestyle changes”. Drew Campbell said.

Drew Campbell is CEO of World Health Store and has over 10 of years experience dealing with natural health working in such companies as General Nutrition Centre (GNC).

For more information about living healthy in China, please contact the World Health Store. info@worldhealthstore.com.cn or visit www.worldhealthstore.com.cn