Asthma- Natural Treatments for Conquering this
Preventable and Reversible Disease.
Asthma is much like a stuffy nose, but in the lungs. Chest tightness, shortness of breath,
wheezing, and cough are common symptoms. Asthma is usually episodic and can be fatal.
Asthma is usually brought on by allergies, including food allergies, environmental toxins and
other stresses including exercise. In some cases it appears that a deranged autonomic
nervous control is at fault.
The incidence of Asthma is increasing rapidly in America, especially among children. The
cause of this increase is subject to many theories. Among the suspected culprits are pollution,
early weaning, food additives, pertussis vaccine, genetically modified food, etc.
Children given pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine developed asthma at 10.60% versus
1.97% for those not given the vaccine, for example.
Another possibility is that children raised in ultra clean conditions in which there is insufficient
exposure to dirty environments do not fully develop their immune systems and do not switch
from humoral (inborn) to cell mediated (reactive) immunity.
What Causes the Inflammation involved in Asthma?
Asthmatics get asthma instead of or in addition to hay fever is because they produce much
higher levels of leukotrienes which are at least 1000 times more potent than histamine at
causing bronchial constriction.
These highly inflammatory leukotrienes are produced when an enzyme known as 5-
lipoxygenase acts on a particular fat called arachidonic acid (AA). Many of the drugs that treat
asthma work by reducing leukotrienes. With nutrition we can reduce the precursor molecules
(5-lipox and AA), thus preventing the inflammation from ever being produced!
What Natural Treatments are available?
Detoxification- By reducing the overall toxic load, an asthmatic person can significantly
reduce the severity of the reaction that may occur when he/she encounters a triggering agent.
Dr. Webster can advise you on the best way for you to detox. The 3-Step Detox is often the
most appropriate and safest way to detoxify.
Nutrients for Reducing Leukotriene Production
GLA (Gamma Linoleic Acid) is a healthy fat found in borage oil, primrose oil, or black current
seed oil which inhibits the conversion of AA to leukotrienes thus preventing asthma as well as
allergies and possibly cancer which is dependent on inflammation. Other beneficial qualities
for an asthmatic include vasodilation (lowers BP if needed) and bronchodilation (which means
the air ways are more open). GLA also helps those with PMS, RA, Diabetic neuropathy,
Migraine, and eczema due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) inhibits the formation of leukotrienes and histamines which
cause asthma and lupus. CLA also decreases fat storage around mid section and decreases
risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Low levels of CLA are also linked to breast
cancer and other types of cancer.
Boswellia inhibits 5-lipoxygenase which reduces leukotriene production from AA. Studies
have proven its benefit for treating asthma. Boswellia also tends to be a great pain modulator
because of its anti-inflammatory effects.
Ginger has also been shown to reduce production of 5-lipox.
Propolis has been shown to help in asthma treatment.
Resverotrol has been shown to be a more potent anti-inflammatory agent than
dexamethosone (powerful cortico-steroid used to treat asthma).
I like to use combinational supplements that blend many of these anti-inflammatory nutrients
into one formula. This often creates synergy between the nutrients and is much more cost
effective for the patient.
Dietary Changes to Reduce Leukotriene and Inflammation Production
No sugar or refined flour- Anything that increases blood sugar or insulin causes an increased
production of arachidonic acid (AA) from other beneficial EFA’s. This is undesirable on so
many levels in addition to making asthma worse.
Avoid foods high in arachidonic acid- This includes shell fish, red meat and dairy. Fish,
chicken and turkey are better choices (absolutely no lunch meats!).
Avoid foods that you are allergic to- Get a food allergy test for IgG antibodies. If you don’t get
tested, at least cut out all wheat and dairy. That should take care of a large portion of food
allergies which increase histamine release.
Lactobacillus, a type of beneficial bacteria (Probiotic), has been shown to prevent asthma
when given to mothers prenatally or infants postnatally.
Breastfeeding also seems to lower the incidence of asthma later in life, probably by the
addition of antibodies. Informational Peptides or Colostrum may help with this especially in
those who weren't breast fed.
Healing the Lungs
MSM (MethylSulfonylMethane) will help heal the damage to the lungs and restore the fluidity
and elasticity in the lungs to allow for proper air exchange. MSM feeds the mast cells so they
will secrete less histamine which is another inflammatory agent responsible for asthma. MSM
is anti-inflammatory and is great for pain reduction as well. It will help in detoxification
pathways due to the methyl and sulfur groups. It is involved in the Kreb’s cycle so it will help
restore energy and function at the cellular level. It will help repair/rebuild joint and skin tissue
from damage such as surgery, eczema, arthritis, etc. MSM will reduce homocysteine (due to
methylation) thus reducing cardiac risk.
When choosing an MSM product, distillation is the preferred method of manufacture (not
crystallization). Choose a high quality source because some manufacturers make toxic
substances within the same plant.
MSM has a high response rate among asthma sufferers and is said to eliminate asthma
completely in 60 to 70% of asthmatics.
Full results could take 3-6 months because this is primarily a healing effect rather than just
symptom suppression. Thankfully, symptom relief will also occur very quickly with MSM.
Surfactant for the Lungs
PC- The lungs require surfactant to prevent the alveolar sacs from collapsing. Phospholipids
are the molecules used as surfactant with 80% in the form of PC (PhosphatidylCholine).
Mercury Toxicity
If you have ever had mercury fillings (the silver ones), vaccines, or have eaten high amounts of
fish, mercury could very likely be a contributing factor or cause of almost any health problem
you may have. Mercury detoxification can be a highly effective process. Although metal detox
can be very simple, it must be done in a precise manner which most health care providers are
not aware of- even if they have a lot of experience with detox. It takes a combination of agents
taken in a specifically timed manner to completely eliminate the heavy metals without
damaging the kidneys.
If you currently have mercury fillings, they must be safely removed by a dentist with experience
removing mercury prior to mercury detoxification . Otherwise you will be poisoned with mercury
during the process. Dr. Webster can help you find a qualified dentist to remove your mercury
fillings as well as give you advice on protecting yourself during the procedure.
Call for an appointment with Dr. Webster Today!
972-735-0707
Preventable and Reversible Disease.
Asthma is much like a stuffy nose, but in the lungs. Chest tightness, shortness of breath,
wheezing, and cough are common symptoms. Asthma is usually episodic and can be fatal.
Asthma is usually brought on by allergies, including food allergies, environmental toxins and
other stresses including exercise. In some cases it appears that a deranged autonomic
nervous control is at fault.
The incidence of Asthma is increasing rapidly in America, especially among children. The
cause of this increase is subject to many theories. Among the suspected culprits are pollution,
early weaning, food additives, pertussis vaccine, genetically modified food, etc.
Children given pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine developed asthma at 10.60% versus
1.97% for those not given the vaccine, for example.
Another possibility is that children raised in ultra clean conditions in which there is insufficient
exposure to dirty environments do not fully develop their immune systems and do not switch
from humoral (inborn) to cell mediated (reactive) immunity.
What Causes the Inflammation involved in Asthma?
Asthmatics get asthma instead of or in addition to hay fever is because they produce much
higher levels of leukotrienes which are at least 1000 times more potent than histamine at
causing bronchial constriction.
These highly inflammatory leukotrienes are produced when an enzyme known as 5-
lipoxygenase acts on a particular fat called arachidonic acid (AA). Many of the drugs that treat
asthma work by reducing leukotrienes. With nutrition we can reduce the precursor molecules
(5-lipox and AA), thus preventing the inflammation from ever being produced!
What Natural Treatments are available?
Detoxification- By reducing the overall toxic load, an asthmatic person can significantly
reduce the severity of the reaction that may occur when he/she encounters a triggering agent.
Dr. Webster can advise you on the best way for you to detox. The 3-Step Detox is often the
most appropriate and safest way to detoxify.
Nutrients for Reducing Leukotriene Production
GLA (Gamma Linoleic Acid) is a healthy fat found in borage oil, primrose oil, or black current
seed oil which inhibits the conversion of AA to leukotrienes thus preventing asthma as well as
allergies and possibly cancer which is dependent on inflammation. Other beneficial qualities
for an asthmatic include vasodilation (lowers BP if needed) and bronchodilation (which means
the air ways are more open). GLA also helps those with PMS, RA, Diabetic neuropathy,
Migraine, and eczema due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) inhibits the formation of leukotrienes and histamines which
cause asthma and lupus. CLA also decreases fat storage around mid section and decreases
risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Low levels of CLA are also linked to breast
cancer and other types of cancer.
Boswellia inhibits 5-lipoxygenase which reduces leukotriene production from AA. Studies
have proven its benefit for treating asthma. Boswellia also tends to be a great pain modulator
because of its anti-inflammatory effects.
Ginger has also been shown to reduce production of 5-lipox.
Propolis has been shown to help in asthma treatment.
Resverotrol has been shown to be a more potent anti-inflammatory agent than
dexamethosone (powerful cortico-steroid used to treat asthma).
I like to use combinational supplements that blend many of these anti-inflammatory nutrients
into one formula. This often creates synergy between the nutrients and is much more cost
effective for the patient.
Dietary Changes to Reduce Leukotriene and Inflammation Production
No sugar or refined flour- Anything that increases blood sugar or insulin causes an increased
production of arachidonic acid (AA) from other beneficial EFA’s. This is undesirable on so
many levels in addition to making asthma worse.
Avoid foods high in arachidonic acid- This includes shell fish, red meat and dairy. Fish,
chicken and turkey are better choices (absolutely no lunch meats!).
Avoid foods that you are allergic to- Get a food allergy test for IgG antibodies. If you don’t get
tested, at least cut out all wheat and dairy. That should take care of a large portion of food
allergies which increase histamine release.
Lactobacillus, a type of beneficial bacteria (Probiotic), has been shown to prevent asthma
when given to mothers prenatally or infants postnatally.
Breastfeeding also seems to lower the incidence of asthma later in life, probably by the
addition of antibodies. Informational Peptides or Colostrum may help with this especially in
those who weren't breast fed.
Healing the Lungs
MSM (MethylSulfonylMethane) will help heal the damage to the lungs and restore the fluidity
and elasticity in the lungs to allow for proper air exchange. MSM feeds the mast cells so they
will secrete less histamine which is another inflammatory agent responsible for asthma. MSM
is anti-inflammatory and is great for pain reduction as well. It will help in detoxification
pathways due to the methyl and sulfur groups. It is involved in the Kreb’s cycle so it will help
restore energy and function at the cellular level. It will help repair/rebuild joint and skin tissue
from damage such as surgery, eczema, arthritis, etc. MSM will reduce homocysteine (due to
methylation) thus reducing cardiac risk.
When choosing an MSM product, distillation is the preferred method of manufacture (not
crystallization). Choose a high quality source because some manufacturers make toxic
substances within the same plant.
MSM has a high response rate among asthma sufferers and is said to eliminate asthma
completely in 60 to 70% of asthmatics.
Full results could take 3-6 months because this is primarily a healing effect rather than just
symptom suppression. Thankfully, symptom relief will also occur very quickly with MSM.
Surfactant for the Lungs
PC- The lungs require surfactant to prevent the alveolar sacs from collapsing. Phospholipids
are the molecules used as surfactant with 80% in the form of PC (PhosphatidylCholine).
Mercury Toxicity
If you have ever had mercury fillings (the silver ones), vaccines, or have eaten high amounts of
fish, mercury could very likely be a contributing factor or cause of almost any health problem
you may have. Mercury detoxification can be a highly effective process. Although metal detox
can be very simple, it must be done in a precise manner which most health care providers are
not aware of- even if they have a lot of experience with detox. It takes a combination of agents
taken in a specifically timed manner to completely eliminate the heavy metals without
damaging the kidneys.
If you currently have mercury fillings, they must be safely removed by a dentist with experience
removing mercury prior to mercury detoxification . Otherwise you will be poisoned with mercury
during the process. Dr. Webster can help you find a qualified dentist to remove your mercury
fillings as well as give you advice on protecting yourself during the procedure.
Call for an appointment with Dr. Webster Today!
972-735-0707
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