Exercise-induced asthma

Exercise-induced asthma (EIA) can significantly impact athletic performance and overall quality of life. Key strategies to manage and mitigate EIA focus on supporting the body's biochemical processes and addressing underlying nutritional deficiencies.

1. Nutrient Support:

   • Dr. Ben Lynch emphasizes the role of specific nutrients like glutathione, methylfolate, and B12 in managing EIA. These nutrients help lower adenosine and histamine levels, both of which are linked to asthma symptoms during exercise. By supporting methylation and reducing histamine, respiratory health improves 1 2.

2. Oxidative Stress and Glutathione:

   • Mike Mutzel and Dr. Lynch discuss the importance of glutathione in lung health. Glutathione helps combat oxidative stress in the lungs, which can be exacerbated by environmental factors and exercise, thus potentially reducing the severity of asthma attacks 2 3.
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       Methylation and Asthma

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       Methylation and Lung Health

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       Mitochondrial Support for Athletes

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       Understanding Asthma Response

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       Adenosine and Exercise

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       Histamine and Mitochondria

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3. Psychosomatic Factors:

   • Dr. Craig Koniver explains that asthma responses can be triggered or exacerbated by anxiety. Effective management includes both pharmacological approaches, like albuterol, and psychological techniques to reduce anxiety and its impact on breathing 4.

4. Histamine Management:

   • Elevated histamine levels can trigger asthma symptoms. Dr. Lynch notes that supporting methylation pathways with nutrients like folate and B12 can reduce intracellular histamine, improving respiratory function during exercise. Monitoring and managing dietary intake of high-histamine foods may also help control symptoms 5 6.

By carefully addressing these biochemical and psychosomatic factors, individuals with exercise-induced asthma can potentially enhance their performance and reduce the impact of asthma on their daily activities.