Not all breathing techniques are created equal—especially during an asthma attack. Let’s separate the facts from fiction. If you’ve ever had to rely on breathing control methods during an asthma attack, you know how confusing the advice out there can be. Some of it works, some doesn’t—and some might even make things worse. In this…
Living with asthma is a daily balancing act. Between managing medications, steering clear of triggers, and trying to live a full life, it can feel like you’re constantly playing defense. But here’s something you might not have considered: yoga stretches for asthma relief. Yep, the same yoga that’s known for flexibility and relaxation might actually…
Let’s be real for a second—when you’re in the middle of an asthma attack, thinking clearly about anything, let alone your breathing, feels next to impossible. I’ve worked with hundreds of patients as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, and one of the most common things I hear after they stabilize is, “I didn’t know how to…
If you have asthma, staying active can sometimes feel like a bit of a challenge. Exercise is super important for your overall health, but you don’t want to push yourself too hard and risk triggering an asthma attack. Fortunately, you can still enjoy a solid workout indoors without putting your lungs to the test. In…