If you’re anything like me, working in pulmonary care has made you hyper-aware of the little things that can trigger asthma symptoms. One of the sneakiest culprits? The air inside our homes. I get asked all the time about the best humidifier settings for asthma relief, especially during those dry winter months or when someone’s…
As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how chronic conditions like asthma can wear people down—not just physically, but emotionally, too. One question I get a lot from patients is whether natural remedies can actually make a difference. And honestly? Some of them can. That’s especially true when it comes to the benefits of…
Living with asthma can be a daily juggling act—managing symptoms, avoiding triggers, and trying to get a good night’s sleep. One small but often overlooked factor that can make a big difference is the best pillow height for asthma sufferers. From my experience as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how something as simple…
If you’re living with asthma like many of my patients, you’re probably already aware that it’s not just about inhalers and avoiding triggers. Over the years working as a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful food choices can be in supporting respiratory health. That’s why I often talk to my patients about foods…
If you’ve ever had a respiratory infection that knocked the wind out of you—literally—then you know just how frustrating it is to bounce back when you also have asthma. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen countless patients struggle with getting back to their normal breathing patterns after something like the flu, COVID, or even…
Ever found yourself gasping for air on a hike or feeling like your chest is tight after a long day at work? As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen how much of an impact our daily choices—especially the nutrients we give our bodies—can have on lung health. That’s why I want to dive into something…
If you’ve ever worked a 12-hour shift juggling respiratory assessments and patient education, you probably understand just how complex asthma management can be. As a pulmonary nurse practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how much people struggle with tight chests, wheezing, and that frustrating feeling of not being able to get a deep breath. Medication definitely has…
When I first started my journey as a Pulmonary Nurse, I noticed something curious: patients with asthma who had certain dietary habits seemed to have better control over their symptoms. One thing that kept popping up was omega-3 intake. Honestly, it wasn’t something we learned a ton about back in nursing school. But seeing it…
If you’ve ever struggled with asthma, you know how frustrating it can be to not catch a full breath. Between wheezing, coughing, and just feeling like your chest is tightening up out of nowhere, it’s exhausting. While most of us lean on prescribed inhalers and steroids to manage it, more people are starting to look…