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asthma

Can you eat your way to better asthma control?

Dietary components such as fruit, vegetables and fiber have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties—key elements of a healthy diet.

Kids with asthma need a flu shot

Children with influenza have a 37 percent higher chance of not responding to their breathing treatments.

Berries and grapes may keep you breathin’ easy

In many ways, fruits and vegetables are a natural prescription for optimal health.

Smog may harm your bones, too

Health risks of air pollution include cardiovascular and respiratory disease, cancer, impaired cognition and osteoporosis.

What really works to fight a stubborn cough?

If you're looking for a tried-and-true remedy this cold season, you might be out of luck.

Severe flu season lurking

Early signs suggest it will be a severe flu season, so it's especially important to get vaccinated.

Breast milk, the original brain food

It's not just baby who benefits—breastfeeding moms may enjoy better brain health, too.

Kids’ colds linked to later asthma, lung problems

Kids with respiratory infections may have higher risks for lung function problems in adulthood.

Smoking bans help kids breathe easier

Anti-smoking policies are linked to drop in childhood chest infections and asthma attacks.

Dogs may help children’s immune systems

An outdoor pet tracks in loads of bacteria that may help children avoid allergies later in life.

Climate change may up asthma irritant

Researchers warn about possible increase of fungus that may cause serious damage to cells in human airways.

Adult asthma over-diagnosed?

Canadian study finds many patients were told they had asthma based on symptoms and doctor's evaluation—but not on objective testing.