the respiratory system

Question 1

what is the respiratory system easily damaged by?

Answer 1

the substances we may breathe in- our air quality is compromised by contaminants and pollution

Question 2

what are causes of imbalance?

Answer 2

• air pollution
• cigarette smoke
• airborne pathogens and contaminants

Question 3

what are effects of imbalance?

Answer 3

• daily ingestion of free radicals leads to inflammation of air passages and weakening of the immune system
• colds
• asthma
• pneumonia
• emphysema or lung cancer

Question 4

what are recommendations?

Answer 4

• wholesome diet
• vitamin A: maintains the epithelial and mucosal surfaces of the respiratory system
• vitamin C: reduces risk factor of colds, asthma, etc
• vitamin A, C, E, selenium
• EFAs to reduce inflammation

Question 5

explain how asthma and environmental allergies are related

Answer 5

• increasingly polluted atmosphere has given rise to asthma susceptibility
• symptoms are commonly triggered by occupational or other chemical exposures
• heredity and allergens are also a factor in many cases
• even psychological trauma can cause an attack

Question 6

what are asthma symptoms?

Answer 6

• tightening in chest and difficulty breathing
• frequent cough, especially at night
• wheezing or whistling sound
• feeling tire or weak during physical activity

Question 7

what are recommendations for asthma?

Answer 7

• identify and eliminate allergens when possible
• wholesome diet
• diet low in sugars and fairly high in proteins
• juice fasting for detoxification
• antioxidants
• magnesium, manganese, and B vitamins (B6)
• digestive enzymes with HCI to support the immune system

Question 8

what is the PS connection to asthma?

Answer 8

• repression of feelings, difficulty living ones own life, feelings of rejection, inability to take control, over dependence on someone else
• breathing symbolizes independence/individuality