Posted by Larry Hoover on June 20, 2003, at 9:03:09
In reply to Re: Lenient VegetarianDiets can still cause B12 De, posted by Simcha on June 20, 2003, at 1:57:47
> I've recently become a vegan. Mainly it was because I have been told by many sources that dairy is bad for Asthma. My asthma has been really bad lately.
Selenium intake is correlated to asthma symptoms. Selenium yeast is readily available. If you're not eating meat, you'll have lost your best non-supplement-derived selenium source. 200 mcg/day would be safe and potentially beneficial.
Also, niacinamide may have good effect, as it reduces histamine release from mast cells. 500 mg, as needed.
I have severe inhalant allergies (pollen and mould), requiring higher than label-dose of antihistamines, and I have used inhaled steroids for years, to control my asthma.
This year is different from my last thirty years. I've always used my puffers and allergy meds "as needed"....but, I needed them all the time. Except this year. I seldom used either, and I'm breathing fine. No weepy eyes, runny nose, sore throat (the warning signs that I need my meds). No coughing, chest tightness, weezing.
Just thought I'd make these suggestions.
Lar
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