Diet Rich In Fish Helps In Fighting Asthma Finds Study

According to a trial study conducted by the researchers at the La Trobe University has found that consumption of fish like salmon, trout and sardine might be able to help reduce asthma symptoms in kids. The study took into consideration children suffering from asthma who were on a healthy Mediterranean diet that included fish and found that it helped in the improvement of their lung function.

Fish Diet To Fight Asthma

“We already know that a diet high in fat, sugar and salt can influence the development and progression of asthma in children and now we have evidence that it’s also possible to manage asthma symptoms through healthy eating,” Ms Maria Papamichael, lead researcher of the study said. “Fatty fish is high in omega-3 fatty acids which have anti-inflammatory properties. Our study shows eating fish just twice a week can significantly decrease lung inflammation in children with asthma,” she added.

“Following a traditional Mediterranean diet that is high in plant-based foods and oily fish could be an easy, safe and effective way to reduce asthma symptoms in children,” Professor Itsiopoulos, co-researcher and Head of La Trobe’s School of Allied Health said. “Asthma is the most common respiratory disease in young people and one of the leading reasons for hospitalisations and trips to emergency for children,” Associate Professor Erbas said. “Unfortunately, the rate of asthma worldwide remains high. It is imperative that we identify new therapies that we can use alongside conventional asthma medications.”