Whether you believe it or not, the food that one eats affects their breathing. Everything that one consumes is used in someway as fuel for their body, and the right combination of of nutrients can make breathing much easier. One of the most important things to remember is that a healthy diet consists of a varied diet, from multiple foods that can supply the necessary nutrients that one needs.
An important process that takes place in the body is metabolism, and that is the process through which food is changed to fuel. Oxygen and food are the reactants and energy and carbon dioxide are the products that are exhaled. The metabolism of carbohydrates produces the most carbon dioxide, and the metabolism of fat produces the least. For some, diets with fewer carbs and more fat makes it easier to breathe.
Food Groups:
Choose complex carbohydrates: whole-grain bread and pasta, fresh fruits, and vegetables
*Limit simple carbohydrates such as sugar, candy, cake, soft drinks*
Good source of protein at least twice a day helps maintain strong respiratory muscles: eggs, milk, cheese, meat, fish, beans, peas
Choose mono/poly unsaturated fats-- canola, safflower oil, corn oils, and olive oil
*Limit trans/saturated fat such as butter, lard, fried food, cookies, and pastries*
Vitamins and Minerals: Many people find that taking a multivitamin is helpful, especially for those who take steroids.
An important process that takes place in the body is metabolism, and that is the process through which food is changed to fuel. Oxygen and food are the reactants and energy and carbon dioxide are the products that are exhaled. The metabolism of carbohydrates produces the most carbon dioxide, and the metabolism of fat produces the least. For some, diets with fewer carbs and more fat makes it easier to breathe.
Food Groups:
Choose complex carbohydrates: whole-grain bread and pasta, fresh fruits, and vegetables
*Limit simple carbohydrates such as sugar, candy, cake, soft drinks*
Good source of protein at least twice a day helps maintain strong respiratory muscles: eggs, milk, cheese, meat, fish, beans, peas
Choose mono/poly unsaturated fats-- canola, safflower oil, corn oils, and olive oil
*Limit trans/saturated fat such as butter, lard, fried food, cookies, and pastries*
Vitamins and Minerals: Many people find that taking a multivitamin is helpful, especially for those who take steroids.