Bronchitis

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Bronchitis is caused by inflammation of the mucous membranes of the bronchi, the air passages that lead from the windpipe to the lungs. There are two main types of bronchitis, acute and chronic. Acute bronchitis often occurs during illness, most commonly viral infections, and goes away within a week or two. Chronic bronchitis is a more serious condition that develops over time. Symptoms may get better, but extended periods of inflammation lead to a build-up of mucous that can lead to long-term breathing difficulties. In either condition, an anti-inflammatory diet and the use of expectorants, agents that help clear mucous from the lungs, are the best course of action.

Helpful Bronchitis Tips

Foods to Eat in Abundance

Garlic and onion

Thyme

High fibre foods

e.g. vegetables, fruits, grains

Fruits

especially berries

Leafy green vegetables

Foods to Limit

Mucous forming foods

e.g. dairy, sugar, processed foods, white flour

Gas-producing foods

e.g. beans, cabbage, cauliflower

Processed meat

e.g. sandwich meat, cured meat, smoked meat

Common dietary allergens

e.g. dairy, corn, peanuts, gluten

Processed sugar

e.g. white sugar, corn syrup, fructose

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