How Probiotics Can Help Reduce Airway Swelling In Children With Allergic Asthma

Allergic asthma in children is a common condition, but don’t let it dampen your child’s spirits! With the right treatment and management plan that includes medications, lifestyle changes, and probiotics, your little one can continue to play, run, and enjoy life to the fullest.

Probiotics, the “good” bacteria found in fermented foods and supplements, may help reduce the symptoms of allergic asthma in children. Studies suggest that probiotics can resolve inflammatory events, which may lead to a decrease in asthma symptoms and fewer asthma attacks,¹ so your child can breathe easily and live life to the max!

What Is Allergic Asthma?

Allergic asthma is a kind of asthma caused by allergens such as dust mites, mould, pet dander, and pollen.^2a

When a child who suffers from allergic asthma is exposed to an allergen, the airways in their body become irritated and restricted, making it harder for the child to breathe.^2b

This inflammation can also contribute to increased mucus production as well as swelling of the airways, both of which further exacerbate the symptoms.^2c

What Are Probiotics?

Probiotics are living bacteria that are identical to the helpful microbes found in the human gastrointestinal tract. When consumed in sufficient amounts, they can positively impact health.³

An ever-growing body of research suggests that probiotics may help in the microbiome alterations associated with asthma, thereby avoiding or lowering the severity of this respiratory ailment.⁴

How Can Probiotics Help Allergic Asthma?

Probiotics have been shown to rebalance immune response, repair dysbiosis, and mitigate airway inflammation, reducing airway inflammation and swelling in children with allergic asthma.⁵

Probiotics, such as Bifidobacterium infantis (a “friendly” strain of bacteria), may also improve the effectiveness of asthma medication and reduce the need to use rescue inhalers.⁶

Probiotics are considered generally safe for children, although it is essential to note that some children may be allergic to certain strains of probiotics.⁷

It is also important to note that probiotics are not a substitute for conventional asthma treatment and should be used in conjunction with regular asthma medication.

If you are considering giving your child probiotics for their allergic asthma, it is crucial to speak with your paediatrician first. They can help you determine which probiotic strains are most likely to be beneficial for your child and advise you on the appropriate dosage.

How Reuterina^® junior and Reuterina^® Vit D Can Help Your Child

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Reuterina junior ^® helps restore and maintain a healthy balance of intestinal flora in children, thereby improving the function thereof.¹⁰ Reuterina junior ^® is an effective therapy to help decrease the incidence of airway infections in children and reduce the number of absent days from school.¹¹

Reuterina^® Vit D drops balance gut flora and build healthy immunity.¹²

L.reuteri Protectis^® has immunomodulatory effects and prevents pathogens from multiplying in the gut. Combined with immune-strengthening Vitamin D, it can provide protection from infections and contribute to better overall well-being.¹³

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