Asthma is an inflammatory condition of the lungs affecting normal breathing. In an asthma attack, the bronchial tubes that draw air into your lungs are constricted due to spasms of the muscles surrounding them. Asthma is also caused by allergens that irritate the lungs, including, suspended matter in the air, cigarette smoke, industrial pollutants, stress, and illness. Symptoms of Asthma can range from mild to severe. Some of the symptoms are,

• especially at night
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest tightness, pain, or pressure

There are specific foods are well known for eliciting asthma attack, like,

• Dried fruits or vegetables
• Potatoes (packaged and some prepared)
• Wine and beer
• Bottled lime or lemon juice
• Shrimp (fresh, frozen, or prepared)
• Pickled foods

It is a rare phenomenon, the much important connection with food allergy is the coupling of Asthma with Anaphylactic attack.

Asthma is related to anaphylaxis which is a life threatening symptom of allergic reaction, which is characterized by a shock.

The respiratory symptoms of anaphylaxis are similar to asthma. A person whose Asthmatic conditions are not under control, is at a high risk to lose his life through anaphylactic shock.

The symptoms for both Asthma and anaphylaxis are similar and may create a confusion. An asthma attack, which doesn't subside with prescribed medication might be indicative of an anaphylactic reaction. Hence, make sure to follow up your doctor's instruction to use your epinephrine and look out for assistance.

• Individuals with both the adversaries should contact their doctor and work out an asthma control plan. The plan should include, medicines targeting the symptoms causing asthma and other controllers.
• In addition, keep rescue medication handy, for asthma along with your epinephrine to treat allergic reactions. In times of severe reactions, both of these would be required to prevent dreadful conditions.
• Allergy skin testing can be done to determine if you are allergic to any food items. Avoiding those particular food is the best way to prevent asthma reactions.
• Read food labels properly. Insure your food does not contain any of the allergens when going out.