Alternative Methods of Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis

Using alternative methods of treatment should not take the place of prescribed drugs and physiotherapy. There are other methods of treatment a cystic fibrosis patient can take part in to help keep their health. Please, before you start any form of alternative therapy or something additional to what the doctor prescribes visit your doctor!

One of the best ways of staying healthy is through exercise. Exercise has many benefits to healthy people and even more to those suffering from cystic fibrosis. Physical activity brings balance to your body. It relieves stress, eases tension, and gives your body much needed oxygen. For those that have cystic fibrosis, exercise can help keep thick mucus loose and increase lung capacity.

What can a teenager or young adult to increase their lung capacity and relieve stress? They may want to take part in a team sport. Being part of a team increases self-confidence and boosts self-esteem. If you have always been active, continue to do what you can for physical exercise. Jogging, walking, bouncing on a mini trampoline are just a few activities you can take part in. Combining physical exercise with meditation can work toward better health and a more positive outlook on life. Physical and psycho activities will help balance your body and relieve stress and tension. You can choose an activity that suits you and within your physical limits.

Combining physical exercise with restful meditation can help improve your frame of mind and keep you healthier. Walking in the park, jogging or bicycling around a nature path or riding a bike are all great examples of physical activity that can help a cystic fibrosis patient stay healthy.

Meditation is good for everyone. Prayer, meditation, Yoga, and other forms of meditation and controlled movements are helpful. Try Tai Chi, Chinese Yoga, Marital Arts, dancing or aerobics. Swimming is a great form of physical exercise that can calm your spirit and give you a good workout. It is recommended you stay away from chlorinated waters. You should try to swim in waters rich in minerals such as the ocean.

Weight lifting, gymnastics, any form of exercise will help with your treatments. Starting an exercise is simple. Take a short walk around the block once a day, and then build up to walking two blocks, or taking that short walk two times a day. Any physical exercise is better than no exercise at all! There are three rules! Do not exhaust yourself, exercise on a full stomach, or hurt yourself. You may take a walk after you eat.

Sweat therapy is a great way to rid your body of toxins. Be careful not to allow yourself to get dehydrated. Sweating is a powerful way to clean toxins and keep mucus loosened. There are several ways to do sweat therapy. Exercise with a lot of clothes on, use a sauna, and drink warm tea or hot coffee in a room that is already hot. You can also eat spicy foods. Cayenne pepper, hot chili powder, and other zesty foods will make you sweat. It is well-known that several toxins and chemicals can only be expelled from the body through the sweat glands.