A recent study from the Department of Biochemical Science and Technology, College of Life Science at the National Taiwan University found a supplement containing fruits, vegetables, probiotics, and fish oil could actually work to treat asthma and reduce the dependence of asthmatic children on their prescription drugs.
The study involved 192 asthmatic children between the ages of 10 and 12. Participants were given a supplement that contained a fruit and vegetable concentrate, as well as probiotics and fish oil (known as a FVFP supplement). The control group was given a placebo. Results were analyzed at the eight and 16-week marks.
When compared with the placebo group, those receiving the supplement saw increased pulmonary function. According to the study abstract, “Results suggest that FVFP supplement may reduce medication use and improve pulmonary function in asthmatic children.” >
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