While not a good tool for diagnosing asthma, peak flow, and peak flow meters are good to monitor asthma over time. You may see declines in your peak flow prior to developing significant symptoms. This will allow you to alter your treatment regimen based on your asthma care plan.
Increase your intake of calcium, which inhibits the absorption of iron in the body. Eat more milk products, green leafy vegetables, oats and cereals (check to see that these are not fortified with iron). Milk products, such as ice cream, cheese, yogurt, are rich in calcium.
Youâll get 1 gram of iron from 100 grams of green leaf, romaine and butterhead lettuce. Since men and women have different iron needs, thatâs 12 percent of the recommended daily intake for men and 5 percent for women. Iceberg only has half the amount of iron.