Originally Posted by cod.peace

I've had asthma since I was 5 or 6. I've found the #1 best therapy for it is to be cardiovascularly fit, and to make sure you get outdoor exercise year round so you're acclimated to the temperature. Sudden temp changes can trigger asthma for me, especially going from a hot building to winter air, unless I've been getting exercise outside. I also have some vague memory that spicy foods help asthma, but don't quote me on that.

Another other great thing you can do is learn to play a wind instrument. It's your excuse to learn to play saxophone at last!