8. Shrimp — Worst
Shrimp is another sulfite-heavy food to abstain from.
9. Rosemary — Best
Rosemary is a go-to spice when it comes to asthma. It has rosmarinic acid, which stops chemicals that inflame the lungs from producing and encourages cells to make prostacyclins — molecules that help keep your airways open.
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10. Asparagus — Worst
Although sulfites aren’t added to asparagus to preserve it, the vegetable naturally has them.
11. Olive Oil — Best
Olive oil has more natural anti-inflammatory properties than many of the common vegetable oil options, which is good news for your lungs.