Steroid tablets are sometimes prescribed if your asthma gets more severe. They contain a higher dose of steroid than your inhaler. Steroid tablets themselves won't make you put on weight. However, they can make you feel hungry and, of course, if you eat more than usual you'll start to put on the pounds. Stick to your usual eating habits, take regular exercise, and you should be fine.
Many people find that complementary therapies do improve their asthma symptoms.
However, there is little scientific evidence that complementary treatments used on their own are effective. That is why it is better to regard them as 'complementary' rather than 'alternative'. If you want to try one of the many complementary treatments available, tell your doctor and do not stop taking your normal asthma medication. Yoga Some research studies have shown that yoga can be beneficial for some people with asthma. It can help improve breathing and aids relaxation.