Demand rises for respiratory support supplements

Demand for vitamin C and other health supplements has risen as haze affects several parts of Malaysia, with people paying more attention to immune and respiratory health.

Pharmacist Loren Teo said interest in vitamin C increases during haze episodes because some people view it as a way to support the body’s immune system. Supplements marketed for respiratory health have also attracted attention, particularly among people with conditions such as asthma.

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There is also demand for supplements that focus on respiratory health, particularly among individuals who have problems such as asthma.

One product receiving interest is Tiger Milk Mushroom, which is commonly associated with respiratory and lung health support. Teo said people with asthma become more concerned about maintaining clear breathing during haze and may add supplements to their health routines alongside medical care.

She stressed, however, that supplements should not replace medication or treatment prescribed by doctors. People with chronic conditions, especially asthma, should seek advice from health professionals before taking supplements, particularly if they are already receiving treatment or taking other medicines.

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For asthma patients, they are more concerned about ease of breathing when haze occurs.