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Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) - MYTH: Caffeine can treat an asthma attack. TRUTH: Caffeine is a weak bronchodilator. It is not as strong or fast acting as quick-relief bronchodilator
![Allergy & Asthma Network on Twitter: "Happy #NationalCoffeeDay! #DYK that coffee may benefit people with #asthma? This is because caffeine in coffee can reduce respiratory muscle fatigue and temporarily improve lung function. Allergy & Asthma Network on Twitter: "Happy #NationalCoffeeDay! #DYK that coffee may benefit people with #asthma? This is because caffeine in coffee can reduce respiratory muscle fatigue and temporarily improve lung function.](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fd0yKrcWQAMo4CK.jpg)
Allergy & Asthma Network on Twitter: "Happy #NationalCoffeeDay! #DYK that coffee may benefit people with #asthma? This is because caffeine in coffee can reduce respiratory muscle fatigue and temporarily improve lung function.
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