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- This has helped me so much, although I have posted it before, I thought a reminder might help you too...DYSPNEA POSITIONS If you are having an acute dyspnea attack it is important that you know how to position you body for maximal use of your...
- Butternut squash soupA few Triscuits with almond nut butterand a glass of fresh orange juice.What are you having?Eat well, live well
- What happens after you quit smoking? The benefits of quitting smoking timeline:20 MINUTESBlood pressure drops to normalPulse rate drops to normalBody temperature of hands and feet increases to normal8 HOURSCarbon monoxide level in blood drops to...
- Peachy Bean Cashew SaladThe Blooming Platter does it again with this amazing recipe. With the addition of a tasty protein, this simple salad transforms into a full meal, and in this case, a very light summery one. The slightly crunchy green beans,...
- Goodies NeededYour favorite greens (spinach, baby greens, lettuce, etc.)Fresh Strawberries Carrots Yellow, Orange or Red Bell Peppers Tomatoes Broccoli Avocado Cucumber Walnuts Dressing Optional (olive oil or white balsamic vinegar or lemon juice)*...
- Marvelous Millet LoafMillet is a highly digestible and very versatile grain. Although it can be made fluffy, much like a pilaf, when it is cooked with abundant water millet becomes soft and tender with a texture similar to polenta. It makes an ideal...
- Kale with Seaweed, Sesame and Ginger RecipeIngredients1/2 cup dried arame sea vegetables (food-grade seaweed)Dark sesame oil, about 2 Tbsp 1 Tbsp peeled and minced ginger1 bunch kale 1 Tbsp minced garlic2 Tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminos1 Tbsp Toasted...
- "End Stage" The following quote is from Hospice Medical Guidelines for Determining Prognosis of Pulmonary Disease- " Determining prognosis in end-stage lung disease is extremely difficult. There is marked variability in survival. Physician estimates...
- For COPD: Get Thee to Pulmonary RehabJohns Hopkins Health Alert:People with severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may experience a range of symptoms, including shortness of breath, exhaustion, wheezing, and coughing, all of which can...
- Getting to Sleep With COPDDon't let COPD keep you from getting the rest you need. By Krisha McCoy, MS If you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you know that getting a good night's sleep can be difficult. This can be a significant...
- Question: What Should I Do if My Nose Becomes Dry?Answer: Because of the potential, drying effects of supplemental oxygen, CPAP or BiPAP, experiencing irritation, dryness and cracking of the nose is fairly common. Here are a few products you may...
- Exercise Key To Older Adult Fall PreventionBeing able to stay in their homes and remain independent is a daily struggle for many older adults. As we age we tend to lose our flexibility, our connective tissue tightens and we have prolonged reaction...
- Don't Sweat It: Exercise Doesn't Have to Be HardIf the mere thought of exercise makes you moan and groan, take heart. You are not sentenced to sweating out the rest of your days in a gym. In truth, your heart is so fond of exercise that it...
- People with COPD usually have extra phlegm (mucus) in their lungs. If you have phlegm, cough it up. If the phlegm stays in your lungs, it can clog your smaller airways, making it hard to breathe. The phlegm could also become infected. It's important...
- Everyone should watch this video...It will help you. Gasping for Air: Life With C.O.P.D. One woman improved her overall health after being diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. ...