There’s been a growing trend in people seeking natural remedies to relieve illness symptoms over the last few years. For people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma or other lung diseases, any natural remedy that can help manage symptoms or flare-ups sounds appealing. One of the more talked about items is apple cider vinegar. So what is the connection between Apple … Read more
There’s a common perception among many smokers that the lungs will not heal at all once they stop smoking. While your lungs will never be as healthy as they were before you started smoking, healing may take place in some respiratory tissue long-term, and you may also see significant improvements in lung function once you … Read more
If you live with a chronic lung disease, you’ve likely had pulmonary function tests (PFTs). There are several types of PFTs or lung function tests, including spirometry, pulse oximetry and lung plethysmography. These tests provide your doctor with valuable lung function measurements. Having these important measurements helps your doctor better understand your lungs, how they function and to … Read more
Let’s talk about it. The use of medical marijuana is a controversial topic. Now medically legal in 37 states and Washington D.C., the subject of medical marijuana will be a continuing issue with each election cycle. Today, 20 states allow for recreational marijuana usage in addition to medical treatment. Although, there are quite a number of conditions that can … Read more
Millions of people quit smoking every year, and lung health after smoking cessation has become a prominent theme among healthcare professionals. About 47 percent of smokers attempt to quit annually. This is not surprising given that the number one cause of preventable death in the worldwide is smoking. Over 400,000 people die every year from smoking, and an additional … Read more
The importance of oxygen and the lungs is on the minds of many people with chronic lung diseases. Getting enough oxygen can be challenging when you’re living with a chronic lung disease. However, the importance of oxygen and the lungs is essential to good overall health. Let’s discuss how the respiratory system works, and how to increase your … Read more
Anyone with a lung disease like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or emphysema understands that a pulmonary function test (PFT) can help you to better understand your disease. The pulmonary function test includes several ways to rate the ability of your lungs to provide oxygen to your blood, including the oxygen saturation test for lung disease. The Role of Lung Disease and … Read more
With so many treatment options available, it can be challenging to figure out which options are best for you. For someone with lung disease, the pressure of living with a chronic condition while trying to find the right treatments can be overwhelming. Some of the current treatments available for people with lung disease include pulmonary rehabilitation, … Read more
You should learn various lung cleansing techniques if you have been exposed to dust, air pollution or if you are a smoker. These techniques are more important, especially for those with lung health issues like COPD and chronic bronchitis. While it is possible to clear your lungs, the best solution to improve your lung health … Read more
Between a busy career and a full home life, it is no wonder that people often find themselves stressed out and anxious. Of course, everybody processes and reacts to stress differently. Whether you ignore your issues and bury them in the closet or scurry about trying to stay ahead of the issues piling up, stress … Read more