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COVID-19 – Strategy for COPD
Since COVID-19 started I have seen an increase in patients looking for advice on how to protect themselves from this killer virus. What we are learning about this virus is, it’s frequently changing, but one thing stays the same. We can manage our risk exposure! For those patients who have been living with COPD … Continued
COPD – TIRED, FRUSTRATED and Disillutioned
On Wednesday November 20th we celebrated World COPD Day around the world. On the same day a patient friend posted in a COPD Patient FB group. When I read this post it brought a tear to my eye. Not just because of the outpouring of frustration and desperation in her message, this patient spoke … Continued
World COPD Day 2019 – “All Together to End COPD”
Each year there is a theme for World COPD Day. This year’s theme in my view is very relevant to how we should approach COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), now and into the future. Bringing patients, healthcare professionals and researchers together in the fight against this debilitating disease can only lead to better outcomes. … Continued
Patient Partnerships – the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Patients and healthcare professionals working collaboratively for positive outcomes are always going to provide better outcomes than a solution with a narrow band width. We are seeing patient advocates becoming more involved in the decision-making process of disease management which can only be positive. But are all patient partnerships for the good of patients? … Continued
What are the chances of HVMN Ketone ester coming down from it’s astronomical price ? Dangling a substance that is impossible for most of us to buy , while telling us how bloody marvelous it is , is not helpful !
I know the feeling John. If you listen to my podcast with Brianna Stubbs she talks about getting the price down as their major goal.
Hi. My name is Carl Cohen. I was diagnosed with COPD (emphysema) in 2004. Since then I have done everything in my power to remain active at a high level that is possible for me. I hike, bicycle, some weights, and a little swimming. First thank you for this great site and wonderful information. Diet is a major challenge for me and I wonder if you would communicate some specifics about what to look for and what foods are considered healthy fats, what are good proteins and acceptable carbs. Thank you so much for all your help, Carl
Hi Carl. I would recommended using a dietician experienced in ketogenic diets. Have a look a this site, it is a great resource -https://www.ketonutrition.org/