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Emphysema

 
Emphysema is a chronic pulmonary disease which is normally caused by a loss of elasticity and dilation of the lung tissue. A person suffering from emphysema has a hard time exhaling and stale air remains trapped in the lungs. This lowers the important exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. A common symptom of emphysema is even with small exertions, breathlessness followed by coughing. Most people have a history of cigarette smoking, however the symptoms may not occur until middle age. 
 
Nutrient / Supplement Helpful notes
Carotenoids very important for rebuilding and repair of body cells, which is critical for emphysema and cancer patients. A carotenoid mixture combined with a complete multi-vitamin with good mineral content can provide the body with materials to heal itself. Chemotherapy patients using combinations of everything listed on this page will improve their recovery rate, grow back hair sooner, and feel better faster.
Multi-vitamin & Mineral supplement contains vitamin A, vitamin E , vitamin C, magnesium, calcium, and other items listed here, all are helpful in both the treatment of emphysema.
Bioflavinoids bioflavinoids are anti-cancer agents that promote the production of natural interferon in the body. They strengthen the immune system and aid in the healing of body tissues.
vitamin A needed for repair of lung tissues and this vitamin also serves to boost the immune system of the human body.
vitamin C this vitamin strengthens the immune system and works well with bioflavonoids and carotenoids.
vitamin E this vitamin is an oxygen carrier and also a potent anti-oxidant. Being deficient in this vitamin can cause destruction of cell membranes.


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All Information on this web page & pages linked to it are provided by  GBS International training pack 1995/2002;  
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars;   The  Herb Encyclopedia  & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA