13c. Respiratory Health - COPD Flashcards

1
Q

What is COPD?

A

Chronic inflammation in lungs causing airflow limitation due to airway and lung tissue damage
Progressive
Not fully reversible

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2
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What are the two main types of COPD?

A

Emphysema
Chronic bronchitis

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3
Q

Main symptom of emphysema

A

Breathlessness

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4
Q

Main symptoms of chronic bronchitis

A

Cough
Wheezing

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5
Q

Causes and risk factors for COPD

A

Smoking
Exposure to lung irritants

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6
Q

Naturopathic approach to supporting COPD

A

Smoking cessation
Healthy weight management
Avoid mucus producing foods
Avoid foods that negatively impact immune health
Easily digested foods - lightly cooked veg
AO/anti-inflammatory fruit/veg/herbs
O3 fats
Quality protein
A, C, D, E

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7
Q

Why is smoking cessation essential in COPD?

A

Cigarette toxins initiate inflammatory effects by activating NF-kB pathway

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8
Q

Why is weight management necessary in COPD?

A

Overweight puts greater pressure on the heart and lungs
Underweight impedes ability to maintain normal body function
(COPD is associated with weight loss)

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9
Q

Which amino acid is particularly important when supporting COPD?

A

Leucine
(stronger stimulator of anabolic signalling)

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10
Q

Nutrients beneficial in supporting COPD

A

N-acetyl cysteine
Fish oils

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11
Q

Why is NAC good for supporting COPD?

A

Mucolytic
Increases glutathione
Reduces oxidative damage

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12
Q

Dosage of NAC in supporting COPD

A

400-1200mg/day

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13
Q

Why are fish oils good for supporting COPD?

A

Reduces inflammation
Improves body composition
Enhances exercise performance

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14
Q

Medicinal mushrooms to support COPD

A

Shiitake
Cordyceps

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15
Q

Why is shiitake mushroom good for COPD?

A

Heightens immune vigilance
Enhances interferon synthesis
Increases SIgA
Helps restore energy

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16
Q

Dosage of shiitake to support COPD?

A

1.5-10g/day

17
Q

Why is cordyceps good for COPD?

A

Improves FEV1 and FEV1/FVC ratio
Improves exercise tolerance
Strengthens immune system

18
Q

Herbs to support COPD

A

Thyme
Eucalyptus
Peppermint

19
Q

Why is thyme good for COPD?

A

Expectorant
Mucolytic
Antibacterial

20
Q

Why are eucalyptus and peppermint good for COPD?

A

Combination of the two inhaled can loosen mucus and dilate airways