Monthly Archives: September 2005

A BREATHE EASY DIET

BEFORE READING THIS SECTION DO THE "HEALTHY EATING QUIZ AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE"       Why Healthy eating?   To provide sufficient energy and nutrients. Disease prevention. Body weight.   Body Mass Index (BMI) = BMI = … Continue reading

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NUTRITION

HEALTHY EATING QUIZ   How healthy is your eating?   Write down the letter for each question in section A and on a separate sheet write down the answers to questions in section B.  To be good to yourself, you … Continue reading

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PULMONARY REHABILITATION

Before doing any exercise it is important that you consult with your doctor or physiotherapist.   It is important also to have a warm up routine before doing any exercise what so ever.  Good idea is to try it just … Continue reading

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BREATHING TECHNIQUES FOR COPD

Before trying any of the breathing exercises below, check with your doctor or physiotherapist first.  The aims are to rest the overworked upper chest and improve the movement of the lower chest.  At first it will be necessary to practice … Continue reading

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