Do Certain Foods Make COPD Worse? A Guide to Managing Diet
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According to the American Lung Association, people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may use up to 10 times more calories just to breathe, a fact that highlights the profound impact of physical strain on the body. This increased energy expenditure makes proper nutrition critically important, and yes, certain foods can make COPD worse by contributing to bloating, inflammation, and fluid retention.
