Overcoming Eating Challenges - Part 1...Not eating enough causes fatigue, and tired people do not feel like making food or eating....Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Overcoming Eating Challenges - Part 2: Overweight and Underweight...This time instead of being underweight I couldn't stop eating and became 20 pounds overweight....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Overcoming Eating Challenges, Part 4 - Microwave Cooking with COPD...Many times the same type of food can be adapted to solve any problem you have with eating. Eggs are one such food....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD and Nutrition: Managing Difficulties with Gaining Weight...It is helpful to discuss with your healthcare provider your concerns and challenges in eating enough calories. ...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
A New Year With COPD...Sometimes I stay stuck, thinking that if I could quit smoking, I should be able to quit eating too. For me, I’m always quite positive....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is Mental Health?...Eating disorders are serious illnesses that cause severe disturbances in eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions....
Coping With the Emotional Impact of COPD...Sharing experiences with others facing similar health challenges can be very comforting and can help you feel less alone....
The Should Do’s in a COPD World...Eating things with higher calories can help as well. Vitamins are so very important as well....Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Taking on a Challenge...However, for things like online courses, I do plan ahead as it makes me excited to be doing something different and also I look forward to a challenge....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD Anxieties: Relationships & Family...family doesn't understand” / “family will get tired of me” Some feel that their condition is downplayed by their family, or that they understand some challenges...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Community Feedback: Tips for Showering with COPD...COPD brings with it many challenges, one in particular is the increased difficulty of everyday tasks....Reactions0reactionsComments32 comments
The Mind is a Tool for Managing COPD...It is what is often needed to get us through the challenges we face....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COPD: What You Don’t See and How to Help...People living with it face daily challenges that others may not see. Here’s a glimpse into those struggles....Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
A COPD Caregiver Intro...If that’s not enough we have a 14 year old with his own unique challenges (other than just being a teen)....Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips and Tricks for Tackling the Holidays...If you yourself have COPD, know that you are not alone in facing these challenges!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Winter Challenge...I am throwing out a challenge to the community to provide ways to stay busy and keep our minds entertained through the long winter months....Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Here's How I Deal With Insurance Coverage Challenges...Have you encountered challenges with insurance coverage for your medications?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Community Shares: The Painful Reality of Shingles...What topped the list of challenges when dealing with a shingles infection? PAIN!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Chronic Illness Dating Apps: Meeting the Need...Have any of you ever used a dating app or seen a dating app for COPD or those who are chronically ill?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Eating Well While Eating Frugally Pt 1: How to Shop...Eat well while eating frugally....Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments