Chronic Obstructory Pulmonary Disease

Chronic Obstructory Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a group of Respiratory System ailments in which there is insufficient flow of air into or out of the Lungs. COPD patients experience various symptoms including shortness of breath that exacerbates over several years and in some patients obstruction of the air passages and production of thick mucous in the respiratory tract. COPD aliments include emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and other lung diseases. 

Prevelance

 In 2013 it was estimated that Chronic Obstructory Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects approximately 5% of the global population (329 million people). In the US more than 13 million people have been diagnosed with COPD. It's estimated an equal number are affected but haven’t been diagnosed. COPD kills more than 138,000 Americans every year.

These Substances may Prevent or Alleviate COPD

Amino Acids

 Arginine may be useful for the treatment of COPD due to its role in the production of Nitric Oxide.  ^[1]

 Creatine Monohydrate may improve muscle performance and quality of life in COPD patients.  ^[2]

 N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) 1200 - 1,800 mg per day help to thin and break up the excessive mucous, phlegm, produced in the Respiratory System.  ^[3]

Carbohydrates

 COPD patients have reduced airway passage smooth muscle Hyaluronic Acid production.  ^[4]

 Mannitol may improve Lung function in COPD patients. ^[5]