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January 12
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Are vitamins helping with your COPD symptoms?

It's great that you're finding vitamins helpful! Some people with COPD do experience benefits from taking supplements, especially if they have nutritional deficiencies.

People with COPD can sometimes have a harder time getting proper nutrition from food alone. Deficiencies in Show Full Answer

Are vitamins helping with your COPD symptoms?

It's great that you're finding vitamins helpful! Some people with COPD do experience benefits from taking supplements, especially if they have nutritional deficiencies.

People with COPD can sometimes have a harder time getting proper nutrition from food alone. Deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals like folate, vitamin B12, or iron can contribute to increased fatigue.

A MyCOPDTeam member shared: "I started taking B12, and it seems to help improve my energy during the day."

Before continuing with vitamins or adding new supplements, it's important to talk with your doctor. They may recommend blood tests to check for specific deficiencies first. This helps ensure you're taking what your body actually needs and that the supplements won't interact with your COPD medications.

Meeting with a registered dietitian can also be helpful to maximize the nutrition you get from your meals alongside any supplements.

What vitamins have you found most helpful?

January 12
A MyCOPDTeam Member

B 12 IS GOOD

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