Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease and includes chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema and even some forms of bronchiectasis.
There are 30 million of people with COPD only in the United states. This condition can have an enormous negative effect on breathing and get worse as the time passes.
What Is the Cause of COPD?
Smoking
Smoking is one of the biggest causes of COPD. People over 40 years and with a history of smoking have the highest chances to get it. In this number are included both former and current smokers.
Genetic Factors
Genetic factors have a big impact on developing COPD. For example, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency is the most commonly known genetic risk factor for emphysema. Without this protein, white blood cells can damage the lungs, and the AATD related COPD happens.
Environment
Harmful pollutants such as chemicals, fumes, and dust can develop COPD. If you are in a long-term contact with secondhand smoke, you can also develop COPD.
Treating COPD can be done with many modern medications, but there is also a natural way to do it. Dr. Gloria De Carlo Massaro and Dr. Donald Massaro performed research at Georgetown University School of Medicine, and they used a derivate of vitamin A – ATRA, and these researches were able to revers emphysema in rats.
“It appeared that the treatment regenerated the adult rat’s ability to produce alveoli, the small air sacs where oxygen and carbon dioxide move between the lungs and the bloodstream,” stated Dr. Massaro.
When it comes to the cure for COPD, there are two super ingredients, Beta-Carotene and vitamin A.
Beta-Carotene gives veggies and fruits their coloration, and in our body, it turns into vitamin A, which is amazing for your health.
Here are top ten foods that are highest in beta-carotene:
- Sweet potato
- Carrots
- Dark green leafy vegetables
- Romaine lettuce
- Squash
- Cantaloupe
- Sweet red peppers
- Dried apricots
- Peas
- Broccoli
Natural COPD Treatment
Some people who suffer from COPD have a natural way to help regenerate their damaged tissue. Nevertheless, the Linus Pauling Institute recommends intaking beta-carotene rich foods and eating healthy fats.
