Replied by Gloria (Portland, Or) on 06/26/2012
Coenzyme Q-10 (or, more simply - Co-Q-10) is great for COPD. This is an enzyme that is naturally produced by the human body, naturally present, but that declines with age. Also, many prescription drugs (like those for high blood pressure, statins, and diabetes drugs) will deplete CoQ10. I'm 56 and take 100 mg per day; a 90 year old friend of mine takes 300 mg per day (i. e. 100 mg 3 x per day). It has helped us both tremendously (and yes, my friend has been diagnosed with COPD). What I find is that it increases my physical energy in a wonderful way. In the US, you can find CoQ10 at Trader Joe stores, on the internet through discount vitamin sources, at any local health food store, etc.
Good Luck!
Replied by Bess (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) on 06/26/2012
Hi Freda - Have you tried any of the Earth Clinic's remedies? Here are the links for COPD, as well as lung diseases and infections:
https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/COPD.html
https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/lungs.html
I've heard good things about serrapeptase but it was usually from testimonials on Web sites that sell the product. However, if you do an Internet search for serrapeptase and COPD, you may find some valid research. Hope you find something that will work for you. Best wishes, Bess
Replied by Dcky (Anson, Maine) on 06/28/2012
Dr Becker on t.v. daily m/f suggests taking cordyceps/royal jelly to slow progression. I would also try a product called breath easy tea from health food store.
