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Pulmonary rehab: nutritional counseling
Poor nutrition is common among persons with chronic lung disease, and being underweight is an additional risk factor. Shortness of breath and fatigue can interfere with your ability to eat a balanced diet. The amount and type of food, as well as the timing of meals, can cause increased shortness of breath. A dietitian can counsel you about your diet, and group classes can instruct you in selecting and preparing foods. The dietitian may develop an individualized plan for you if problems like fatigue, shortness of breath, or poor appetite interfere with your eating a healthful diet.
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