Veggies Provide Tasty Way to Ease COPD Symptoms

September 18, 2008 by MedHeadlines  
Filed under COPD, Medical Research, Prevention

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects at least 16 million Americans. Often associated with cigarette smoking, COPD is the nation’s #4 leading cause of death. Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Medical School have just published the findings of a recent study that suggests a diet rich in vegetables, particularly broccoli, may help the body produce enzymes that fight the negative effects of tobacco smoking. Read more

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