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Last month National Jewish Health gave a conference for patients with bronchiectasis and NTM disease. The nutrition supervisor, Michelle MacDonald, was very clear about the importance of maintaining a healthy weight. Research shows that a BMI over 18.5 is associated with a better prognosis. She also stressed the importance of increasing protein intake and she dispelled many of the myths associated with dairy and other issues.
As soon as the recording is available, I will share it with this group.
In the meantime, I suggest a consultation with a nutritionist. I have recommendations, but don’t know if I’m allowed to share them on this site or through a private message.
All the best,
Linda Esposito
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Hi Linda, any news on the recording of Michelle McDonald's speech? would it be okay do you think to contact her at NJH?
I am urged by one doctor to eat a LOT of meat, and others say veg. and no meat. Also experimenting with dairy and non dairy products; has anyone else concluded anything about them?
Karen
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I have had trouble maintaining my weight, losing nearly ten pounds off my already thin frame. I'm very excited to know that information on this topic may be coming our way. Thank you Linda!