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COPD: COPD: Nutritional Nutritional
ManagementManagement
Provided Courtesy of RD411.comWhere health care professionals go for information
Review Date 8/10 G-1368Contributed by Jamie McGinn, RD, LDN
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What Is COPD?
• The two main types of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are emphysema and chronic bronchitis
• COPD is the slow, advancing blockage of the airways in the lungs
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Side Effects of COPD
• Reduced respiratory muscle strength and endurance
• Breathing muscles fatigue easier• Increased risk of infections• Malnutrition
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COPD and Malnutrition
• Malnutrition is either too much, not enough, or an imbalance of nutrients
• 20%-70% of COPD patients are malnourished
• Malnutrition in emphysema usually is because of not getting enough nutrients
• Many factors cause malnutrition in emphysema patients
• Foods may taste bland
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COPD and Malnutrition: Causes
• Up to 140% of energy is needed• Difficulty in breathing causes difficulty in
eating• Medications have gastrointestinal side
effects• Oxygen to the gastrointestinal tract is
decreased• Too much carbon dioxide can cause early
morning headaches and confusion
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Limit Carbohydrate Intake
• Follow a high-protein diet with moderate carbohydrates
• Reduce carbohydrates consumed• Start by limiting these foods:
6̶Soda6̶Sweet tea6̶Candy6̶Cake and desserts6̶Starches6̶Fruits6̶Milk
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Limit Salt Intake
• Follow a low-sodium or no-added-salt diet • Reduce sodium (or salt) consumed by
limiting these foods:6̶Canned foods6̶Snack foods, such as chips, pretzels, crackers, and popcorn6̶Packaged starchy foods, such as stuffing and rice mixes6̶Cured/luncheon meats and cheeses6̶Condiments, such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, and soy sauce6̶Salt and any seasoning with the word “salt” in it
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Flavor Foods Without Salt
• Here are some ways to season food without salt:
6̶For a tart flavor, add lemon juice, lime juice, or vinegar6̶For a hot flavor, add peppers or 1-2 drops of hot sauce6̶Add onions or season with herbs and spices, such as garlic and salt-free seasonings, including Mrs. Dash® (comes in more than 15 varieties)
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Increase Protein Intake
• Protein needs are increased up to 1.2-1.7 grams (g)/day
• To calculate how much protein is needed:
6̶Take the weight of the patient and divide by 2.26̶Take that number and multiply it by 1.2 and 1.76̶This will give you the range of protein needed6̶Example: 150 pounds divided by 2.2=68
681.2=82681.7=116
Protein needs are 81-116 g/day
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How to Meet Protein Needs
1 egg 6 g protein
1 ounce (oz) nuts 2-4 g protein
6 oz yogurt 6 g protein
½ cup (C) cottage cheese
14 g protein
3 oz canned tuna 25 g protein
6 oz steak 42 g protein
4 oz hamburger 28 g protein
3 oz chicken breast 26 g protein
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Increase Dietary Fats
• Increase calories to compensate for reduced carbohydrates by increasing dietary fats
• Increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids:
6̶Salmon6̶Haddock6̶Mackerel6̶Tuna 6̶Flaxseed6̶Omega-3 fatty acid eggs
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Have Adequate Fluid Intake
• Drink 8 C of fluids/day• May need to reduce milk consumption• Take fluids between meals
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Get Enough Vitamins and Minerals
• Increased need for vitamin A• Increased need for vitamin C
6̶Smokers need double the dose of vitamin C• Get adequate calcium, magnesium, and
phosphorus• Increased need for vitamin D and
vitamin K if reduced bone minerals• A multivitamin with minerals is
appropriate
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Reduce Gas-Forming Foods
• Gas-forming foods can cause bloating and displacement of the diaphragm
• If this occurs, avoid the following:6̶Broccoli6̶Cabbage6̶Onions6̶Leeks6̶Asparagus6̶Carbonated beverages6̶Dried beans and peas
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Tips for Comfortable Eating
• Avoid overfeeding• Have frequent, small meals• Choose nutrient-dense foods• Rest before meals• Eat slowly• Wear oxygen during meals• Eat soft, easy-to-chew foods• Remain upright for 1 hour after meals• Drink beverages between meals• Eat main meal with your family or others
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Tips for Comfortable Eating (cont’d)
• Try to avoid constipation and straining to pass hard stools
• Increase fiber• Increase antioxidants• Try milk shakes• Reduce caffeinated beverages• Eat chicken soup to clear respiratory
tract
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What to Discuss With Your Doctor/Dietitian
• Regular review of lab results• Need for a nutritional supplement • If oral intake is not meeting needs, other
options, such as a tube feeding
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How to Get in Touch With a Dietitian
• Call the hospital where you were admitted and ask to speak to a dietitian
• Ask to speak with the dietitian at your nursing home
• Contact your insurance company and ask for help in finding a dietitian
• Visit www.eatright.org and click on FIND A DIETITIAN to locate a dietitian in your area
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References
American Dietetic Association. ADA Nutrition Care Manual. Chicago, IL: American Dietetic Association; 2009.
Dorner B. Diet Manual. Akron, OH: Becky Dorner & Associates; 2008.
Escott-Stump S. Nutrition and Diagnosis-Related Care. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams &Wilkins; 2002.
Mahan LK, Escott-Stump S. Krause’s Food, Nutrition, & Diet Therapy. 11th ed. Philadelphia, PA: WB Saunders; 2004.
Mrs. Dash®. Salt free, flavor-full, no MSG. Available at: www.mrsdash.com. Accessed March 20, 2010.
Niedert KC, Dorner B. Nutrition Care of the Older Adult. Chicago, IL: American Dietetic Association; 2004.
US Dept of Agriculture. MyPyramid.gov: steps to a healthier you. Available at: www.mypyramid.gov. Accessed March 29, 2010.