Don't think because this book is a scant 134+ pages that you won't find a wealth of great information within. As a sufferer of COPD I am always looking for up to date information, coping skills and any other information to make my life more comfortable living with COPD. The book begins with a in depth description of the components of COPD, the tests for diagnosing it and treatment options, including medications currently available. This is great information for the newly diagnosed as a reference. The book then goes on to discuss alternative therapies, strategies for dealing with flare-ups of symptoms, and thoughtful breathing techniques. The authors then touch on exercise and nutrition as a way to manage COPD.

One of my favorite sections of the book was daily living tips. So many types of this kind of book stresses the form and function of the disease without any relation to the emotional and physical tolls. Not this one. I was very happy with the information provided. I was very glad that the writing was positive without being preachy, especially on the section for terminal sufferers.

If all of the Positive Options for Health series books are written this well, with this much detail, I can't wait to read some of the others. Highly recommended.

Disclosure: This book was given to the reader by the publisher/author in exchange for an objective review.

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