Bronchiectasis help and tips on managing it

[Readerxx]

Hi I have bronchiectasis has anyone got this and has taken metatone tonic to help restore energy. Does it work also happy to hear of any other tips to help.

[peege]

I'm sure it will help with restoring vital nutrients therefore boosting your immune system to help fight regular bugs.

Many of us take Carbocysteine a mucylotic (spelling)? Helps to moisten mucus making it easier to expel.

[Readerxx in reply to peege]

Thankyou

[Litlpetl in reply to peege]

Where would I get that?

[peege in reply to Litlpetl]

It's on prescription Litlpetl

[Perrythomas]

I take extra vit D3 and vit C to boost immune system x

[Readerxx in reply to Perrythomas]

Thankyou

[Bronchi1]

I take zinc, vit C, E, D . Seems to help. There are many foods high in vit C , just google. Good luck.

[Readerxx in reply to Bronchi1]

Thankyou

[astragal]

Hello Readerxx

From what l have read Metatone contains vitamin B1 ( thiamine), plus small amounts of calcium, potassium and manganese.

Other vitamins and minerals which may help are vitamin D, Ester c ( a non acidic form of vitamin c ) , B complex which includes B12, zinc ( usually with added copper as they work in synergy).

My late husband was a teacher, we used to take a herbal tonic that is reputed to help with tiredness, recovery after illness and support immune system, it is pleasant tasting syrup called Bio Strath. He felt it helped him .

Also depending on nutrients needed and what you want from the supplement, there are tonics by Floradix, some are aimed at low iron, others at heart health, digestion, etc.

However as with any supplements, herbal products etc please do ensure they are suitable for you, with any health conditions you have and are safe to use with your medication.

Take care, keep safe. 🌺

[Readerxx in reply to astragal]

Thankyou

[Izb1]

Hi Reader and welcome to the site. There has been alot of advice give on previous posts so have a search on bronchiectasis and see the comments.

The best thing you can do with this disease is to clear your chest of mucus everyday as this is what makes you cough and starts up infections. I take mucoydyne to help thin out the mucus, use Seretide inhaler, take vit d, c, k2 mk7, I have a healthy diet and take plenty of exercise. I also have rheumatoid arthritis so combined with bronchiectasis I suffer fatigue almost daily, rest is very important and anything that is compatible with your meds will benefit you, speak with your gp or consultant. I have a problem with my sinus's so this is a constant problem with mucus and keeping that under control is a daily task, I use a nasal wash (Sterimar) twice a day and a steroid nasal spray. Hope all this helps a little for you to better understand your condition . Irene x

[Readerxx in reply to Izb1]

Thankyou

[Readerxx]

Thankyou for all the replies and helpful comments it's great to know x

[davehydeuk]

Hi I was diagnosed early last year this was after the gp trying lots of antibiotics eventually i had a three week stay in hospital on iv antibiotics followed by daily trips to acu with a can line in for more ivs since then I have learnt so much more and have rescue antibiotics at home and steroids so now I can keep working ask the nurse to get you a flutter device and get a physio to teach you breathing techniques you can find these online but most of all please and its important stay very positive you will learn a lot about your condition and how to live with it clear your lungs of gunk regarly and get used to people calling you the cough

[Readerxx in reply to davehydeuk]

Thankyou I have had a physio teach me breathing and clearing techniques. I will keep trying to learn more about my condition.

[Readerxx]

Everyone.Any tips on diet and nutrition/ exercise thankyou.