Saturday, January 12, 2008

I...Can't....breathe!!!

Asthma and Overweight Individuals
Findings from a French study published this month in the journal Allergy indicate that asthma is more difficult to control in overweight individuals than in their leaner counterparts. The study observed over 400 asthmatics, and concluded that those with a Body Mass Index of 25 or more had a significantly more difficult time gaining control of their asthma.
(Calculate your Body Mass Index)

I am breathing ok, but I have had times when I was SOB....Short of breath Not with Asthma. Could you imagine asthma making it harder to breath if you were overweight?

Check out the BMI and think about what you can do to join me in this weight loss endeavor. I wouldn't mind hearing from you. Leave a comment!

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