Gut Health and Lung Health Video Series: B Vitamins

Our video series continues with educational information about B vitamins. See below for the video, the captions, and links to practical resources that can help you take action right now. If you didn’t see the first couple videos, start at the beginning of the series here for an introduction about gut health, lung health, and the inflammation fighters known as “Short-Chain Fatty Acids.”

Thank you to our volunteer Nyah Parekh for dedicating countless hours to developing this new video series. Nyah has had a passion for video editing since childhood and continues to develop her skills through volunteer projects. We are so appreciative and impressed by Nyah’s creativity and attention to detail. Check out her work below!

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B Vitamins are important for boosting energy and helping with tissue repair. 

Pulmonary fibrosis patients often experience fatigue, reduced oxygenation, and tissue damage. 

Certain probiotic strains help produce B vitamins like B6, B12 and Folate, which… 

• Increase red blood cell formation and help our cells use oxygen efficiently.
• Help in cell regeneration, supporting DNA repair in lung tissue. 
• Reduce harmful homocysteine levels, which have been linked to fibrosis.

Since the body doesn’t store most B vitamins, maintaining a healthy gut microbiome helps ensure steady production and absorption.

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Now that you know about B vitamins, visit these resources for practical ways to boost your vitamin intake, production, and absorption: 

• About dietary supplements:
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/2020/09/29/supplements-to-help-with-pulmonary-fibrosis/
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/2023/07/31/dietary-supplements-and-their-interactions-with-prescribed-medications/
• About probiotics:
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/our-research-3/
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/2021/05/26/eating-foods-with-probiotics-to-help-with-symptoms-of-ibs/
• Monitoring and managing inflammation:
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/2021/07/11/monitoring-inflammation-in-your-body/
  • https://pulmonaryfibrosisnow.org/2021/07/11/natural-ways-to-reduce-inflammation-for-people-with-pf/ 

As you explore, let us know if you have any questions about diet, nutrition, or anything else related to quality of life and pulmonary fibrosis. To stay in touch:

• Contact us here 
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