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To reduce inflammation, the doctor recommends eating a low glycemic index diet rich in olive oil and omega-3 fatty acids from fish or flax, strength training regularly, getting adequate sleep and using a probiotic supplement

The primary driver of this differential is the "double drawback" mechanism related to the federal excise tax on tobacco, an issue recently highlighted by competitor Altria

"Prenatal smoking, alcohol and caffeine exposure and offspring externalizing disorders: a systematic review and meta-analysis"

While cigarette smoking is a leading cause of COPD, it is not the only risk factor

Led by the Lung Health Foundation, the alliance includes several organizations: BC Lung Foundation, Alberta Lung, LungSask, Association Pulmonaire du Quebec, NB Lung, LungNSPEI, Lung Cancer Canada, Asthma Canada and COPD Canada