Living well with ILD
Pace yourself
It's good to be active every day but you need to listen to your body to know when to slow down.
Living well with ILD
Stay active
It’s important to stay active and even exercise when you have ILD. Being active can help you manage stress, sleep better and feel better.
Living well with ILD
Eat healthy
It's important that you eat a healthy, balanced diet — including vegetables, fruits, protein and whole grains.
Living well with ILD
Manage your stress
Learning how to manage your stress can help you stay healthier — and happier.
Living well with ILD
Quit smoking
Stopping smoking can slow the progression of your ILD. Quitting smoking is difficult for most people, but there is help.
Living well with ILD
Plan for your future
Your ILD will likely get worse over time, so it is a good idea for you to plan for the future.
You may also be interested in:
- Living Well with Interstitial Lung Disease (printable fact sheet)
- Living Well with Interstitial Lung Disease (printable checklist)
- Interstitial Lung Disease: A Patient's Perspective (video)
- Interstitial Lung Disease: A Doctor's Perspective (video)
- Interstitial Lung Disease: A Caregiver's Perspective (video)
- Breathe BETTER, Stay STRONG Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation program
