The BE CLEAR Method to Living with Bronchiectasis
The BE CLEAR Method to Living with Bronchiectasis by Linda Cooper Esposito, MPH, is a self-care guidebook designed to help individuals manage bronchiectasis, a chronic lung condition. The book introduces the BE CLEAR Method®, a seven-step framework that emphasizes practical self-care practices to complement medical treatment.
The acronym stands for:
• Breathing exercises
• Exercise
• Clearance of airways
• Laughter for emotional well-being
• Eating and drinking healthily
• Alternative therapies
• Relaxation, rest, and sleep
The book provides actionable steps to improve lung health, reduce infections and enhance overall well-being. It is written in an accessible style, making it easy to follow for those living with bronchiectasis or related conditions like COPD.
Linda Cooper Esposito, MPH, is an author, health educator, advocate and wellness coach specializing in bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung diseases. Diagnosed with bronchiectasis in 2017, she founded BE CLEAR with Bronchiectasis, LLC, to empower people through education, advocacy and personalized coaching.
Esposito holds a Master of Public Health from Yale University and has extensive experience in healthcare administration and fitness coaching. She collaborates with pharmaceutical companies, medical institutions and industry to advance research and treatment options while recruiting participants for clinical trials and studies.
Linda Esposito is a bronchiectasis advocate extraordinaire and her BE CLEAR program is a game changer! - Terry S. (Retired R.N.)
The BE CLEAR Method is straightforward and relatable, with proactive options to improve your health. - Marcia M.
Linda has written a positive, well-researched book with a dash of her uplifting sense of humor. - Dr. Pooja Ravindra
After reading BE CLEAR, I am not exaggerating to say I found peace, acceptance and a better understanding of my struggle with bronchiectasis. Thank you, Soul Sister, for your dedication. - Maria B.G.
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