Turmeric or its active component, curcumin, is also on Edwards’ list of vitamins and supplements for COPD because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric, a mainstay of Indian cuisine, is believed to block the production of nuclear-factor kappa B, (NFkB), which controls the production of inflammatory proteins.any people with COPD are deficient in vitamin D, which can increase your chances of experiencing COPD exacerbations. Another reason to make sure you’re getting enough vitamin D is that COPD can increase your risk for developing osteoporosis, which leaves bones brittle and prone to fracture.