Ancient Health Podcast Chronic Cough? Check Your Kidneys (Repost)
In this important older episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley discusses the relationship between a dry cough and kidney health. He explains how the kidneys and lungs are connected, and how chronic stress, fear and grief can impact kidney function and lead to a persistent cough. Show Notes + Links ⬇️
Takeaways:
A chronic dry cough can be an indication of kidney fatigue and imbalance.
The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone pathway and ACE enzymes play a role in regulating blood pressure and can contribute to coughing.
Chronic stress and emotions such as fear and grief can impact kidney function and lead to a persistent cough.
Herbal Links:
For Kidneys
Vital Guard: https://tinyurl.com/4wkxrjd3
Reishi: https://tinyurl.com/3hffjn2p
Hawthorn: https://tinyurl.com/89yt5ds8
For Supporting a Virus
Woad: https://shorturl.at/3FztV
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: The Aggravating Dry Cough
01:24 The Relationship Between Cough and Kidneys
03:00 The Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone Pathway
04:11 The Role of ACE Enzymes
05:18 Balancing Sodium and Potassium Levels
06:23 The Effects of Chronic Stress on Blood Pressure
09:20 Emotions and Kidney Function
10:47 The Cascade of Kidney and Lung Function
13:23 Kidney Imbalance and Feeling Stuck
15:17 The Connection Between Kidneys and Lungs
16:45 Coughing to Increase Oxygen Intake
18:11 The Impact of Kidney Health on the Heart
19:28 The Implications of a Chronic Dry Cough
20:08 Remedies for Kidney Health and Cough Relief
22:48 The Importance of Kidney Health
25:00 Improving Vascular Health and Oxygen Retention
26:27 Conclusion: Healing the Kidneys to Eliminate the Cough
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