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What Different Types of Coughs Say About Your Health

What Different Types of Coughs Say About Your Health

Update: 2025-11-21
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  • A cough isn't just a symptom — it's your body's built-in alarm system, warning you about irritation, infection, or hidden lung problems that need attention
  • Different types of coughs — dry, wet, tickly, or chronic — reveal unique clues about your health, helping you identify whether you're dealing with allergies, pollution, or something more serious
  • Air pollution, smoke, and chemical exposure age your lungs faster, reduce breathing capacity, and trigger chronic coughs even in nonsmokers, but removing these irritants allows your lungs to heal
  • Nebulized hydrogen peroxide offers a powerful, research-backed way to stop viral respiratory infections at the source, often improving symptoms within hours when used early and correctly
  • Natural remedies such as raw honey, steam inhalation, and hydration support your body's healing process better than cough syrups, which suppress the reflex your lungs need to clear infection
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What Different Types of Coughs Say About Your Health

What Different Types of Coughs Say About Your Health

Dr. Joseph Mercola