Common Causes of Smokers cough
- Regular smoking of tobacco or exposure to smoke.
- Kapha accumulation from heavy or oily foods.
- Weak lung strength and depleted ojas.
- Chronic respiratory infections aggravated by smoking.
- Suppressed agni leading to toxin buildup.
Symptoms of Smokers cough
- Persistent morning cough with phlegm.
- Wheezing or chest tightness.
- Shortness of breath on exertion.
- Dry throat and frequent irritation.
- Fatigue and poor stamina.
Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Smokers cough
- Herbs like tulasī, pippalī, vaśā, and guḍūcī.
- Svedana (steam therapy) to clear kapha and toxins.
- Rasāyana like aśvagandhā and haridrā for lung repair.
- Diet with warm soups, honey, and light meals.
- Smoking cessation, yoga, and prāṇāyāma for lung recovery.