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From:  John Link <johnlink@c...>
John Link <johnlink@c...>
Date:  Thu Apr 12, 2001  4:51 pm
Subject:  Re: [vocalist] Chronic Coughing


Mike wrote:

> a doctor named batmanghelidj has written a book called 'your body's many
>cries for water'. in it, he attributes many ailments to chronic
>dehydration. while some of his claims are outrageous ( his chapter on AIDS
>is totally obnoxious ),

For a different viewpoint on AIDS and HIV, see http://www.duseberg.com.

>there is a certain amount of truth in what he says.
>the two most reasonable claims are the beneficial effects being well hydrated
>have on asthma and allergies as well as the effects on constipation ( i'm
>sure you're all relieved to know that ).
>
> while being well hydrated may not be the cure you're looking for, it
>certainly pays to give yourself a better chance by not making matters worse.
>by taking care of your bodies second most important need, you're sure to
>improve your chances for fighting whatever ails you. being well hydrated
>thins mucous and that may help make your coughing less severe.

I find that I feel best when I drink loads of water. I think that
Batmanghelidj is right when he says that we don't recognize the signs
of thirst (or dehydration!) very well.

Drink up!
John Link

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