Cough at Night

A cough at night is a sign of congestive heart failure. Backpressure on the aorta will increase the pressures on the pulmonary arteries and veins leading from the heart to the lungs. This is especially true when the person is lining down at night.  The lungs are in danger of filling with fluid, which causes the person to cough. Obviously a person should also be assesses for other conditions more closely associated with the lungs.


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

Blush or Face Turns Red for No Reason

This is a sign of cardiovascular dysfunction and / or blood pressure issues. Some of the underlying causes of high blood pressure are kidney dysfunction, liver and gallbladder stasis, adrenal dysfunction, circulatory stress, mineral imbalances, sugar handling problems, and thyroid dysfunction. Obviously the cardiovascular system needs to be assessed and any pathology ruled out. Nutrition is an essential part of treating the cardiovascular system. It is important to remember that the health of the heart reflects the health of the body. One of the main causes of cardiovascular stress is the over consumption of processed foods. Working with the diet is important. 

Other Indications
1. Liver biliary stasis
2. Mineral imbalances
3. Sugar handling problems
4. Adrenal or thyroid dysfunction


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing