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Why Nasal Irrigation May Help With a COVID Infection
In a recent study, twice daily nasal irrigation was found to reduce the severity of COVID-19 symptoms. Although the study in question had some pretty major flaws — including a small sample size and the lack of a proper control group — the researchers “are probably on the right track,” said Mas Takashima, an ENT…
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Why Our Noses Produce Boogers
Boogers, snot, bogeys and boogies are the common names for dried nasal mucus. Our nasal mucus is normally a clear, runny substance. However, as it moves closer to the surface of our nose it loses moisture to the air, dries out, and starts to harden.
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Why You Probably Shouldn’t Pick Your Nose
Picking your nose probably won’t kill you, but it’s not exactly a healthy habit either. Not only does picking your nose look gross, it could be leaving the door open for dangerous bacteria that want to call your nose home.