Many people are often guilty of picking their nose, otherwise known as digging for gold. According to health stats, one in six people have a habit of doing this. It then leads to taking out snot, which many of us would eat when we were younger.
While many may find this disgusting, a recent study has revealed that there are some health benefits to eating your snot, aka boogers.
According to Men’s Health magazine, researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology said people should be eating their boogers and encouraging their kids to follow suit. The study found that boogers contain salivary mucins, that forms a barrier on your teeth from bacteria that can cause cavities. These salivary mucins are so effective that researchers are looking into synthetic mucus that can be put into chewing gum or toothpaste.
Biological engineering professor Katharina Ribbeck, who co-authored the study, shares that such a synthetic could be a better alternative to antibiotics.
There’s even evidence that the mucus could help prevent respiratory infection, stomach ulcers, and HIV.
This is further backed up by Friedrich Bischinger, an Austrian lung specialist, who says: “In terms of the immune system, the nose is a filter in which a great deal of bacteria is collected, and when this mixture arrives in the intestines, it works just like a medicine.”
Bischinger even says those who consume snot are healthier, happier, and probably better in tune with their bodies. So, digging for gold can be rewarding after all.
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In other news – Photos: Mafikizolo’s Theo and wife Vourne get married for second time in a beautiful wedding
Mafikizolo member Theo Kgosinkwe and his wife Vourne tied the knot for the second time this weekend. The couple already got married in 2020 but only invited immediate family due to Covid-19 restrictions.
They finally got their big wedding on Saturday, 29 January and it was attended by people such as fellow Mafikizolo singer Nhlanhla Mafu, Brinnette Seopela, Simphiwe Majola, and Sibulele Sibaca. The guests took to social media to share pictures of themselves at the wedding. Learn More
