RT : reported that Pick your nose & eat it! New study shows bogies are actually good for you — RT UK

"And eating the dry remains of what you pull out is a great way of strengthening the body's immune system. While toothpaste and mouthwash kill the bacteria, bogies are effective because they are made of mucus, known as salivary mucins, which prevents bacteria from clasping onto your teeth altogether. One of Britons' self-confessed worst habits – nose-picking – may actually be good for their health, new research suggests. "The blood supply to the nose is very vigorous – there are five arteries that lead to the front of the nose (kiesselbach's plexus). Doctor Erich Voigt has previously warned picking your nose could actually be dangerous.

Why picking your nose and eating bogies is good for you and your kids

So you might be surprised to hear that one specialist actually believes nose picking can be good for children - AND he acively encourages kids to eat the bogies that they dig out! When most parents see their child's grubby digit hovering around their nostrils, the reflex action is to swat it away and remind them what a dirty habit nose picking is. His advice is to remove the stigma we all attach to picking our noses (and eating the contents) and embracing it. As Kidspot reports, snot is an amazing source of good bacteria which helps our teeth and mucus forms a helpful barrier against bad bacteria. It turns out, bogies and snot aren't simply disgusting by-products of the body.

Picking your nose and eating it is good for you, study claims

According to a study, however, we should in fact be eating our bogies and encouraging our kids to do the same. This is despite previous reports and advice from doctors claiming picking your nose can result in bleeding and actually encourage germs. DW Fitness"And eating the dry remains of what you pull out is a great way of strengthening the body's immune system. addthese to your egg mixture. 2) Meanwhile, mix your eggs and egg whites in a jug, and add a splash of skimmed milk.


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