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Everybody sneezes, but some people sneeze daily while other folks just don't. The sneeze is your body's way of expelling foreign element from your nose from irritants like dust and pollen, to bacteria and viruses. This blustery act is more complicated than all that. Check out these five surprising facts about this ordinary phenomenon. Exercise makes people sneeze. When working hard and breathing Read more
Runny noses abound these days, and sneezes often accompany these dripping sniffers. Here are five things I felt compelled to share with you about the simple act of the sneeze. A sneeze is your body forcefully expelling irritants and bacteria. Don't suppress your sneezes; let your body do its thing. Sneeze into the crook of your elbow if you find yourself without a tissue. Remember this catchy Read more
Mixed signals are often the fodder for romantic comedies, but could sneezing be a mixed signal in itself? According to a rare but documented phenomenon, sneezing fits can overlap with sexual arousal. According to the BBC, a couple of doctors in the UK were inspired to research this issue after reading about a middle aged man who experienced uncontrollable bouts of sneezing fits when he thought Read more
There are many runny noses in my house these days. I can't count the number of times I tell my girls to cough into their elbows over the course of one day. It is important to contain those germs and here's why: The water droplets from a cough or sneeze can travel up to three feet. Sitting across the table from a coughing preschooler can be dangerous. Another cold fact to remember in these early Read more
One sneezing panda took the Internet by storm and became an overnight viral video star not too long ago. If his single sneeze resulted in 15 minutes of fame, then imagine what a record-breaking 14 sneezes (in one sitting!) will do for our panda friend below. Who said bad allergies were a curse? They just might be this guy's claim to fame . . . Read more
Unfortunately with the green trees and pretty flowers, allergy season also brings sneezes. Lots and lots of sneezes. This morning I fell prey to a sneezing fit, so I decided to do a little research on what makes this unavoidable thing happen and why. Take this little quiz to see how much you know. Source Take the Quiz Read more
Sniffles, coughs and sneezes are becoming a part of daily life as cold and flu season approaches. Unfortunately, coughing and sneezing are both excellent ways of spreading germs and bacteria. Do you know how powerful a sneeze is? Source Take the Quiz Read more
We're in the midst of high pollen season, and here at Sugar HQ, we're trading tips on allergy relief almost as much as monthly must haves. As temperatures rise, flowers and trees aren't the only ones shedding sneeze-causing particles: your pet is busy sloughing off fur and dander which can increase the intensity of itchy eyes and runny noses. Of course, you could research the best hypoallergenic Read more
Most of us are psyched for warmer weather, but allergy sufferers are cursing runny noses, congestion, red eyes, and itchy throats. You may not realize it, but here are the everyday things that can aggravate your symptoms. Exercising outside is a no-brainer when temps start going up, but not so for those allergic to pollen. If you can't bear to skip outdoor workouts, try to exercise early in the Read more
Spring 'tis the season for allergy flare-ups for many humans, but what about pets? My pal Samson suffers from some droopy, goopy eyes and itchy, red paws that clued his owner into their dilemma. If you're not sure whether a pooch has an issue like this, check out 10 signs of skin or allergy problems: Constant paw licking Rubbing body against objects/ floor Excessive scratching or chewing Read more
