The bigger your nose, the less susceptible you are to bugs and germs because it provides a more effective natural barrier to airborne bacteria.
Scientists in the US created two artificial noses, one of them 2.3 times larger than the other, and placed them on artificial heads that drew in air.
The larger one inhaled seven percent fewer pollutants. This may be because germs find it tougher to make their way down longer nasal cavities. Also, as a large nose sticks out further, it gives better protection to the mouth, where most bacteria are inhaled.
But whatever the size of your hooter, keep it warm in cold weather. “Chilling the nose slows down the action of the hairs in the nostrils that brush away bacteria, giving them more chance to invade the body,” says Professor Ron Eccles, from Cardiff University.
TINY TWEAKS
Try it:
Q: Sparkling or soda water?
A: Sparkling. Drinks companies use the compound sodium bicarbonate to make the soda fizzy, and, as the name suggests, this boosts the drink’s sodium or salt content.
While the amount varies, bottled natural sparkling waters typically contain 3mg of salt per litre, compared with soda water, which can contain as much as 75mg per litre. In order to reduce the risk of elevated blood pressure and heart disease, your daily recommended salt limit is 6g.
Box press-up tips:
Box press-ups help to tone the chest muscles and upper body.
- Kneel on all fours with knees hip-width apart and your arms beneath your shoulders. Make sure your back is flat.
- Bend your elbows to lower your body. Try to touch the floor with your nose.
- Hold briefly before pressing back to the start position. Keep the movement fluid. Repeat 12 to 16 times.
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