Five Fascinating Booger Facts

Ever wonder about the wonder of boogers?

Why are some boogers sticky while others are slimy?

How and why do boogers form in your nose in the first place?

For anyone who’s ever been fascinated by those little (or big), spring-filled, roly-poly wonders of your nasal cavity, or the part of the body they call home, the following facts are for you!

Five Fascinating Booger Facts

Fun Fact #1
Your sinuses can make 2 liters of mucus every day. That’s almost 8.5 cups or the equivalent of how much water you should be drinking each day!

Fun Fact #2
The speed of a sneeze is approximately 100 mph. That’s faster than a cheetah can run!

Fun Fact #3
Iguanas are the sneeziest animal on the planet – and sneeze more often and more productively than any other animal.

Fun Fact #4
1 out of every 5 people pick their nose at least 5 times a day.

Fun Fact #5
If your boogers are white, you’re drinking too much milk.

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