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What Are Boogers? And Why Do We Have Them?

October 17, 2015

Your body makes mucus all the time, and you need it. Boogers provide a protective layer in your nose. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Ear Nose and Throat
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
Tagged with: allergies, antibodies, boogers, flu, mucus, neti pot, sinus, sinus infection, snot
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