IF YOU BLOW ON YOUR THUMB, HERE’S THE EFFECT IT WILL HAVE ON YOUR BODY.WEIRD & INTERESTING
8 WEIRD HEALTH TIPS AND TRICKS They really do work! 1. SOOTHE A SORE THROAT A sore throat commands plenty of hot tea and honey, but there are plenty of other things you can do for lasting results. For one, gargle a saline solution (half a cup of hot water with a tablespoon of sea salt) every few hours to kill harmful bacteria. 2. CALM YOUR NERVES In time of intense stress, splash ice-cold water on your face as your hold your breath. The cold will trigger the “mammalian diving reflex”, which optimizes the way your body uses oxygen, making you feel invigorated. Plus, getting a chill contracts your muscles; as they heat back up, your muscles will relax and you’ll feel instantly more calm. 3. FIGHT YOUR FEAR OF NEEDLES To make it through your next blood test, simply cough as the nurse inserts the needle. You might want to let her know that you’re going to do this beforehand, just to make sure she doesn’t miss her target! Coughing will distract you from the sensation of the needle, so you