The sticky, slimy goo plays an essential role in fighting off infections, shaping the gut microbiome and more.

Jassey, DOCoughing up thick, green mucus may mean a bacterial or, less often, viral infection, but that's not always true.

A higher-than-normal amount of phlegm can build up in your nose, throat, and lungs when you are sick. This build-up may cause coughing and discomfort. Bloody, brown, white, yellow, or green phlegm ...

Then, gargle the salt water. "This exposes the mouth and throat to salt, which helps to get rid of mucus, improves immunity, and strengthens the autonomic nervous system," he added. He also ...

Dr Munisamy said if your cough is caused by a cold or flu it could be accompanied by yellow phlegm, as well as ... Shortness of breath and/or a sore throat Tiredness, runny nose, diarrhoea.

If you’re also dealing with excess mucous or post-nasal drip ... Honey is a tried-and-true home remedy for both a sore throat and cough. And because these are both often signs of illness ...

Dr Munisamy said if your cough is caused by a cold or flu it could be accompanied by yellow phlegm, as well as ... Shortness of breath and/or a sore throat Tiredness, runny nose, diarrhoea.

It can also lead to cells in these airways producing more mucus, the sticky, slimy stuff that lines your lungs, throat ... wheezing, and coughing. The discomfort caused by these symptoms can ...

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