Medically reviewed by Susan Russell, MD Key Takeaways Drinking warm fluids like tea can help loosen thickened mucus in the lungs.Inhaling moist air using a humidifier or steam can make it easier to ...

Land snails and their mucus were used in ancient times by Hippocrates and Pliny to treat pain associated with burns, abscesses and other wounds. Inspired by this ancient therapy, Prof. Wu Mingyi and ...

The human body produces about a gallon of mucus per day. By studying and replicating mucus’ natural ability to control pathogenic bacteria, scientists hope to find new methods for combatting ...

If you’re experiencing excessive mucus in the lungs, there are natural remedies that can help thin and clear the mucus, allowing you to breathe more easily. Here are some effective natural methods: ...

Make your own slime and learn more about the many kinds of mucus in a hands-on SciFri education activity! Without mucus, you couldn’t blink, swallow, smell, or taste. You couldn’t digest your food, ...

Researchers are pursuing an innovative and unexpected new avenue in the quest to fight antibiotic resistance: synthetic mucus. By studying and replicating mucus' natural ability to control pathogenic ...

Researchers are pursuing an innovative and unexpected new avenue in the quest to fight antibiotic resistance: synthetic mucus. By studying and replicating mucus' natural ability to control pathogenic ...