Anyone who’s participated in an endurance event knows that when things get sweaty, spit flies—clearing the saliva that builds up during a run is very common. So common that you probably never gave a ...

Being sick with a cold or other congestion-causing illness comes with a variety of symptoms, but a particularly annoying one is the buildup of mucus in your nasal passages and throat. In addition to ...

Curious about your snot? Plenty of people take a peek at what winds up in their tissue after a good nose blow, but doctors say this curiosity can actually give you clues about your health. "Increased ...

Mucus isn't exactly something people give much thought to — until they're sick and dealing with a constantly runny nose. But mucus is actually an important part of a healthy immune system, according ...

Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is the sticky sensation you may feel when you don’t have enough saliva or spit in your mouth. Waking up with a dry mouth can be uncomfortable and may make it hard to swallow.

Snot is produced by glands in your nose and throat. It helps to hydrate your sinuses and trap dust and pathogens, preventing them from entering your body. Snot, or nasal mucus, is a helpful bodily ...