Breathing through one nostril reminds me of having a cold. I also don’t like touching my face. That’s how we spread cold and flu viruses.

Ahh. Your nose. It allows you to experience all kinds of wonderful smells and it's literally right in front of your face . But we know so little about it. Well, you know so little about it. I know ...

Alternate-nostril breathing can make your lung muscles stronger. Deep breathing also seems to clear secretions like mucus out of your lungs, which might make room for more air deep in your lungs.

Use a saline nasal spray or rinse to help loosen mucus and clear out your sinuses. The steam from a hot shower, bath or steam machine can help to loosen phlegm and open airways. Invest in a ...

This is an Inside Science story. Your nose is a vital piece of your anatomy, yet most of us ignore it until we get hit with a cold, and then it’s our own worst enemy -- putting us at war with ...

“Adding moisture to the air keeps nasal passages from drying out, which can reduce congestion,” says Dr. Youssouf. Aim for a humidity level of around 40 to 50 percent for optimal comfort.