According to traditional Chinese medicine, the nose is the orifice of the lungs, the gateway to the respiratory system, and the main pathway for evil spirits to invade the lungs. Strengthening the protection of the nose and other respiratory organs in winter not only prevents colds, but is also the key to preventing respiratory and cardiopulmonary infections.

The importance of nose breathing

When a person breathes, the nasal cavity is not only a passage for air, but also a processing factory for air due to the special structure of the nasal cavity. This processing The factory "has the function of an air conditioner" and has the functions of warming air, moistening air and cleaning air.

The nasal mucosa is very rich in blood vessels, which has the function of contraction and expansion, and can change with the internal and external environments. When the outside cold air enters the nasal cavity, the blood in the small blood vessels increases and the flow speeds up. In this way, the cold air entering the nasal cavity can be adjusted to a temperature similar to the body temperature; at the same time, the dry air can be The air becomes moist to maintain normal physiological activities of the respiratory tract.

There are many nose hairs in the nostrils. Breathing through the nose, the nose hairs can block many irritating gases in the air. If the nerve tissue in the nasal cavity is stimulated, the person will sneeze together, spraying out coarse dust and harmful gases.

The inhaled air is basically free of germs, mainly caused by the mucus glands and mucosal epithelial cilia in the nasal cavity. Function. When dust and microorganisms in the air are inhaled into the nasal cavity, they are adsorbed on the "mucus mat" and are swallowed into the stomach or spit out with the movement of cilia and swallowing movements. At the same time, the mucus secreted by the nasal cavity also contains a kind of bacterium, which can inhibit and dissolve bacteria. The respiratory function of the nasal cavity is very closely related to human health. Therefore, you must keep the nasal cavity clean at ordinary times and do not pick your nostrils casually. Once the nasal cavity is once If it is blocked and prevents normal breathing, you should ask a doctor for examination.

Developmental characteristics of children's nose

The nose is the beginning of the respiratory tract and the portal for gas to enter and exit; at the same time, it is also responsible for the sense of smell. Organs. The structure of the nose of children is different from that of adults:

(1) Due to the underdevelopment of the facial skull, the nose and nasal cavity of children are relatively short. Newborns and children in the first few months of life have almost no inferior nasal passages. . Later, with the growth of the facial skull, maxillary bones and teething, the nasal passage gradually lengthens and widens. The inferior nasal passage is not fully formed until the age of 4 years old.

(2) Infant. Young children have no nose hairs, and their nasal mucosa is weak and rich in blood vessels, so they are susceptible to infection. During infection, the congested and swollen nasal mucosa often makes the narrow nasal cavity even narrower and even blocked, causing difficulty in breathing even with a common cold. Dyspnea, milk refusal, and irritability may occur.

(3) The sinuses of infants and young children are underdeveloped. At birth, the superior frontal sinus and ethmoid sinus are formed, but they are very small. It is completely undeveloped. Later, as the age increases, the facial skull and maxilla gradually develop, and the sinuses also gradually develop. However, the development of each sinus is not completely consistent. For example, the maxillary sinus begins to increase rapidly after the age of 2. It is already wider and deeper at the age of 6 years; the development speed of the ethmoid sinus is similar to that of the maxillary sinus; the frontal sinus begins to appear in the second year of life, and is as big as a pea at the age of 6 years old, and is fully developed at the age of 12 to 13 years old; the sphenoid sinus does not develop until the age of 3 years old. It is only connected to the nasal cavity at the age of 6 years. This cavity begins to enlarge rapidly. Due to the poor development of the sinuses in young children, they are prone to respiratory infections, but rarely cause sinusitis.

(4) Nose. Tear ducts are shorter in young children, and the valves at the opening are underdeveloped and located in the inner canthus of the eye. Therefore, upper respiratory tract infections in children often invade the conjunctiva, causing symptoms such as red and swollen eyelids and excessive eye droppings.

Winter health care, the nose should also be protected

Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the nose is the orifice of the lungs, the gateway to the respiratory system, and the main pathway for evil spirits to invade the lungs. Strengthening the protection of the nose and other respiratory organs in winter not only prevents colds, but is also the key to preventing respiratory and cardiopulmonary infections. Car

The nose is close to the skull above, connected to the nasolacrimal duct and the eyes below. The nasopharynx behind the nose is connected to the throat, and is also connected to the middle ear through the Eustachian tubes on both sides. Because the nasal cavity extends in all directions, disease in the nose often affects the health of surrounding adjacent organs.

In addition, the human body relies on the nose to inhale oxygen and spit out waste gas. The nose can filter and warm the inhaled air, and is the first line of defense against the invasion of bacteria and viruses. There are many nasal hairs in the nasal cavity and they secrete nasal mucus. Therefore, the nasal cavity is a place where many bacteria, dust, pollen and other allergens gather. When the body's resistance decreases, the nasal cavity is the source of spreading and spreading bacteria and diseases. This can then induce various respiratory diseases such as headaches, blocked nose, loss of sense of smell, nosebleeds, otitis media and even brain diseases, causing serious adverse consequences.

How to protect your nose in winter?

In winter, you should insist on outdoor activities, breathe more fresh air, and wash your nose with cold water frequently to improve the blood circulation of the nasal mucosa. Proper massage of the nose every day is of great significance to enhancing the function of the nose and preventing related diseases. In winter, eat more pears, lotus roots, bananas, white fungus, radish, honey, walnuts, sesame and other medicinal foods that can nourish yin and moisturize dryness. Eat less spicy and overly strong foods to prevent damage to the nasal cavity due to internal heat. .

How to clean your baby’s nose?

Nasal congestion is common in newborns.

Many parents find that their babies' breathing sounds loudly like snoring while sleeping. This is because the baby's nose is blocked. This is not a cold, but a blockage of secretions in the nose, which makes breathing difficult and produces a sound similar to snoring. It may occur during the day and night. This condition will gradually improve after the baby is two months old!

Babies have narrow nasal cavities, immature sinuses, and extremely sensitive nasal mucosa, so they are prone to runny noses and stuffy noses after sneezing, being exposed to cold air, or crying. What's more, the baby's nasal mucosa is the same as that of adults. There will be a normal amount of secretions every day. Sometimes it will dry and harden, blocking the baby's narrow nasal cavity. With every breath, the baby's nose will have a stuffy sound. If a baby has a stuffy nose, he or she will not sleep well all night. Therefore, it is necessary to clear the baby's nose frequently so that they can breathe smoothly and stop snoring.

How to clean your baby’s nose?

1. If the obstruction or secretion in the nose can be directly seen, take a baby cotton swab and moisten it with some water or baby oil, then insert it into the nostril (not more than 2 cm) and remove it. Remove this secretion. Be careful not to go too deep into the nasal cavity to avoid damage.

2. Use a wet and warm towel to apply hot compress on the nose. After the nasal mucosa shrinks when exposed to heat, the nasal cavity will be more open, and the thick nasal mucus will easily hydrate and flow out.

Precautions

1. When using cotton swabs, be careful not to damage the nasal mucosa with cotton swabs because babies will move around.

2. Babies will use sneezing to remove foreign matter from their nostrils. When they are suddenly exposed to cold air, they will also sneeze. This is a normal phenomenon. There is no need to worry unless your nose is runny.

3. Sometimes the doctor will recommend that the baby inhales a little moist steam. You can use the bathroom to put the steam filled with hot water, inhale for three to five minutes, and then clear the nasal mucus.

4. When using heaters or electric heaters for heating in winter, pay attention to the problem that the air is too dry. The baby's nose will be uncomfortable, and the room needs to be humidified.

5. If the obstruction is too serious, you can ask a doctor to use special small instruments to help deal with it.

5 major skin care details to make your nose more beautiful

1. Blackheads

Blackheads are the natural enemy of fair skin. They often appear on the tip of the nose and its surrounding parts. Oil secretion, these oils will eventually harden and become blackheads after oxidation. The effect of nose strips is not complete, and frequent visits to beauty salons will cause considerable damage to the skin and pores of the nose, so daily care is the most important in removing blackheads.

You can exfoliate your skin regularly with deep exfoliating cream; buy plant-based blackhead softening lotion, apply it on the blackheads, and wash it off after 10-15 minutes (usually 2-3 times a week, in severe cases, use it every day) ; Then use pore-shrinking conditioning water to shrink pores and reduce oil secretion.

2. Enlarged pores

The nose is a part of the face where oil secretion is strong. With age and improper use of skin care products, pores will become larger and larger, and the nose is the most important part of the face. In the most protruding parts, enlarged pores affect the appearance even more. Deep cleansing and exfoliation should be carried out regularly. Daily cleaning techniques should be done correctly to avoid the accumulation of oil and dirt in the pores. After washing your face, apply a mild shrinkage water (or toner) containing astringent ingredients, and gently apply Pat it from bottom to top. After a period of time, the pores will look much finer. It also has the effect of inhibiting sebum secretion.

3. Shine

You don’t want your nose to light up like a light bulb when the other person stares at you! Adequate sleep, normal work and rest, avoiding staying up late, drinking more water, eating more water, and frequent use of astringent water are the only ways to control oil secretion. You can also use oil-absorbing paper, but not too often, just twice a day.

4. Pigmented spots

The appearance of pigmented spots always leaves a trace of regret on the skin that cannot be erased. A few spots on the top of the nose were considered cute in childhood; But as an adult, it can be considered an eyesore. Use qualified whitening and freckle removal products to lighten spots. It should be noted that it is said that lemon juice can whiten skin. Lemon contains vitamin C, which can whiten skin. However, the vitamin C in unrefined natural lemons not only cannot be directly absorbed by the skin, but also contains an ingredient called solanine. , prone to stains. If you apply lemon peel or juice on your face and then expose it to the sun, the chance of developing spots will be greatly increased.

5. Redness

Eating too much sweets such as chocolate may cause the capillaries on the tip of the nose to dilate, causing the tip of the nose to become red; women who have the habit of eating snacks can use nuts , fruit or yogurt instead. If the entire nose is red, in addition to cold weather and other reasons, you should consider whether the heart is overloaded or whether you have rosacea, and go to the hospital for treatment in time.