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The answer has to do with hormones—specifically, pheromones. “Pheromones are chemicals that animals and humans produce, which change and influence the behavior of another animal or human of the same species,” says Erica Spiegelman, wellness specialist, recovery counselor, and author of The Rewired Life.
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Learn More »Smell is a powerful sense, especially when it comes to attraction. But why do some people smell good to us, and others don’t? The answer has to do with hormones—specifically, pheromones. “Pheromones are chemicals that animals and humans produce, which change and influence the behavior of another animal or human of the same species,” says Erica Spiegelman, wellness specialist, recovery counselor, and author of The Rewired Life. “Pheromones are a hormone and—fun fact—are secreted outside the body, unlike other hormones that are secreted internally.” Studies suggest that they’re secreted by the skin, sweat glands, saliva, and urine. For the purposes of this story, we’re most interested in the role pheromones play in the way we are attracted to each other and the way we behave. “It’s all about the DNA,” Spiegelman explains. “If someone smells unattractive to you? It could mean that your DNA is similar. They have done many studies and found that T-shirts of people with different DNA than their own smell better to most people.” Basically, our bodies protect us from procreating with people who have similar DNA by making them smell bad. She adds that pheromones in animals can also indicate when a female is fertile. So what’s the deal if someone smells amazing to us initially but then smells terrible down the line? As we age, our pheromones actually change. “Look at how a newborn smells: sweet and powdery. That changes as we become teens, too—different hormones are released internally and smelled externally,” Spiegelman says. “Studies have shown that younger people don’t find older people’s smells attractive.” So, in the instance above, she says that if you both are around the same age and you age together, you’ll probably remain attracted to their smell. “Pheromones can trigger many behaviors in animals and humans,” Spiegelman adds. “Some of that includes the bond between a mother and child, warning other animals to back off, danger, sexual arousal, and if there is food around.”
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Learn More »Antihistamines can treat an allergy-induced runny nose, reducing the allergic response and drying up mucus. Decongestants can ease the symptoms of a respiratory infection by restricting blood vessels and reducing the amount of mucus released.
Self recently interviewed Cedars-Sinai hospitalist Nicole J. Van Groningen, MD, about what causes a runny nose and how to treat the underlying illness or condition. A runny nose can be triggered by an irritant, such as an allergen or a virus. An irritated nose will become inflamed and release extra mucus to help flush out a virus that the body is fighting or a substance causing an allergic reaction. Individuals with a runny nose caused by allergies might also experience sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, or a scratchy throat. These symptoms can be triggered by outdoor allergens (ragweed) or indoor allergens (fragrances), Van Groningen told Self. Fortunately, drug stores sell a variety of over-the-counter medications that can stop the sniffles. Antihistamines can treat an allergy-induced runny nose, reducing the allergic response and drying up mucus. Decongestants can ease the symptoms of a respiratory infection by restricting blood vessels and reducing the amount of mucus released. These medications should be taken as directed and well before bedtime, as decongestants can interfere with sleep. "Nasal decongestants can actually kind of hype you up like caffeine because they promote the sympathetic nervous system, potentially causing insomnia and agitation," Van Groningen told Self. A low-risk alternative like saline treatments or flushing the sinuses might be helpful but won’t completely stop a runny nose, Van Groningen told Self. Consult a doctor if nasal symptoms last longer than 10 days and over-the-counter medications don’t provide relief. "If you use decongestants longer than three to five days or more frequently than recommended, you can get a 'rebound' runny nose," Van Groningen told Self. "This means that your symptoms may return and even worsen once treatment stops."
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