It is our body’s method of expelling harmful particles and microorganisms through the nose. to sneezecomes from the same reflex as our leg jumping when our knee is hit.

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Sneezing is caused by signals sent to the brain when there is irritation in the nasal mucosa.

The brain processes signals sneezing reflex is starting. This reflex; It allows us to breathe quickly and powerfully by coordinating the respiratory muscles, diaphragm and nasal muscles. Interestingly, our reflex to close our eyes is also activated as part of this process.

Uncontrolled body reaction If we think about it, we may even think that we should even use our fingers to sneeze with our eyes open.

There are several reasons why the eyes close while sneezing.

First, this reflex is an evolutionary safety mechanism. Particles that come out of the nose during sneezing are expelled very quickly and powerfully. With our eyes closed, these particles damage our eyes to block. In other words, our eyelids act as a shield.

Another reason is that the sneeze reflex and the eye closing reflex are neurally connected. Therefore, when the sneeze reflex is activated involuntary Also close the eyelids.

However, none of these reasons serve much of a purpose. Scientists know exactly how to close their eyes can’t explain it.

Can’t we sneeze with our eyes open?

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The popping of your eyes is completed urban legend. Although there are some cases, the condition is caused by problems in the eye muscles. But next time you can try sneezing with your eyes open. Of course, if you can.

If you want to do this constantly train your body It is needed. Because the given reflex is quite strong and the body makes a lot of effort to clear the airways. If you try a lot, why not?

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