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Is it better to spit or swallow mucus? Debunking myths for your health

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The average adult naturally swallows about a liter of mucus each day without ever realizing it, as it is a constant and normal bodily process. However, when illness increases mucus production and thickness, the question, 'is it better to spit or swallow mucus?', becomes a conscious and often uncomfortable decision.