The pillow you use every day to touch your face may be a breeding ground for disease.
Dr. Berg points out that the root cause of many nasal congestion, rhinitis, snoring, and difficulty breathing is not in the nasal cavity itself, but rather — your pillow is full of microorganisms and fungal spores .
A study of randomly selected household pillows found that each gram of pillow filling contained an average of 4 to 16 strains of fungi, with thousands of spores . These tiny organisms feed on shed skin flakes, sweat, and saliva, and multiply rapidly in warm, moist environments.
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From nasal congestion to chronic rhinitis: The "latent attack" of fungal spores
When a pillow is damp and uncleaned for a long time, spores can be activated. When you inhale these particles while sleeping, they can irritate mucous membranes, trigger allergic reactions, and cause:
- Nasal congestion, snoring, airway constriction;
- Recurrent sinusitis;
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Nighttime breathing difficulties and decreased sleep quality.
Dr. Berger emphasizes that this is not simply a dust problem, but rather chronic fungal exposure . Moisture, sweat, and residual wet hair can all turn a pillow into a "fungus petri dish."
Four warning signs: Is it time to change your pillow?
- Yellow, green, purple, or brown spots on your pillow are signs of fungal pigment deposition.
- The pillow feels damp or doesn't dry easily .
- It has a musty or sour smell .
- I wake up every night with a stuffy nose, dry throat, or difficulty breathing .
If any of the above situations occur, it means your pillow has become a health hazard and should be cleaned or replaced immediately.
Simple protection: Let your breath be clean again
Dr. Berger suggests:
- Wash pillowcases and pillows monthly ; machine wash if the label allows.
- Dry thoroughly until 100% dry to prevent residual moisture from causing mold growth;
- Change your pillowcase weekly and replace your pillow once a year.
- Avoid sleeping with wet hair and a damp face to reduce pillow moisture.
These simple actions can effectively reduce rhinitis and snoring problems and improve sleep quality.
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Cleaning your pillow is like cleaning your respiratory system.
Dr. Berg reminds us that high-quality sleep depends not only on a quiet environment, but also on "clean breathing" .
Neglecting pillow hygiene and inhaling fungal spores over a long period can cause inflammation of the nasal cavity and throat, leading to nasal congestion and restless sleep every night.
When breathing is smooth and sleep is deep, immunity, concentration, and mood will all be significantly improved.
"Your pillow is more than just a sleep aid; it's a health indicator." Keeping it clean is the key to a truly good night's sleep.
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2LISFIn1ok&list=PLlWQQPXW0GbzIXpSEiG6EUMK0r-iyAYJ8&index=18
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger's Chinese Health Knowledge
